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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Rutgers MBS: Introduction to Personal Care Science

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Product Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Personal Care, Product Development, Laboratory Testing, Workforce Development, Packaging and Labeling, New Product Development, Quality Control, Entrepreneurship, Consumer Behaviour, Chemistry, Business

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiration, Cardiology, Anatomy, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Biology

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      Peking University

      遗传学实验

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, General Science and Research, Experimentation, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Research Design, Bioinformatics, Biology, Biostatistics, Laboratory Equipment, Life Sciences

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Biology, General Science and Research, Biochemistry, Physics, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Human Neuroanatomy

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Biology

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Biology, Medical Terminology

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      The University of Melbourne

      How Music Can Change Your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Rehabilitation, Community Development, Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Rapport Building, Neurology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      University of Arizona

      Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Physics, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Physical Science, European History, Science and Research, World History, Scientific Methods, Biology, Mathematical Modeling

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Hebrew University of Jerusalem

      Sex from Molecules to Elephants

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Sociology, Anatomy, Anthropology, Environmental Science, Taxonomy, Microbiology, Human Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Patenting in Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Chemistry, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Keyword Research, Molecular Biology, Database Management Systems, Technical Writing, Research Reports

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Laboratory Testing, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Science and Research

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      Stanford University

      Love as a Force for Social Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Interpersonal Communications, Social Justice, Communication, Empathy, Relationship Building, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Community and Social Work, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Research, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Neurology

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular biology courses

    • Rutgers MBS: Introduction to Personal Care Science: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • 遗传学实验: Peking University
    • Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Anatomy: Human Neuroanatomy: University of Michigan
    • Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems: University of Michigan
    • How Music Can Change Your Life: The University of Melbourne
    • Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy: University of Arizona
    • Sex from Molecules to Elephants: Hebrew University of Jerusalem
    • Patenting in Biotechnology: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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