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Biotechnology Courses

Biotechnology courses cover areas such as genetic engineering, bioinformatics, fermentation technology, and biopharmaceuticals. You can learn about DNA manipulation techniques, the role of microorganisms in production processes, and how to analyze biological data using software tools. These courses often explore applications in medicine, agriculture, and environmental science.

Popular Biotechnology Courses and Certifications


  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Anatomy

    4.9 stars, 91 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (91) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Data Analysis Software, Database Development, Data Pipelines

    4.6 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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    The University of Melbourne

    Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Environment, Oncology, Biology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.8 stars, 850 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (850) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Microbiology for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Taxonomy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Infection Control, Medical Laboratory, Public Health, Laboratory Testing, Sterilization, Environmental Science, Laboratory Techniques, Biotechnology, Environment Health And Safety, Biology, Environment, Food and Beverage, Tax, Safety Culture, Culture

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Big Data, Genes, and Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Big Data, Analytics, Medical Science and Research, Predictive Analytics, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms

    4.2 stars, 288 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (288) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Healthcare Entrepreneurship: Taking Ideas to Market

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Presentations, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, Entrepreneurial Finance, Fundraising, Public Health

    4.7 stars, 79 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (79) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Law and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Medical Privacy, Biotechnology, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Civil Law

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    How to Start a Biotech Venture

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Team Building, Biotechnology, Financial Management, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Innovation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI for Energy and Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Medical Imaging, Artificial Intelligence, Bioinformatics, Drug Development, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Anomaly Detection

    4.6 stars, 81 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (81) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat de Barcelona

    Molecular Tumor Board 2025-2026

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Diagnostic Tests, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Treatment Planning, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Treatment

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Peking University

    Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biology, Analysis

    4.4 stars, 287 reviews, Mixed, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (287) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    New Fermentation Markets and How They Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Technologies, Scalability, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Innovation, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Workforce Planning, Microbiology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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How to choose the right Biotechnology course

Start with what you want to learn in biotechnology. If you're interested in genetic modification techniques, choose a course that covers CRISPR technology, gene editing applications, and ethical considerations. If you want to understand bioprocessing for product development, look for courses that focus on fermentation processes, scale-up techniques, and regulatory requirements.

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