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Computational Biology Courses

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.

Popular Computational Biology Courses and Certifications


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    University of Arizona

    Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

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

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    528 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Debugging, Test Planning, Functional Testing, Other Programming Languages

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    237 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Anatomy: Gastrointestinal, Reproductive and Endocrine Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Endocrinology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Physiology, Urology, Pathology, Neurology, Biology

    4.8
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    632 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, File I/O, Data Collection, Simulations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio, C (Programming Language), Analysis, C and C++, Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Automation, Program Development, Algorithms, Microsoft Development Tools, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Code Reusability

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    433 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Hardware Description Languages for FPGA Design

    Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, System Design and Implementation, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Test Case, Electronics Engineering, Verification And Validation, Electronic Hardware, Computational Logic, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Test Tools, Development Testing, Simulation and Simulation Software, Programming Principles, Simulations, Computer Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MathWorks

    Exploratory Data Analysis with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Wrangling, Matlab, Statistical Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Computational and Graphical Models in Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, R (Software), R Programming, Social Network Analysis, Statistical Methods, Simulations, Network Model, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Programming, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Single Variable Calculus

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Differential Equations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Estimation, Derivatives

    4.6
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    How Computers Work

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, General Networking, Network Security, Computer Networking, Application Security, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Cybersecurity, Problem Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Introduction to Clinical Data

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, Health Informatics, Clinical Research Ethics, Unstructured Data, Data Mining, Health Information Management, Electronic Medical Record, Data Transformation, Data Wrangling, Data Collection, Data Preprocessing, Health Disparities, Text Mining, Responsible AI, Medical Imaging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Documentation and Usability for Cancer Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Software Documentation, Usability Testing, Technical Documentation, Bioinformatics, End User Training and Support, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Product Development, Writing

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Developing Android Apps with App Inventor

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Android (Operating System), Mobile Development, Interactive Design, Application Development, Video Game Development, No-Code Development, Mobile Development Tools, Data Storage, Game Design, Program Development, Global Positioning Systems, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, File I/O, Computational Logic, Development Testing

    4.4
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Anatomy: Gastrointestinal, Reproductive and Endocrine Systems: University of Michigan
  • Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming: University of Colorado System
  • Hardware Description Languages for FPGA Design: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Exploratory Data Analysis with MATLAB: MathWorks
  • Computational and Graphical Models in Probability: Johns Hopkins University
  • Single Variable Calculus: University of Pennsylvania
  • How Computers Work: University of London
  • Introduction to Clinical Data: Stanford University

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Image Processing (10)
Linear Algebra (10)
Reinforcement Learning (10)

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