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.

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Ancient History, World History, Timelines, Biology, Public History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Moderna
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Immunology, Pharmaceuticals, Cell Biology, Emerging Technologies, Drug Development, Oncology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms, Data Transformation, Memory Management, Microbiology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Development, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Applications, Cloud Infrastructure, Bioinformatics, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Algorithms, Development Environment, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Platforms, Performance Tuning, Program Development, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Performance Testing, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Cell Cultures, Environmental Science, Biochemical Assays, Medical Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Endocrinology, Molecular Biology, Network Analysis, Data Mining
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Human Development, Biology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Risk Management, Physiology, Interpersonal Communications
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, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Plant Operations and Management, Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Research, Biology
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Sustainable Systems, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Sustainable Development, Human Development, Culture, Community Organizing, Life Sciences, Teaching, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Physical Science, Biology, Systems Thinking, Education and Training, Creativity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Respiration, Pathology, Hematology, Diagnostic Tests, Neurology, Cardiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Oncology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Biological Engineering, Public Health, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Pharmaceuticals, Drug Development, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Precision Medicine
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Programs, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Biology, Environmental Monitoring, Water Sustainability, Life Sciences, Sustainable Systems, Climate Change Adaptation, Experimentation, Research, Data Collection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Family Planning, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gynecology, Patient Education and Support, Treatment Planning, Urology, Pharmacology, Epidemiology, Patient Education And Counseling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks