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.
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, UI Components, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Software Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Software Engineering, Code Reusability, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Computer Programming, Program Development, Event-Driven Programming, Bioinformatics, Encryption, Javascript, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
★ 4.6 (22K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Program Development, Computational Logic, Memory Management
★ 4.5 (6.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Bioinformatics, Advanced Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Data Storage, Network Analysis, Computer Programming, Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Software Testing, C and C++, Python Programming, Java, Debugging, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript
★ 4.6 (17K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Mathematical Modeling, Infection Control, Statistical Modeling, Simulations, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, R Programming, Public Health, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, R (Software), Model Optimization, Differential Equations, Data Modeling, Immunology, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution
★ 4.8 (306) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Stanford Online
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biological Engineering, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Biology, Structural Analysis
★ 4.7 (159) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Digital pedagogy, Program Development, Technical Communication, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Education Software and Technology, Collaborative Software, Animation and Game Design, Cultural Responsiveness, Code Review, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Brainstorming
★ 4.7 (33) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Molecular Biology, Science and Research, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Correlation Analysis, Biotechnology, Statistical Analysis, Computational Thinking, Life Sciences, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Biology, Bioinformatics
★ 4.6 (4.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Lecturio
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Biology
★ 4.6 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Life Sciences, Electrophysiology, Cell Biology, Psychology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse
★ 4.9 (3.2K) · Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Simulations, Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Cloud Technologies, Engineering Design Process, Cloud Computing
★ 4.6 (396) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universidade de São Paulo
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Computer Science, Python Programming, Code Reusability
★ 4.9 (7.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months