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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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    Universidad Austral

    Conceptos base para el estudio del medio ambiente

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Monitoring, Environment, Data Analysis, Physical Science, Sustainable Development, Life Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Natural Resource Management, Water Quality, Sampling (Statistics), Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Probability Distribution

    4.7
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    532 reviews

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    Imperial College London

    Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Hematology, Physiology, Oncology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Epidemiology, Internal Medicine, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Geriatrics, Pathology, Pulmonology, Environment, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Public Health, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology

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    387 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Técnicas Microscópicas de Caracterización

    Skills you'll gain: Specimen Preparation, Laboratory Techniques, Materials science, Laboratory Equipment, Cell Biology, Micrometer, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Biomedical Technology, Microbiology, Analytical Chemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Image Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering

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    812 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Biology, Hydrology, Water Quality, Systems Thinking, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Chemistry

    4.7
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    336 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción al Aprendizaje Universitario

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Higher Education, Biology, Psychology, Student Support and Services, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Willingness To Learn, Nutrition Education, Mental Concentration, Motivational Skills, Resourcefulness, Needs Assessment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    589 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Science & Religion 101

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Science and Research, World History, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Biology, Anthropology, Physics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Discussion Facilitation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Science of Diet and Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Nutrition Education, Physiology, Kinesiology, Endocrinology, Health And Wellness Coaching, Vital Signs, Stress Management, Biochemistry, Systems Of Measurement, Biology

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis, Databases

    4.8
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    253 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evolución

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Course Development, Environment, World History, Cell Biology, European History, Higher Education, Taxonomy, Mathematical Modeling, Specimen Collection, Scientific Methods, Probability & Statistics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    生物信息学: 导论与方法

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Informatics, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Methods, Medical Science and Research, Data Processing, Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning

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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    History of Medical Cannabis

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Medication Administration, Research, Substance Abuse, Health Care, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Safety, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Public Policies, Research Design, Risk Analysis, Biology, Research Methodologies, Legal Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Seaweeds

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Biotechnology, Product Development, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Development, Cell Biology, Taxonomy, Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Conceptos base para el estudio del medio ambiente: Universidad Austral
  • Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures: Imperial College London
  • Técnicas Microscópicas de Caracterización : Universitat de Barcelona
  • Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
  • Introducción al Aprendizaje Universitario: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
  • Science of Diet and Exercise: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Plant Bioinformatics: University of Toronto
  • Evolución: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • 生物信息学: 导论与方法: Peking University

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