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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


  • P

    Peking University

    遗传学实验

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, General Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Biology, Science and Research, Experimentation, Biotechnology, Laboratory Techniques, Research Design, Laboratory Equipment, Cell Biology, Specimen Preparation, Life Sciences

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

  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Psychology of Popularity

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Child Development, Biology, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies

    ★ 4.7 (1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Hong Kong

    Materials in Oral Health

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Dental Radiography, Dentistry, Dental Procedures, Laboratory Testing, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Materials science, Oral and Dental Care, Biomedical Engineering, Oral Health, Analytical Testing, 3D Modeling, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry

    ★ 4.7 (527) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Timelines, Research

    ★ 4.9 (1.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Immersify

    Integrating Specialized Body Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Endocrinology, Nephrology, Urology, Gynecology, Physiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Anatomy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Immunology, Pathology, Health Assessment

    ★ 4.4 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiration, Respiratory Therapy, Anatomy, Respiratory Care, Physiology, Pathology, Swallowing Disorders

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

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Respiration, Psychiatry, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Physiology, Internal Medicine, Injury Prevention, Life Sciences, Cardiology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Accident Prevention, General Medicine, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Health, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Molecular Biology

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

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles

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

    ★ 4.9 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Anatomy: Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Urinary Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Anatomy, Hematology, Urology, Hemodynamics, Nephrology, Physiology, Immunology, Cell Biology

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Jordan University of Science and Technology

    General Histology

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Hemodynamics, Pathology, Physiology, Neurology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Capillary, Cell Biology, Endocrinology, Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Basics of Extracellular Vesicles

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Collection, Specimen Collection, Specimen Processing, Specimen Preparation, Laboratory Testing, Cell Cultures, Biochemical Assays, Cell Biology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biology

    ★ 4.7 (355) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Algorithms for DNA Sequencing

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Life Sciences, Graph Theory

    ★ 4.7 (932) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • 遗传学实验: Peking University
  • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Materials in Oral Health: The University of Hong Kong
  • Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds: University of Alberta
  • Integrating Specialized Body Functions: Immersify
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy: Rice University
  • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
  • Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles: University of Alberta
  • Anatomy: Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Urinary Systems: University of Michigan
  • General Histology: Jordan University of Science and Technology

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