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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: Sensory Systems Analysis, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Hematology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Urology, Hemodynamics, Nephrology, Physiology, Pathology, Immunology, Cell Biology, Biology

    4.8 stars, 4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Trending right now
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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, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Communication

    4.4 stars, 290 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Free
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  • P

    Pearson

    Introduction to Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Scientific Methods, Environment, Bioinformatics, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Issue, Respiration, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Family Planning, Patient Education And Counseling

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • R

    Rice University

    Human Anatomy & Physiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Child Health, Pulmonology, Maternal Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Respiration, Respiratory Therapy, Anatomy, Urology, Cardiology, Urinalysis, Respiratory Care, Hematology, Immunology, Hemodynamics, Nephrology, Capillary, Physiology, Medical Terminology, Lifelong Learning

    4.8 stars, 42 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Software, Quantitative Research, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Simulation and Simulation Software, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Machine Learning Methods, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, R (Software), Network Analysis, Biology

    4.4 stars, 990 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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    MedCerts

    The Heart, Blood, and Lungs

    Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Medical Terminology, Cardiology, Respiratory Care, Respiration, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Hemodynamics, Medical Records, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Immunology, Pathology, Hematology, Anatomy, Diagnostic Tests, Laboratory Testing, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Physiology

    4.6 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • S

    Stanford Online

    Writing in the Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Concision, Writing and Editing, Grammar, Writing, Peer Review, Editing, Journalism, Proofreading, Journals, Science and Research, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Organizational Skills

    4.9 stars, 9.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (9.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Science of Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physiology, Nutrition and Diet, Behavioral Health, Human Musculoskeletal System, Health Assessment, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Immunology, Preventative Care, Respiration, Nutritional Assessment, Endocrinology, Chronic Diseases, Vital Signs, Biochemistry, Public Health

    4.8 stars, 4.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (4.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Marine Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Physiology, Hydrology, Environmental Issue, Anatomy, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, General Science and Research, Environment and Resource Management, Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies

    4.8 stars, 614 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (614) · 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, Environmental Science, Environment, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Climate Change Programs, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Hazard Analysis, Physics

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

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

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    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science in Real Life

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Data Presentation, Data Management, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, 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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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular life science courses

  • Anatomy: University of Michigan
  • Science Literacy: University of Alberta
  • Introduction to Biology: Pearson
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology II: Rice University
  • Systems Biology and Biotechnology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • The Heart, Blood, and Lungs: MedCerts
  • Writing in the Sciences: Stanford Online
  • Science of Exercise: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Science of Stem Cells: American Museum of Natural History
  • Marine Biology: American Museum of Natural History

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