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Genetics Courses

Genetics courses can help you learn DNA structure, gene expression, genetic variation, and inheritance patterns. You can build skills in data analysis, laboratory techniques, and interpreting genetic information for research or clinical applications. Many courses introduce tools like CRISPR for gene editing, bioinformatics software for analyzing genetic data, and sequencing technologies that are essential for understanding genetic sequences and their implications in health and disease.


Popular Genetics Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Python for Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Jupyter, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting, Data Processing, Package and Software Management, Data Manipulation, File Management

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Engineering Genetic Circuits: Design

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Technical Design, Research Design, Biology, Laboratory Experience, Technical Standard

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Big Data, Genes, and Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Big Data, Analytics, Data Mining, Health Informatics, Biomedical Technology, Data Processing, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Feature Engineering, Network Analysis, Unsupervised Learning

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Data Management, Biostatistics, Informatics, Clinical Data Management, Precision Medicine, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Cell Biology, R Programming, Scientific Visualization, Correlation Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Dimensionality Reduction, Computational Thinking, Markov Model, Algorithms

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    University of Toronto

    Data Visualization for Genome Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Plot (Graphics), Ggplot2, R (Software), Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Network Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking, Statistical Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Genetic Epidemiology Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Quality, Statistical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Molecular Biology, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Bioinformatics Methods for Transcriptomics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Command-Line Interface, Linux

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

    Fundamental Skills in Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Bioinformatics, Unix, Scientific Visualization, R Programming, Rmarkdown, Unix Commands, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, NumPy, Data Manipulation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Putting the Personal in Personalized Nutrition

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Clinical Nutrition, Precision Medicine, Personal Care, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Public Health

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Taxonomy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Physiology, Biotechnology, Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Respiration, Endocrinology, Neurology, Oncology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Engineering Genetic Circuits: Design: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Big Data, Genes, and Medicine: The State University of New York
  • Introduction to Bioinformatics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Data Visualization for Genome Biology: University of Toronto
  • Genetic Epidemiology Foundations: University of Colorado System
  • Bioinformatics Methods for Transcriptomics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II): University of California San Diego
  • Fundamental Skills in Bioinformatics: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
  • Putting the Personal in Personalized Nutrition: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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