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Life Science Courses

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.

Popular Life Science Courses and Certifications


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science in Real Life

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Data Presentation, Data Management, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistics, A/B Testing, Statistical Modeling

    4.5 stars, 2.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Introduction to Forensic Science

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Chemistry, Investigation, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Research, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Laboratory Procedures, Molecular Biology

    4.9 stars, 2.8K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (2.8K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Biotech — From Science to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Business Modeling, Commercialization, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Feasibility Studies, Business Valuation, Business Planning, Market Opportunities, Innovation

    4.7 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Microbiology for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Taxonomy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Infection Control, Medical Laboratory, Public Health, Laboratory Testing, Sterilization, Environmental Science, Laboratory Techniques, Biotechnology, Environment Health And Safety, Biology, Environment, Food and Beverage, Tax, Safety Culture, Culture

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Intellectual Property

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Pharmaceuticals, Business Strategy, Due Diligence, Legal Strategy, Legal Risk, Commercialization, Drug Development, Strategic Thinking, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Strategic Partnership, Asset Protection, Regulatory Affairs, Branding, Brand Management, Litigation Support, Risk Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • R

    Rice University

    Medical Terminology II

    Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Medical Terminology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Respiratory Care, Respiration, Hematology, Anatomy, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests

    4.9 stars, 215 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (215) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    The Science of Gastronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Sensory Systems Analysis, Biochemistry, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Thermal Management, Chemistry, Physiology, Psychology

    4.6 stars, 791 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (791) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Stanford Online

    RNA Biology with Eterna

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biological Engineering, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Biology, Structural Analysis

    4.7 stars, 159 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (159) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Cell Cultures, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biochemical Assays, Laboratory Research, Bioinformatics, Endocrinology, Molecular Biology, Biology

    4.6 stars, 90 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (90) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Chemical Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Analytical Testing, Biological Engineering, Laboratory Research, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Specimen Labeling, Drug Development

    4.6 stars, 174 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (174) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Arizona

    Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environmental Science, Physics, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Microbiology

    4.9 stars, 529 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (529) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Biology, Taxonomy, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials

    4.8 stars, 57 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Free
    Free
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular life science courses

  • Data Science in Real Life: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Forensic Science: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
  • Biotech — From Science to Business: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Microbiology for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Intellectual Property: The State University of New York
  • Medical Terminology II: Rice University
  • The Science of Gastronomy: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • RNA Biology with Eterna: Stanford Online
  • Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva

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