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Genetics Courses

Genetics courses can help you learn DNA structure, gene expression, genetic variation, and inheritance patterns. You can build skills in data analysis, laboratory techniques, and interpreting genetic information for research or clinical applications. Many courses introduce tools like CRISPR for gene editing, bioinformatics software for analyzing genetic data, and sequencing technologies that are essential for understanding genetic sequences and their implications in health and disease.

Popular Genetics Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Network Analysis, Analysis, Biology, Biotechnology, Data Integration, Laboratory Testing, Bioinformatics, Network Model, Systems Integration, Research, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • H

    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Sex from Molecules to Elephants

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Environment, Social Sciences, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Taxonomy, Microbiology, Human Development, Physiology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Bioinformatics Capstone: Big Data in Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Precision Medicine, Structural Analysis

    ★ 3.7 (29) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Collection, Data Processing, Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis, Research Methodologies, Research Design

    ★ 3.3 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Environment, Environmental Science, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Taxonomy

    ★ 4.8 (77) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Child Health, Maternal Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Urinalysis, Anatomy, Nephrology, Gynecology, Capillary, Physiology, Pathology, Endocrinology, Biology

    ★ 4.9 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Laboratory Research, Scientific Methods, Research

    ★ 4.1 (646) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's guide to RNA sequencing data

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Data Literacy, Science and Research, Data Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Scientific Methods, Data Processing, Cell Biology, Informatics, Biology, Data Collection

    ★ 3.5 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Discovering Dairy: What's in Your Milk?

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Immunology, Infant Care, Preventative Care, Cell Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Biochemistry, Production Process, Biology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infection Control

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Diabetes - a Global Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Endocrinology, Physiology, Preventative Care, Drug Development, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Immunology, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Exercise Science, Precision Medicine, Pre-Clinical Development, Public Health, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Biochemistry, Nutrition and Diet, Molecular Biology

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

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Immunology: Autoimmunity, Allergy, and Transplants

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Hematology, Chronic Diseases, Respiration, Pulmonology, Physiology, General Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Patient Treatment, Pathology

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

  • N

    Nanjing University

    结构生物化学(Structural Biochemistry)

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Molecular Biology, Endocrinology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, Structural Analysis, Life Sciences, Dialysis, Experimentation

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

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

  • Systems Biology and Biotechnology Capstone: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Sex from Molecules to Elephants: Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Bioinformatics Capstone: Big Data in Biology: University of California San Diego
  • Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity: Rice University
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction: Rice University
  • Advanced Neurobiology I: Peking University
  • Researcher's guide to RNA sequencing data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Discovering Dairy: What's in Your Milk?: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Diabetes - a Global Challenge: University of Copenhagen

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