Biotechnology Courses
Biotechnology courses cover areas such as genetic engineering, bioinformatics, fermentation technology, and biopharmaceuticals. You can learn about DNA manipulation techniques, the role of microorganisms in production processes, and how to analyze biological data using software tools. These courses often explore applications in medicine, agriculture, and environmental science.
Popular Biotechnology Courses and Certifications
University of Manchester
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing and Production, Scalability
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Science, Molecular Biology, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Biology
Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Healthcare Ethics, Laboratory Techniques, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Drug Development
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Patient Education and Support, Mammography, Radiation Therapy, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Clinical Trials, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Capillary, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Treatment Planning, Hemodynamics, Drug Development, Cell Biology, Biology
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Clinical Trials, Biotechnology
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Moderna
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Cell Biology, Drug Development, Infectious Diseases, Oncology
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Biology, Scientific Visualization, Correlation Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Dimensionality Reduction, Computational Thinking, Markov Model, Algorithms
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Molecular Biology, Clinical Trials, Cell Biology, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Preventative Care, Biology
Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Business Modeling, Commercialization, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Innovation
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Software, Data Synthesis, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Simulation and Simulation Software, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, R (Software), Data Analysis Software, Differential Equations, Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Network Analysis, Laboratory Procedures, Simulations, Biology
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Commercialization, Pre-Clinical Development, Pharmaceutical Sales, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property, Biotechnology, Business Modeling, Portfolio Management, Strategic Partnership, Regulatory Compliance, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Materials, Patient Safety
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Dimensionality Reduction, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Graph Theory, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Precision Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Data Science, Machine Learning, Biology, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming
How to choose the right Biotechnology course
Start with what you want to learn in biotechnology. If you're interested in genetic modification techniques, choose a course that covers CRISPR technology, gene editing applications, and ethical considerations. If you want to understand bioprocessing for product development, look for courses that focus on fermentation processes, scale-up techniques, and regulatory requirements.
Best free Biotechnology courses
High-quality free Biotechnology courses you can start today.
- Industrial BiotechnologyUniversity of ManchesterBeginner1 - 3 MonthsFree
- mRNAs as MedicinesModernaBeginner1 - 4 WeeksFree
- Biotech — From Science to BusinessTechnical University of Munich (TUM)Intermediate1 - 3 MonthsFree
Best Biotechnology courses from Johns Hopkins University
Top-rated Biotechnology courses offered by Johns Hopkins University on Coursera.
- Introduction to Genomic TechnologiesJohns Hopkins UniversityMixed1 - 4 WeeksJohns Hopkins University
- Cancer BiologyJohns Hopkins UniversityBeginner3 - 6 MonthsJohns Hopkins University
- Introduction to the Biology of CancerJohns Hopkins UniversityBeginner1 - 3 MonthsJohns Hopkins University
Best Biotechnology certificate programs
Earn a certificate in Biotechnology from top universities and companies.
- Systems Biology and BiotechnologyIcahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiIntermediate3 - 6 MonthsSpecialization
- Drug Development Product ManagementUniversity of California San DiegoBeginner3 - 6 MonthsSpecialization
- BioinformaticsUniversity of California San DiegoBeginner3 - 6 MonthsSpecialization
Best Biotechnology courses for beginners
Top-rated beginner-friendly Biotechnology courses with no prerequisites.
- BiotechnologyPearsonBeginner1 - 4 WeeksNo prerequisites
- Drug DiscoveryUniversity of California San DiegoBeginner1 - 3 MonthsNo prerequisites
- Introduction to BioinformaticsBirla Institute of Technology & Science, PilaniBeginner1 - 3 MonthsNo prerequisites
