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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Case Studies

    ★ 4.1 (82) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    AIDS: Fear and Hope

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Patient Treatment, Diagnostic Tests, Bloodborne Pathogens, Health Disparities, Infection Control, Patient Education and Support, Laboratory Testing, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Chronic Diseases, Nursing and Patient Care, Preventative Care, Health Equity, Health Education, Public Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Policy, Social Sciences, Microbiology, Cultural Diversity

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Introduction to Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Scientific Methods, Environment, Bioinformatics, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Issue, Respiration, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Family Planning, Patient Education And Counseling

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Sex as a Biological Variable in the Conduct of Research

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Statistical Machine Learning, Research Methodologies, Life Sciences, Science and Research, Human Development, Applied Machine Learning, Quantitative Research, Research Design, Clinical Research, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Health Care, Health Equity, Health Policy

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Microbiology for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Taxonomy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Infection Control, Medical Laboratory, Public Health, Laboratory Testing, Sterilization, Environmental Science, Laboratory Techniques, Biotechnology, Environment Health And Safety, Biology, Environment, Food and Beverage, Tax, Safety Culture, Culture

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Cellular Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Physiology, Biology, Control Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • E

    EDUCBA

    DNA, Genome and Genetic Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Diagnostic Tests, Pathology, Laboratory Testing, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Biotechnology, Case Studies, Clinical Research, Science and Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Social Work, Research, Clinical Research Coordination, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, A/B Testing, Healthcare 5.0, Public Health and Disease Prevention, UI/UX Research, Strong Work Ethic

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    DNA: The Molecule of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Clinical Research, Biology, Laboratory Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Pearson

    Evolution and Biodiversity

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Pearson

    The Chemistry of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Physical Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Pearson

    Patterns of Inheritance

    Skills you'll gain: Family Planning, Patient Education And Counseling, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Scientific Methods

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Women in environmental biology

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Science and Research

    ★ 4.5 (138) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
  • AIDS: Fear and Hope: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Biology: Pearson
  • Sex as a Biological Variable in the Conduct of Research: University of Colorado System
  • Microbiology for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Cellular Reproduction: Pearson
  • DNA, Genome and Genetic Disorders: EDUCBA
  • DNA: The Molecule of Life: Pearson
  • Evolution and Biodiversity: Pearson
  • The Chemistry of Life: Pearson

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