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Life Science Courses

Life science courses can help you learn cellular biology, genetics, microbiology, and human anatomy. You can build skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and critical thinking through experiments and research projects. Many courses introduce tools like laboratory equipment, bioinformatics software, and statistical analysis programs, that support conducting experiments and interpreting scientific data.

Popular Life Science Courses and Certifications


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    The State University of New York

    Life Sciences Venture Funding

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Equities, Entrepreneurship, Regulatory Requirements, Finance, Business Valuation, Commercialization, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Fundraising, Life Sciences

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Healthcare Ethics, Laboratory Techniques, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Drug Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Data Analysis, Immunology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.7 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Taxonomy

    4.8 stars, 84 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • R

    Rice University

    Medical Terminology I

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Urology, Anatomy, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Treatment

    4.9 stars, 808 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Peking University

    生物演化

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Life Sciences

    4.9 stars, 113 reviews, Mixed, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (113) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Food and Beverage, Biotechnology, Respiration, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 127 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Public Policies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development

    4.1 stars, 82 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of North Texas

    Contemporary Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Respiration, Environment

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

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Chemical Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemical Assays, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Biology

    4.6 stars, 174 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • T

    The State University of New York

    Intellectual Property

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Business Strategy, Due Diligence, Legal Risk, Commercialization, Asset Protection

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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    Pearson

    The Chemistry of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Biology, Chemistry

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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