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.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Bioinformatics, grep, Unix Shell, Unix, Data Management, Information Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Molecular Biology, Bash (Scripting Language), Big Data, Data Manipulation, File Management, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Bed Management, Data Pipelines, Life Sciences, Text Mining
★ 4 (570) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Biology, Hydrology, Life Sciences, Climate Change Programs, Water Quality, Land Management, Nutrition and Diet, Oil and Gas, Pollution Prevention, Petroleum Industry, Sustainable Systems, Electric Power Systems, Nutrition Education
★ 4.7 (452) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Timelines, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Physics
★ 4.7 (441) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Molecular Biology, Psychology, Anatomy, Human Development, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Endocrinology
★ 4.8 (398) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Interpersonal Communications, Social Justice, Communication, Empathy, Philanthropy, Relationship Building, Social Impact, Liberal Arts, Community Organizing, Advocacy, Culture, Social Sciences, Community and Social Work, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Psychology, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.7 (430) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research, Biomedical Technology, Primary Care, Biotechnology, Clinical Research Ethics, General Medicine, Oncology, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Pharmacotherapy, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Education And Counseling
★ 4.5 (416) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Healthcare Ethics, Biology, Personal Care, Materials science, Safety Standards, Physiology, Biochemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Anatomy, Product Testing, Microbiology, Product Development
★ 4.7 (346) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Water Resources, Climate Change Adaptation, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Plant Operations and Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Biology
★ 4.8 (148) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Nanjing University
Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Structures, Data Presentation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Scraping, Data Capture, Data Analysis, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Preprocessing, Data Visualization, UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Programming Principles
★ 4.1 (378) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Active Listening, Stress Management, Empowerment, Meditation & Breathwork, Biology, Physiology
★ 4.8 (453) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Hematology, Physiology, Oncology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pathology, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Respiration, Geriatrics, Pulmonology, Environment, Pharmacotherapy, General Medicine, Biology, Pharmacology, Public Health
★ 4.8 (398) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Records, Physiology, Cell Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Nutrition and Diet
★ 4.8 (370) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks