• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Life Science

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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Stakeholder Management, Engineering Management, Technical Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Negotiation, Stakeholder Communications, Mentorship, Meeting Facilitation, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Culture Transformation, Team Management, Management Training And Development, Team Building, Collaboration, Communication

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    IoT Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network Architecture, Networking Hardware, Internet Of Things, Network Routing, Wireless Networks, Local Area Networks, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Enterprise Architecture, Network Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Ancient History, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Peer Review, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, World History, Culture, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Design of Transmission Line: Modelling and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electric Power Systems, Engineering Calculations, Electrical Power, Mathematical Software, Environmental Engineering, Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, and Mental Strength - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Adaptability, Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Self-Discipline, Non-Verbal Communication, Creativity, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting, Deductive Reasoning, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Self-Awareness, Habit Formation, Logical Reasoning, Personal Development, Positivity, Professional Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Wrangling, Python Programming, Data Transformation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción a la mecánica de suelos

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Mechanics, Hydraulics, Engineering Calculations, Materials science, Failure Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    DevOps on AWS and Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, DevOps, Software Development Methodologies, Devops Tools, Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, Project Management, Software Development, Continuous Deployment, Application Development, Application Deployment, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Agile Project Management, Waterfall Methodology, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Scrum (Software Development), Automation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    122 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Advanced Deep Learning Methods for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Network Model, Health Informatics, Laboratory Experience, Autoencoders, Predictive Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT + Excel: Master AI-driven Formulas & Visualizations

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, ChatGPT, Plot (Graphics), Spreadsheet Software, Interactive Data Visualization, AI Enablement, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, Prototyping, Verification And Validation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    75 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Aprendiendo Python con textos, números y ecuaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Python Programming, Jupyter, Interactive Design, Code Reusability, Mathematical Software, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Algebra, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cognición encarnada

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Social Sciences, Psychology, AI literacy, Human Development, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Human Factors, Science and Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    57 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

1…553554555…834

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular life science courses

  • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams: University of Colorado Boulder
  • IoT Networking: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past: Rice University
  • Design of Transmission Line: Modelling and Performance: L&T EduTech
  • Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, and Mental Strength - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3: Coursera
  • Introducción a la mecánica de suelos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • DevOps on AWS and Project Management: Amazon Web Services
  • Advanced Deep Learning Methods for Healthcare: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • ChatGPT + Excel: Master AI-driven Formulas & Visualizations: Vanderbilt University

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok