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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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    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Fluids, Transport, and Defense

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Patient Evaluation, Immunology, Hematology, Hemodynamics, Capillary, Pathology, Physiology

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    生命科学发展史

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Physiology, Immunology, Bioinformatics, Biology, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Ancient History, Taxonomy

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    University of Copenhagen

    Diabetes - a Global Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Endocrinology, Physiology, Preventative Care, Drug Development, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Immunology, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Pharmaceuticals, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Exercise Science, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Molecular Biology

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Algorithms for DNA Sequencing

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Life Sciences, Data Processing, Computer Science

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    Stanford University

    Love as a Force for Social Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Social Justice, Communication, Empathy, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Community and Social Work, Cultural Diversity, Research, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Neurology

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    MedCerts

    The Human Body's Communication Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Endocrinology, Neurology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Diagnostic Tests, Pathology, Medical Records, Communication Disorders, Anatomy, Physiology

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    Imperial College London

    Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Community Health, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Health Policy, Emergency Response, Patient Evaluation, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests, Microbiology, Media and Communications, Molecular Biology, Pathology

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    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Algae

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Design, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Environment and Resource Management, Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Process Engineering, Laboratory Testing

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    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution

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

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    The University of Hong Kong

    Materials in Oral Health

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Dentistry, Dental Procedures, Dental Instruments, Laboratory Testing, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Materials science, Dental Care, Biomedical Engineering, Oral Health, 3D Modeling, Chemistry

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    Duke University

    Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Microbiology, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Internal Medicine, Diagnostic Tests, Bloodborne Pathogens, Laboratory Testing, Water Resources, Neurology, Public Health, Sanitation, Immunology, Biology, Case Studies, Patient Treatment, Preventative Care, Health Care

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    University of California, Irvine

    Basics of Extracellular Vesicles

    Skills you'll gain: Specimen Collection, Specimen Processing, Specimen Preparation, Medical Laboratory, Laboratory Testing, Cell Cultures, Biochemical Assays, Cell Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Technology, Laboratory Equipment, Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Anatomy & Physiology: Fluids, Transport, and Defense: Rice University
  • 生命科学发展史: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Diabetes - a Global Challenge: University of Copenhagen
  • Algorithms for DNA Sequencing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Love as a Force for Social Justice: Stanford University
  • The Human Body's Communication Systems: MedCerts
  • Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19: Imperial College London
  • Introduction to Algae: University of California San Diego
  • Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution: University of Alberta
  • Materials in Oral Health: The University of Hong Kong

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