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Biology Courses

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.

Popular Biology Courses and Certifications


  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life

    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 stars, 234 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (234) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • P

    Pearson

    Biotechnology

    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

    Category: New
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  • P

    Pearson

    The Chemistry of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Physical Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Pearson

    DNA: The Molecule of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Clinical Research, Biology, Laboratory Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    Lecturio

    Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Arterial Blood Gas Analysis, Electrophysiology, Vital Signs, Control Systems, Nephrology, Anatomy, Thermal Management, Cell Biology, Medical Terminology, Biochemistry, Respiration, Neurology, Molecular Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Pearson

    Cellular Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Physiology, Biology, Control Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Pearson

    Evolution and Biodiversity

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Taxonomy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Environment, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Governance, Environmental Monitoring, Case Studies, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Biology

    4.8 stars, 322 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (322) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Pearson

    Patterns of Inheritance

    Skills you'll gain: Family Planning, Patient Education And Counseling, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Scientific Methods

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Biochemistry For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Physiology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biology, Bioinformatics, Endocrinology, Nutrition and Diet, Diagnostic Tests

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
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  • M

    Macmillan Learning

    Genetics Foundations and Heredity Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Probability & Statistics, Scientific Methods, Probability, Environment, Medical Terminology, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Data Visualization for Genome Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Statistical Visualization, Bioinformatics, Plot (Graphics), Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, Design Elements And Principles, R Programming, Network Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking, Statistical Analysis

    4.8 stars, 25 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular biology courses

  • Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Biotechnology: Pearson
  • The Chemistry of Life: Pearson
  • DNA: The Molecule of Life: Pearson
  • Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology: Lecturio
  • Cellular Reproduction: Pearson
  • Evolution and Biodiversity: Pearson
  • Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management: University of Cape Town
  • Patterns of Inheritance: Pearson
  • Biochemistry For Dummies: John Wiley & Sons

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