Life science courses can help you learn cellular biology, genetics, microbiology, and human anatomy. You can build skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and critical thinking through experiments and research projects. Many courses introduce tools like laboratory equipment, bioinformatics software, and statistical analysis programs, that support conducting experiments and interpreting scientific data.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability, Video Game Development, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Program Development, UI Components, Computer Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Software Testing, Debugging, Test Case, Issue Tracking, Functional Testing, Unit Testing, Software Quality Assurance, System Testing, Test Tools, Acceptance Testing, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Integration Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Automation, Regression Testing, Quality Assurance, Waterfall Methodology, Agile Methodology, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Keller Williams
Skills you'll gain: Real Estate Sales, Real Estate Transactions, Lead Generation, Selling Techniques, Sales Presentation, Prospecting and Qualification, Closing (Sales), General Sales Practices, Sales Prospecting, Client Services, Advertising Sales, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Consultative Selling, Transaction Processing, Marketing, Customer Relationship Building, Contract Management, Customer Retention, Rapport Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Scientific Visualization, Technical Writing, Data Visualization Software, Technical Documentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Persuasive Communication, Data Science, Writing, Editing, Graphic and Visual Design
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Science and Research, Anthropology, Biology, World History, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Deductive Reasoning, Physics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Heriot-Watt University
Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Database Management, Database Software, Artificial Intelligence, Graph Theory, Software Engineering, Database Development, Java Programming, Requirements Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Database Architecture and Administration, Statistical Methods, NoSQL, Computational Logic, Java, Data Visualization, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Science, Software Technical Review
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Data Cleansing, Social Sciences, Data Ethics, Databases, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Social Media Analytics, Simulations, Text Mining, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Systems Thinking, Data Preprocessing, Data Science, Agentic systems
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Environmental Monitoring, Global Positioning Systems, Environmental Science, Engineering, Physics, Environment, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Climate Change Programs, Cost Reduction, Engineering Calculations, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, World History, Chemical Engineering, International Relations, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Database Design, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Model Deployment, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Human Centered Design, SQL, Machine Learning, Problem Solving, Python Programming
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Model Optimization, Data Presentation, Data Processing, Data Collection, Data Modeling, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Validation, Data Management, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Social Impact, Bayesian Statistics, Policy Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Project Planning, Project Scoping, Scope Management, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Workflow Management, Timelines, Organizational Skills, Scheduling, Organizational Structure, Resource Management, Matrix Management, Resource Allocation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks