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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


  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's guide to RNA sequencing data

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Data Literacy, Science and Research, Data Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Scientific Methods, Data Processing, Cell Biology, Informatics, Biology, Data Collection

    3.4 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.4 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Sensory Science: The Senses

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Anatomy, Psychology, Biology, Neurology, Experimentation, Chemistry, Research Methodologies

    4.9 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Health, Society, and Wellness in COVID-19 Times

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Mindfulness, Community Health, Social Justice, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Stress Management, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Media and Communications, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Diversity Awareness, Social Impact, Learning Strategies, Biology, Health Care

    4.4 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Child Health, Maternal Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Urinalysis, Anatomy, Nephrology, Gynecology, Capillary, Physiology, Pathology, Endocrinology, Biology

    4.9 stars, 19 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Climate change education

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Programs, Water Resources, Environment, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Water Sustainability, Land Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Health Disparities, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Environment Health And Safety, Biology, Teaching

    4.6 stars, 23 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (23) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana

    Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Mental Health, Psychiatry, Psychology, Health Education, Behavioral Health, Health Care, Pulmonology, Life Sciences, Human Development, General Medicine, Biology, Culture, Neurology, Physiology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Chronic Diseases, Patient Treatment

    5 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Bioinformatics Methods for Transcriptomics

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Indian Institute of Science

    Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Materials science, Health Technology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Diagnostic Tests, Molecular Biology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, AI Personalization, Electocardiography, Neurology, Electronics, Oncology

    4.7 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Pollution Prevention, Mitigation, Social Studies, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Biology, Social Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Environment Health And Safety, Life Sciences

    4.5 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Medicaid, Health Systems, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Diversity Awareness, Anthropology, Community Health, Social Sciences, Sociology, Medicare, Community Organizing, Biology

    4.6 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Immersify

    Digestive Dynamics: Understanding the GI System

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

    5 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Peking University

    遗传学实验

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Molecular Biology, Research Design, Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Equipment, Specimen Preparation, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Verification And Validation

    4.8 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Researcher's guide to RNA sequencing data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Sensory Science: The Senses: University of California, Davis
  • Health, Society, and Wellness in COVID-19 Times: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction: Rice University
  • Climate change education: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Bioinformatics Methods for Transcriptomics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science
  • Introduction to Environmental Science: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare: University of Michigan

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