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.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Child Development, Biology, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies
★ 4.7 (1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Caltech
Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Physics, Water Resources, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Hydrology, Microbiology
★ 4.8 (814) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Respiration, Psychiatry, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Physiology, Internal Medicine, Injury Prevention, Life Sciences, Cardiology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Accident Prevention, General Medicine, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Health, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Molecular Biology
★ 4.8 (826) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Life Sciences, Graph Theory
★ 4.7 (932) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Patient Education and Support, Radiation Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Oncology, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Endocrinology, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Biology, Surgery, Anatomy, Risk Analysis, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Imaging
★ 4.8 (758) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Endocrinology, Physiology, Preventative Care, Drug Development, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Immunology, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Exercise Science, Precision Medicine, Pre-Clinical Development, Public Health, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Biochemistry, Nutrition and Diet, Molecular Biology
★ 4.8 (751) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Sensory Systems Analysis, Biochemistry, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Thermal Management, Chemistry, Physiology, Psychology
★ 4.6 (789) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Design Strategies, Mathematics Education, Growth Mindedness, Digital pedagogy, Simulations, Design Reviews, Simulation and Simulation Software, Interactive Design, User Feedback, Experimentation, Browser Compatibility, Conceptual Design, Display Devices, Research, Chemistry, Physics, Biology
★ 4.9 (824) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Chemistry
★ 4.7 (644) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Psychology, Electrophysiology, Experimentation, Anatomy
★ 4.7 (656) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Human Development, Healthcare Ethics, Precision Medicine, Social Studies, Life Sciences, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Epidemiology
★ 4.8 (606) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Quality Control, Statistical Process Controls, Laboratory Procedures, Laboratory Testing, Ideation, Market Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices, Product Quality (QA/QC), Feasibility Studies, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Testing, Customer Insights, Chemistry, Safety Standards, Healthcare Ethics, Product Design, Biology, Personal Care, Materials science
★ 4.7 (571) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months