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Natural Sciences Courses

Natural sciences courses can help you learn about biological systems, chemical reactions, physical laws, and ecological principles. You can build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and critical thinking while exploring topics like genetics, thermodynamics, and environmental science. Many courses introduce tools such as laboratory equipment, statistical software, and simulation models, that support conducting experiments and analyzing scientific data.

Popular Natural Sciences Courses and Certifications


  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Environment, Environmental Science, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Taxonomy, General Science and Research

    4.8 stars, 81 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (81) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Conceptos base para el estudio del medio ambiente

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Data Literacy, Environmental Monitoring, Environment, Data Analysis, Sustainable Development, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Statistical Analysis, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Descriptive Statistics, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.7 stars, 533 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (533) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Ciencias naturales en el nivel medio: del fenómeno a la idea

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Teaching, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Instructional Strategies, Research, Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, K-12 pedagogy, Experimentation, Discussion Facilitation, Social Impact, Graphing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Introduction to Programming with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matlab, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Program Development, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Data Import/Export, Mathematical Software, C (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, File Management, Data Structures, Data Persistence, Plot (Graphics), Problem Solving

    4.8 stars, 18K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (18K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Laboratory Research, Scientific Methods, Research

    4.1 stars, 646 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (646) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Introduction to Sensory Science

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Food and Beverage, Consumer Behaviour, Quality Assurance, Product Testing, Science and Research, Human Factors, Nutrition and Diet, Marketing Psychology, Analytical Testing, Product Development

    4.7 stars, 51 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Biology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Research, Life Sciences, Experimentation, Psychology, Molecular Biology, Environment, Physiology, Neurology, Cell Biology

    4.8 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Cell Cultures, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biochemical Assays, Laboratory Research, Bioinformatics, Endocrinology, Molecular Biology, Biology

    4.6 stars, 90 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (90) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    La química en la producción de alimentos y medicamentos

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Pharmacology, Natural Resource Management, Food and Beverage, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Drug Development, Nutrition and Diet, Analytical Chemistry, Research

    4.7 stars, 63 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (63) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Natural Gas Production and Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Energy and Utilities, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Manufacturing and Production, Safety Standards, Equipment Design, Thermal Management, Facility Repair And Maintenance

    4.6 stars, 39 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Biology, Taxonomy, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials

    4.8 stars, 57 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (57) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of North Texas

    Contemporary Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Respiration, Environment, Microbiology, Environmental Science, General Science and Research

    4.7 stars, 99 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (99) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular natural sciences courses

  • Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity: Rice University
  • Conceptos base para el estudio del medio ambiente: Universidad Austral
  • Ciencias naturales en el nivel medio: del fenómeno a la idea: Universidad Austral
  • Introduction to Programming with MATLAB: Vanderbilt University
  • Advanced Neurobiology I: Peking University
  • Introduction to Sensory Science: University of California, Davis
  • Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows: Tel Aviv University
  • Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • La química en la producción de alimentos y medicamentos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Natural Gas Production and Processing: L&T EduTech

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