Biology courses can help you learn cellular processes, genetics, ecology, and evolutionary theory. You can build skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and critical thinking through hands-on experiments and field studies. Many courses introduce tools like microscopes, DNA sequencers, and statistical software, that support conducting research and analyzing biological data.

McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis
★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Scientific Methods
★ 4.6 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Physical Science, Biology, Taxonomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Science and Research, Chemistry
★ 4.2 (107) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Graph Theory, Taxonomy
★ 4.5 (79) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Biomedical Technology, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Anatomy, Virtual Reality, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Medical Terminology, Data Visualization, Medical Imaging, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Software Visualization, Disabilities, Augmented Reality, Animations, Technical Communication, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visual Design, Virtual Environment, Simulations
★ 4.6 (536) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Pain Management
★ 4.4 (161) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Learning Theory, Training Programs, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Research, Science and Research, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Scientific Methods, Non-Verbal Communication, Biology
★ 4.7 (4.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Physiology, Life Sciences, Big Data, Biostatistics, Data Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Laboratory Research, Data Collection, Taxonomy
★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal-Oriented, Goal Setting, Self-Motivation, Habit Formation, Mental Health, Human Development, Action Oriented, Case Studies, Liberal Arts, Prioritization, Biology
★ 4.8 (3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences, Healthcare Ethics, Laboratory Techniques, Biology, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Drug Development, Investigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Case Studies
★ 4.1 (82) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Health Care, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Environment, Pathology
★ 4.8 (234) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months