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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


  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Introducción a la mejora genética vegetal

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, New Product Development, Product Development, Life Sciences, Cell Cultures, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Process Development, Natural Resource Management, Biological Engineering, Biology, Scientific Methods

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • P

    Peking University

    遗传学实验

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Molecular Biology, Research Design, Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Equipment, Specimen Preparation, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Verification And Validation

    4.8 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    The Science of Stem Cells

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Biomedical Technology, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Biological Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research

    4.7 stars, 3.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • T

    Taipei Medical University

    Translational Medicine 3: Biobanking & Clinical Trials

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research Ethics, Precision Medicine, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Biostatistics, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Laboratory Testing, Specimen Preparation, Informed Consent, Specimen Processing, Specimen Collection, Drug Development, Research Design, Biotechnology, Health Informatics, Epidemiology, Regulatory Compliance, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • P

    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    3D Printing and Future Medical Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Biomedical Technology, Medical Devices, Biomedical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Biotechnology, Medical Equipment and Technology, Cell Cultures, Manufacturing Processes, Process Engineering, Materials science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, Chemistry

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatic Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Laboratory Reports, Molecular Biology, Research Reports, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, R (Software), Informatics, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Biotechnology, Scientific Visualization, Network Model, Data Analysis Software, Data Synthesis, Life Sciences, Data Analysis, Microbiology, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 2.2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Chemical Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Analytical Testing, Biological Engineering, Laboratory Research, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Specimen Labeling, Drug Development

    4.6 stars, 174 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Environment, Biological Engineering, Biology, Physiology, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Environmental Science, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Analysis, Research

    4.6 stars, 332 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • M

    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 1.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Taipei Medical University

    Translational Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Research Ethics, Precision Medicine, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Biostatistics, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Biomedical Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Specimen Preparation, Drug Development, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research, Bioinformatics, Laboratory Experience, Oncology, Pharmacology, Cell Biology

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Physiology, Food and Beverage, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Engineering Genetic Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Process Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Systems Design, Simulations, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Failure Analysis, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Process Modeling, Differential Equations, Design Specifications

    4.4 stars, 38 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (38) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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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.

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