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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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    Peking University

    Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biology, Data Mapping, Data Analysis Software, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Analysis

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    287 reviews

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Environment, Biological Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Physiology, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Environmental Science, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Analysis, Research

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    332 reviews

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Engineering Genetic Circuits: Design

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Process Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Systems Design, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Design Specifications, Cell Biology, Technical Design, Research Design, Biology, Computational Logic, Diagram Design, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, Technical Standard

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Life Sciences, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Experimental Methods in Systems Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Research, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biochemical Assays, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Procedures, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment

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    Northwestern University

    Introduction to Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Gynecology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Anatomy, Family Planning, Endocrinology, Oncology, Urology, Physiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology, Cell Biology

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    University of Michigan

    Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Basic Principles of Cell Signaling

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Cell Biology, Physiology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Endocrinology, Pharmacology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Drug Development, Oncology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis

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    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

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    The University of Tokyo

    Welcome to Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Socioeconomics, Analysis, Political Sciences, Biology

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    University of Geneva

    Classical papers in molecular genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Structural Analysis, Scientific Methods, Experimentation

    4.6
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular biology courses

  • Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法: Peking University
  • Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Engineering Genetic Circuits: Design: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function: Rice University
  • Experimental Methods in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Introduction to Reproduction: Northwestern University
  • Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems: University of Michigan
  • Basic Principles of Cell Signaling: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • DNA Decoded: McMaster University
  • AIDS: Fear and Hope: University of Michigan

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