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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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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Psychology of Popularity

    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

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    Caltech

    The Science of the Solar System

    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

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Algorithms for DNA Sequencing

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Life Sciences, Graph Theory

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    University of Michigan

    Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

    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

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    The Science of Gastronomy

    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

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    789 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Prostate Cancer

    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
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    758 reviews

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    University of Copenhagen

    Diabetes - a Global Challenge

    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

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET

    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

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    University of Copenhagen

    Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Chemistry

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    Duke University

    The Brain and Space

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Psychology, Electrophysiology, Experimentation, Anatomy

    4.7
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    656 reviews

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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

    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

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    Olay

    Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients

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

  • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • The Science of the Solar System: Caltech
  • Algorithms for DNA Sequencing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
  • The Science of Gastronomy: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Understanding Prostate Cancer: Johns Hopkins University
  • Diabetes - a Global Challenge: University of Copenhagen
  • Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life: University of Copenhagen
  • The Brain and Space: Duke University

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