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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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    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Biodiversity

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environment, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Climate Change Adaptation, Estimation, Scientific Methods, Climate Change Mitigation, Experimentation

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    University of Michigan

    Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Hematology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Nephrology, Kinesiology, Physiology, Urology, Medical Imaging, Sports Medicine, Biology, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Applied Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Diagnostic Tests, Model Evaluation, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Informatics, Network Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Computational Thinking, Biochemistry, Data Mining, Scientific Visualization, Life Sciences, Tree Maps, Microbiology, Biology, Data Analysis Software, Pharmacology, Science and Research

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Cancer Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Patient Education And Counseling, Diagnostic Radiology, Radiation Therapy, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Treatment Planning, Urology, Patient Treatment, Immunology, Epidemiology, Surgery, Cell Biology, Care Management, Biology, Pathology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Science of Movement

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Electrophysiology, Rehabilitation, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Physiology, Geriatrics, Coordination, Anatomy, Mechanics, Cell Biology, Biology

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Physiology, Biotechnology, Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Respiration, Endocrinology, Neurology, Oncology

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    American Museum of Natural History

    The Science of Stem Cells

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Biomedical Technology, Clinical Research, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Drug Development, Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology

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    MedCerts

    The Heart, Blood, and Lungs

    Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Medical Terminology, Cardiology, Respiratory Therapy, Medical Records, Immunology, Pathology, Hematology, Anatomy, Diagnostic Tests, Electocardiography, Laboratory Testing, Physiology

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    The Science of Gastronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Biochemistry, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Chemistry, Physiology, Physics, Psychology

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    Indian Institute of Science

    Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Technical Documentation, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics, Chemistry, Technical Communication, Semiconductors, ISO 13485 Standard, Materials science, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Diagnostic Tests, Electrophysiology, Biology, Chemical Engineering

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Clinical Trials, Health Policy, Health Disparities, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Equity, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pre-Clinical Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Policy Development, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Community Health, Drug Development, Research

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Biomedical Engineering, Materials science, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Life Science courses

  • Introduction to Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Biodiversity: Rice University
  • Anatomy: University of Michigan
  • Applied Bioinformatics: University of California San Diego
  • Cancer Biology: Johns Hopkins University
  • The Science of Movement: University of Colorado Boulder
  • General Biology: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • The Science of Stem Cells: American Museum of Natural History
  • The Heart, Blood, and Lungs: MedCerts
  • The Science of Gastronomy: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science

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