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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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    University of California, Irvine

    Basics of Extracellular Vesicles

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Collection, Specimen Collection, Specimen Processing, Specimen Preparation, Laboratory Testing, Cell Cultures, Biochemical Assays, Cell Biology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biology

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

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Technology, Epidemiology, Biotechnology, Data Analysis Software, Database Development, Taxonomy, Analysis, Data Pipelines, Data Processing

    ★ 4.6 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Nursing Assistant Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Patient-centered Care, Healthcare Ethics, Conflict Management, Patient Communication, Anatomy, Pathology, Informed Consent, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Patient Assistance, Basic Patient Care, Nursing Basics, Professionalism, Direct Patient Care, Caregiving, Medical Records, Physiology, Cell Biology, Communication

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Synapses, Neurons and Brains

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, Artificial Neural Networks, Life Sciences, Neurology, Cell Biology, Physiology, Psychology, Network Model, Simulations, Anatomy, Healthcare Ethics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Biology

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Psicología

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Psychology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Creativity, Human Development, Behavior Management, Pedagogy, Neurology, Culture, Self-Awareness, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Molecular Biology, Learning Strategies, Anatomy, Child Development, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis Software, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Algorithms, Microbiology, Python Programming

    ★ 4.3 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Computational Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Network Model, Electrophysiology, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Sensory Systems Analysis, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Vision, Neurology, Mathematical Software, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Physiology, Biology, Differential Equations, Probability Distribution

    ★ 4.6 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Liberal Arts, Biology

    ★ 4.5 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Algae

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Cell Cultures, Environment, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Design, Pharmaceuticals, Production Process, Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Natural Resource Management, Process Engineering

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environment, Life Sciences, Taxonomy

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

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    University of California San Diego

    Our Energy Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Pollution Prevention, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Systems, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Engineering, Oil and Gas, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Mitigation, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Environment, Socioeconomics, Petroleum Industry, Social Studies, Environmental Science

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Innovation, Ideation, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Electronics, Analytical Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Basics of Extracellular Vesicles: University of California, Irvine
  • Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Nursing Assistant Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Synapses, Neurons and Brains : Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Psicología: Universidad de Palermo
  • Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I): University of California San Diego
  • Computational Neuroscience: University of Washington
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy: The University of Edinburgh
  • Introduction to Algae: University of California San Diego
  • Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution: University of Alberta

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