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.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Materials science, Quantum computing, Biology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Neurology, Cell Biology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Human Development, Environment, Culture, Molecular Biology, Natural Resource Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Distributed Computing, Shell Script, Computer Systems, Big Data, Linux Commands, Hardware Architecture, Operating Systems, Unix Shell, File Systems, Computing Platforms, Linux, Performance Testing, Scripting, Performance Tuning, Memory Management, Computer Architecture, Capacity Management, File Management
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidade de São Paulo
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Maternal Health, Biology, Health Education, Immunology, Child Health, Prenatal Care, Preventative Care, Mitigation, Drug Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Animations, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Game Design, Solution Design, Program Development, Coordination
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Chronic Diseases, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Sustainable Systems, Preventative Care, Health Policy, Social Impact, Environmental Issue, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Liberal Arts, European History
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Computational Logic, Code Reusability, Algorithms, Geometry
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Eindhoven University of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Research Design, Research, Quantitative Research, Research Methodologies, General Science and Research, Statistical Reporting, Data Literacy, Sample Size Determination, Simulations, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Data Ethics, Computational Thinking, Data Synthesis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Computational Logic, Computer Architecture, Hardware Design, Hardware Architecture, Memory Management, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Diagram Design, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Photography, Color Theory, Digital Signal Processing, Semiconductors
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Nanjing University
Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Molecular Biology, Endocrinology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Dialysis, Hematology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months