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Microbiology Courses

Microbiology courses can help you learn about microbial physiology, genetics, and ecology, as well as the roles of microorganisms in health and disease. You can build skills in laboratory techniques like culturing, staining, and microscopy, along with data analysis for interpreting microbial behavior. Many courses introduce tools such as PCR machines, bioinformatics software, and various types of microscopy, that support conducting experiments and analyzing results in real-world applications.

Popular Microbiology Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    La salud vegetal. Plagas y enfermedades en plantas

    Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Infectious Diseases, Preventative Care, Immunology, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Biology, Biochemistry, Taxonomy

    ★ 4.9 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Data Visualization for Genome Biology

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

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    One Health Investigations of Outbreaks and Spillover Events

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Investigation, Environment, Environmental Monitoring, Laboratory Testing, Anthropology, Qualitative Research, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Data Collection

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

  • P

    Peking University

    生物学概念与途径

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Neurology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies

    ★ 5 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Forensic Science: DNA Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Healthcare Ethics, Specimen Collection, Scientific Methods, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biostatistics, Life Sciences, Laboratory Techniques, General Science and Research, Analytical Testing, Research, Biology

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Point of Care Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Laboratory Testing, Infection Control, Diagnostic Tests, Epidemiology, Patient Evaluation, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Microbiology, Medical Equipment and Technology, Clinical Practices, Public Health, Clinical Assessment, Specimen Collection, Medical Devices, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Preventative Care, Health Technology, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy

    ★ 4.6 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Bioinformatics Methods for Transcriptomics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, R (Software), Molecular Biology, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Mapping, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Statistical Methods, Analysis, Command-Line Interface, Data Processing, Linux Commands, Linux

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fudan University

    抗菌药与超级细菌 --天使与魔鬼的博弈

    Skills you'll gain: Contraindication, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Drug Development, Infection Control, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Epidemiology, Regulatory Compliance, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pediatrics, Geriatrics

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Immersify

    Digestive Dynamics: Understanding the GI System

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Practices, Diagnostic Tests, Anatomy, Pathology, Physiology, Oncology, Oral Health, Nutrition and Diet, Microbiology, Medical Terminology

    ★ 5 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Algal Blooms and Proliferations

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Water Quality, Hazard Analysis, Pollution Prevention, Food Safety and Sanitation, Food and Beverage, Environmental Issue, Laboratory Testing, Environmental Monitoring, Public Health, Microbiology, Analytical Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays

    ★ 4.4 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Beer Quality: Flavor

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Sensory Systems Analysis, Chemistry, Process Control, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Product Testing, Quantitative Research, Human Factors, Microbiology

    ★ 5 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Mitigation, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation, Life Sciences, Sustainable Development, Ancient History, World History, Microbiology

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

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

  • La salud vegetal. Plagas y enfermedades en plantas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Data Visualization for Genome Biology: University of Toronto
  • One Health Investigations of Outbreaks and Spillover Events: Johns Hopkins University
  • 生物学概念与途径: Peking University
  • Forensic Science: DNA Analysis: University of Cambridge
  • Point of Care Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections: Johns Hopkins University
  • Bioinformatics Methods for Transcriptomics: Johns Hopkins University
  • 抗菌药与超级细菌 --天使与魔鬼的博弈: Fudan University
  • Digestive Dynamics: Understanding the GI System : Immersify
  • Algal Blooms and Proliferations: University of California San Diego

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