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Biology Courses

Biology courses can help you learn cellular processes, genetics, ecology, and evolutionary theory. You can build skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and critical thinking through hands-on experiments and field studies. Many courses introduce tools like microscopes, DNA sequencers, and statistical software, that support conducting research and analyzing biological data.


Popular Biology Courses and Certifications


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    New York University

    Engineering Health: Introduction to Yoga and Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Respiration, Physiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Stress Management, Pulmonology, Research, Science and Research, Cardiology, Exercise Therapy, General Science and Research, Blood Pressure, Immunology, Meditation & Breathwork, Cell Biology, Nephrology, Anatomy, Chronic Diseases, Neurology, Endocrinology

    ★ 4.8 (540) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Health Care, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Environment, Pathology

    ★ 4.8 (233) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nanjing University

    结构生物化学(Structural Biochemistry)

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Molecular Biology, Endocrinology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, Structural Analysis, Life Sciences, Dialysis, Experimentation

    ★ 4.8 (114) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Computational Thinking, Memory Management, Graph Theory, Python Programming

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

  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Medical Terminology, Physiology

    ★ 4.9 (30) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Evolution Today

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Human Development, Environment, Culture, Molecular Biology, Natural Resource Management

    ★ 4.6 (170) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Hong Kong

    Implant Dentistry

    Skills you'll gain: Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Treatment Planning, Surgical Suturing, Oral and Dental Care, Patient Evaluation, Dental Care, Patient Treatment, Surgery, Oral Health, Medical Equipment and Technology, Biology, Radiology, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Network Analysis, Analysis, Biology, Biotechnology, Data Integration, Laboratory Testing, Bioinformatics, Network Model, Systems Integration, Research, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Integrated Analysis in Systems Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Analysis, Systems Analysis, Research Reports, Biology, Life Sciences, Research Design

    ★ 4.6 (87) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    人体生理学导论(中文版)

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Respiration, Endocrinology, Hemodynamics, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Nephrology, Cardiology, Blood Pressure, Neurology, Urology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Coordination

    ★ 4.8 (104) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Regulation, Integration, & Control

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Endocrinology, Physiology, Neurology, Clinical Practices, Medical Terminology

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

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Dynamical Modeling Methods for Systems Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Differential Equations, Simulations, Statistical Modeling, Biochemistry, Biology, Cell Biology, Electrical Systems

    ★ 4.7 (223) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Engineering Health: Introduction to Yoga and Physiology: New York University
  • Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • 结构生物化学(Structural Biochemistry): Nanjing University
  • Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III): University of California San Diego
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement: Rice University
  • Evolution Today : Universiteit Leiden
  • Implant Dentistry: The University of Hong Kong
  • Systems Biology and Biotechnology Capstone: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Integrated Analysis in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • 人体生理学导论(中文版): Duke University

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