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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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    The University of Melbourne

    Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Environment, Biochemistry, Drug Development, Cell Biology, Medical Science and Research, Oncology, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health

    ★ 4.8 (845) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physiology, Biology

    ★ 4.8 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    EDIVET: Do you have what it takes to be a veterinarian?

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Respiratory Care, Pathology, Vital Signs, Cardiology, Basic Patient Care, Physiology, Patient Observation, General Medicine, Health Care, Clinical Assessment, Cell Biology, Patient Communication, Practice Management

    ★ 4.8 (2.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Mountains 101

    Skills you'll gain: Hydrology, Physical Science, Biology, Water Resources, Mitigation, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Accident Prevention, Social Studies, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Risk Management, Life Sciences, Physiology, World History

    ★ 4.9 (2.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatic Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Laboratory Reports, Molecular Biology, Research Reports, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, R (Software), Correlation Analysis, Informatics, Data Visualization Software, Biotechnology, Scientific Visualization, Network Model, Data Analysis Software, Data Synthesis, Life Sciences, Data Analysis, Microbiology, Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Credit offered
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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Diagnostic Tests, Bioinformatics, Medical Laboratory, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology

    ★ 4.7 (2.6K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    The Truth About Cats and Dogs

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Sensory Systems Analysis, Positive Behavior Support, Behavior Management, Scientific Methods, Non-Verbal Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Science and Research, Research, Biology

    ★ 4.8 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario

    Skills you'll gain: Wound Care, Patient Evaluation, Medical Surgical Nursing, Clinical Assessment, Medical History Documentation, Health Assessment, Trauma Care, Direct Patient Care, Nursing and Patient Care, Perioperative Care, Basic Patient Care, Infection Control, Clinical Practices, Clinical Documentation, Anatomy, Cell Biology

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Anatomy, Pharmacology, Preventative Care, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biological Engineering, Physiology, Hematology, Medical Terminology, Oncology, Microbiology, Pharmaceuticals, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Drug Development

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Free Trial
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    Credit offered
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    Duke University

    Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Pathology, Healthcare Ethics, Microbiology, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Diagnostic Tests, Laboratory Testing, Water Resources, Neurology, Public Health, Hematology, Sanitation, Immunology, Biology, Health Disparities, Case Studies, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment

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

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    University of Copenhagen

    Diabetes – the Essential Facts

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Disparities, Chronic Diseases, Community Health, Endocrinology, Nutrition and Diet, Health Equity, Medical Science and Research, Surgery, Treatment Planning, Exercise Therapy, Biology

    ★ 4.7 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Space Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Pressure, Occupational Medicine, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Hemodynamics, Preventative Care, Oxygen Therapy, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Health Care, Respiration, Environment, Physics, Psychosocial Assessments, Biology, Engineering

    ★ 4.8 (731) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression: The University of Melbourne
  • Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems: University of Michigan
  • EDIVET: Do you have what it takes to be a veterinarian?: The University of Edinburgh
  • Mountains 101: University of Alberta
  • Plant Bioinformatic Methods: University of Toronto
  • Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • The Truth About Cats and Dogs: The University of Edinburgh
  • Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Rice University
  • Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases: Duke University

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