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Biology Courses

Biology courses can help you learn cellular processes, genetics, ecology, and evolutionary theory. You can build skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and critical thinking through hands-on experiments and field studies. Many courses introduce tools like microscopes, DNA sequencers, and statistical software, that support conducting research and analyzing biological data.

Popular Biology Courses and Certifications


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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Climate change education: sustainable environments

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Land Management, Sustainable Systems, Health Disparities, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Environment Health And Safety, Natural Resource Management, Biology, Mitigation, Climate Change Mitigation, Waste Minimization

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Modelo de Ecossistema com Insight Maker

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Data Sharing, Mathematical Modeling, Agentic systems, System Configuration, Systems Development, Biology, Life Sciences

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    University of Leeds

    Aeroecology: Exploring Biodiversity with Radar

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Taxonomy, Natural Resource Management, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Science, Spatial Data Analysis, electromagnetics, Estimation, Research, Scientific Visualization, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Collection, Biology, Data Visualization

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Data Collection, Biochemical Assays, Data Processing, Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis, Research Methodologies, Research Design

    3.5
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Synaptic Pharmacology and Function

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacotherapy, Neurology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Research, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Social Sciences, Environment, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology

    4.3
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Empowering Women's Wellness: Holistic Movement and Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Rehabilitation, Patient Evaluation, Physical Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Stress Management, Treatment Planning, Pain Management, Manual Therapy, Health Promotion, Occupational Health, Health Care, Occupational Therapy, Human Relations Movement, Anatomy, Emotional Intelligence, Respiratory Therapy, Group Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Biology

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Rutgers MBS: Introduction to Personal Care Science

    Skills you'll gain: Production Process, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Product Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Personal Care, Product Development, Good Manufacturing Practices, Laboratory Testing, Regulatory Requirements, Materials science, Workforce Development, New Product Development, Clinical Trials, Quality Control, Product Planning, Entrepreneurship

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Science and Research, Biology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action)

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Culture, Environment, Teaching, Creativity, Education and Training, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Human Development, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, World History, Systems Thinking, Life Sciences, Physics, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Economics, Biology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Anthropology, Biology, Anatomy, 3D Assets, Research, Mechanics, Physiology, Laboratory Research, Human Development, Exercise Science, Taxonomy, Child Development, Life Sciences, Scientific Visualization, Childbirth, Obstetrics And Gynecology

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Development Across the Lifespan

    Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Personal Development, Culture, Mental Health, Prenatal Care, Critical Thinking

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular biology courses

  • Climate change education: sustainable environments: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Modelo de Ecossistema com Insight Maker: Coursera
  • Aeroecology: Exploring Biodiversity with Radar: University of Leeds
  • Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Synaptic Pharmacology and Function: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science: Rice University
  • Empowering Women's Wellness: Holistic Movement and Mobility: Niel Asher Education
  • Rutgers MBS: Introduction to Personal Care Science: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins: University of California San Diego
  • 宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action): Yale University

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