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Molecular Biology Courses

Molecular biology courses can help you learn DNA replication, transcription, translation, and gene expression analysis. You can build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and the use of bioinformatics tools. Many courses introduce techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, and CRISPR, along with software for sequence alignment and molecular modeling, allowing you to apply your knowledge in laboratory settings and research projects.

Popular Molecular Biology Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Food and Beverage, Biotechnology, Respiration, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 127 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods I

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis

    4.7 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    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, Oncology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • M

    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis

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

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

    Category: Preview
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  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, 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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Pearson

    DNA: The Molecule of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Engineering Genetic Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Markov Model, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Simulations, Biochemistry, Failure Analysis, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Differential Equations, Cell Biology, Hazard Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Biology, Computational Logic, Technical Standard, Algorithms

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    Universitat de Barcelona

    Molecular Tumor Board 2025-2026

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Diagnostic Tests, Pathology, Treatment Planning, Pharmacotherapy

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    Lecturio

    Biochemistry: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Chemistry

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Chemical Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemical Assays, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Biology

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

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • 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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Classical papers in molecular genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Scientific Methods, Experimentation

    4.6 stars, 247 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (247) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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