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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


  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Anatomy, Research, Mechanics, Physiology, Anthropology, Biology, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Infographics, Image Analysis

    4.6 stars, 7 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Dairy Nutrition & Health: Analyzing Cow Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutritional Assessment, Health Assessment, Preventative Care, Diagnostic Tests, Physiology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Nutrition and Diet, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Biology, Systems Analysis, Molecular Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Computational Thinking, Informatics, Network Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Biochemistry, Data Mining, Scientific Visualization, Data Synthesis, Data Literacy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pharmacology, Microbiology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Synaptic Pharmacology and Function

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacotherapy, Neurology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Research, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Development Across the Lifespan

    Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Childhood Education and Development, Personal Development, Culture, Mental Health, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evolución: Síntesis extendida

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Scientific Methods

    5 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Hacking COVID-19 — Course 5: Tracing SARS-CoV-2's Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Computational Thinking, Molecular Biology, Biology, Science and Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    New Fermentation Markets and How They Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Technologies, Biological Engineering, Scalability, Sustainable Systems, Process Engineering, Product Development, Production Process, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Microbiology, Workforce Development, Capacity Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universitat de Barcelona

    Molecular Tumor Board 2020-21

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Pathology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pharmacotherapy, Treatment Planning, Immunology, Pulmonology, Pharmacology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Lightcap 1: Fundamentals of light's impact

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Neurology, Physiology, Psychology, Electrophysiology, Biology, Cell Biology, Behavioral Health, Anatomy, Research

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Stop Procrastination - Avoid Self Sabotage With Good Habits

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Habit Formation, Self-Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Discipline, Self-Awareness, Behavior Management, Biology, Mental Health

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Plant Science for Gardeners

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Plant Operations and Management, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Sustainability Standards

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular biology courses

  • Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism: Dartmouth College
  • Dairy Nutrition & Health: Analyzing Cow Wellness: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets: University of California San Diego
  • Synaptic Pharmacology and Function: University of Minnesota
  • Development Across the Lifespan: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Evolución: Síntesis extendida: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 5: Tracing SARS-CoV-2's Evolution: University of California San Diego
  • New Fermentation Markets and How They Scale: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Molecular Tumor Board 2020-21: Universitat de Barcelona
  • Lightcap 1: Fundamentals of light's impact: Eindhoven University of Technology

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