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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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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Cardiology, Mechanics, Pulmonology, Biology

    4.8 stars, 4.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • P

    Pearson

    Introduction to Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Scientific Methods, Environment, Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Climate Change Adaptation, Respiration, Healthcare Ethics, Laboratory Techniques, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Drug Development, Taxonomy

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Alberta

    Science Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Research Design, Peer Review, Experimentation, Media and Communications, Correlation Analysis, Journalism, Probability & Statistics, Communication

    4.4 stars, 292 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (292) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • R

    Rice University

    Human Anatomy & Physiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Respiration, Anatomy, Cardiology, Immunology, Hematology, Capillary, Pathology, Physiology, Medical Terminology, Lifelong Learning

    4.8 stars, 44 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (44) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science in Real Life

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Data Presentation, Data Management, Technical Communication, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Statistics, A/B Testing, Statistical Modeling

    4.5 stars, 2.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    Stanford Online

    Writing in the Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Writing, Concision, Grammar, Editing, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Grant Writing, Journals, Peer Review, Media and Communications

    4.9 stars, 9.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (9.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Rocket Science in Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Global Positioning Systems, Environment, Scientific Methods

    4.9 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Biotech — From Science to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Business Modeling, Commercialization, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Innovation

    4.7 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Marine Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Environmental Issue, Anatomy, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research

    4.8 stars, 616 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Bioinformatics

    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

    4 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Microbiology for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Taxonomy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medical Laboratory, Public Health, Sterilization, Food Safety and Sanitation, Environmental Science, Laboratory Techniques, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Environment Health And Safety, Biology, Environment, Food and Beverage, Tax, Safety Culture, Culture

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Stanford Online

    RNA Biology with Eterna

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biological Engineering, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biology

    4.7 stars, 159 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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Best free Life Science courses

High-quality free Life Science courses you can start today.

  1. 1
    Science Literacy
    University of AlbertaBeginner1 - 3 Months4.4(292)Free
  2. 2
    Writing in the Sciences
    Stanford OnlineBeginner1 - 3 Months4.9(9,857)Free
  3. 3
    Biotech — From Science to Business
    Technical University of Munich (TUM)Intermediate1 - 3 Months4.7(14)Free

Best Life Science courses from University of Michigan

Top-rated Life Science courses offered by University of Michigan on Coursera.

  1. 1
    Anatomy
    University of MichiganBeginner3 - 6 Months4.8(4,050)University of Michigan
  2. 2
    Rocket Science in Everyday Life
    University of MichiganBeginner1 - 4 Weeks4.9(15)University of Michigan

Best Life Science certificate programs

Earn a certificate in Life Science from top universities and companies.

  1. 1
    Introduction to Biology
    PearsonBeginner1 - 3 Months5.0(1)Specialization
  2. 2
    Human Anatomy & Physiology II
    Rice UniversityIntermediate3 - 6 Months4.8(44)Specialization

Best Life Science courses for beginners

Top-rated beginner-friendly Life Science courses with no prerequisites.

  1. 1
    Marine Biology
    American Museum of Natural HistoryBeginner1 - 3 Months4.8(616)No prerequisites
  2. 2
    Introduction to Bioinformatics
    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, PilaniBeginner1 - 3 Months4.0(11)No prerequisites
  3. 3
    RNA Biology with Eterna
    Stanford OnlineBeginner1 - 4 Weeks4.7(159)No prerequisites

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