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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Health Policy, Research, Biology, Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies

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

  • P

    Peking University

    生物演化

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Taxonomy

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

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Environment, Precision Medicine, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Physiology, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Analysis, Computational Thinking

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

  • F

    Fudan University

    抗菌药与超级细菌 --天使与魔鬼的博弈

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Microbiology, Contraindication, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Prescription, Infection Control, Patient Safety, Drug Development, Regulatory Compliance, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pediatrics, Geriatrics

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

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Bioinformatics Capstone: Big Data in Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Precision Medicine, Structural Analysis

    ★ 3.7 (29) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Rochester

    Introduction to Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Pre-Clinical Development, Laboratory Research, Informed Consent, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, General Science and Research, Community Health, Data Sharing

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

  • A

    American Council on Exercise

    Lifestyle & Wellness Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Nutrition and Diet, Stress Management, Nutrition Education, Health And Wellness Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Substance Abuse, Chronic Diseases, Meditation & Breathwork, Health Promotion, Mental Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Fluids, Transport, and Defense

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Immunology, Hematology, Hemodynamics, Capillary, Clinical Practices, Pathology, Electocardiography, Physiology, Electrophysiology

    ★ 4.8 (26) · Intermediate · 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

  • 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

  • I

    Indian Institute of Science

    Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Medical Equipment, Materials science, Health Technology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Diagnostic Tests, Molecular Biology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, AI Personalization, Electocardiography, Neurology, Electronics

    ★ 4.7 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    عكس وتكامل تسلسل الحمض النووي (DNA ، RNA) باستخدام R

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, R (Software), R Programming, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Data Manipulation, Programming Principles, File I/O, Scripting Languages, Data Processing

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans : University of Michigan
  • 生物演化: Peking University
  • Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • 抗菌药与超级细菌 --天使与魔鬼的博弈: Fudan University
  • Bioinformatics Capstone: Big Data in Biology: University of California San Diego
  • Introduction to Translational Science: University of Rochester
  • Lifestyle & Wellness Strategies: American Council on Exercise
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Fluids, Transport, and Defense: Rice University
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Regulation, Integration, & Control: Rice University
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement: Rice University

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