Computational biology courses can help you learn genetic sequencing, protein structure prediction, and biological data analysis. You can build skills in algorithm development, statistical modeling, and data visualization techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and bioinformatics software, that support analyzing complex biological datasets and simulating biological processes.
University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Plot (Graphics), Data Presentation, Event-Driven Programming, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Data Literacy, Animation and Game Design, Software Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Applied Machine Learning, Javascript, Interactive Design, Graphics Software, Software Design, Computer Graphics, Code Reusability, JavaScript Frameworks
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Trials, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Molecular Biology, Market Opportunities, Chemistry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Socioeconomics, Analysis, Political Sciences, Biology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, File I/O, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Data Persistence, Data Mapping, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Data Dictionary, Development Environment, Data Access, Computational Logic, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Computer Systems, Informatics, Data Processing, Computing Platforms, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Data Storage Technologies, Data Storage, Computer Literacy, Computer Hardware, Big Data, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Java, Java Programming, Android Development, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mobile Development, Android (Operating System), Data Access, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Mobile Development Tools, Development Environment, Code Reusability, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Logic
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Stress Management, Behavior Management, Biology, Goal Setting, Endocrinology, Mindfulness, Exercise Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matplotlib, Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Java Programming, Plot (Graphics), Eclipse (Software), Application Development, Data Visualization, Data Structures, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming, Computer Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of London
Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, General Networking, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Application Security, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming Tools, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Applied Mathematics, Computer Programming, General Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Problem Solving
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Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Biology, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Environment, Scientific Methods, Research, Timelines, Environmental Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, R (Software), Molecular Biology, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Analysis, Command-Line Interface, Data Processing, Linux Commands, Linux
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks