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Astrobiology Courses

Astrobiology courses can help you learn about the origins of life, extremophiles, planetary habitability, and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. You can build skills in analyzing biological data, understanding chemical processes in extreme environments, and applying scientific methods to evaluate astrobiological hypotheses.


Popular Astrobiology Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Laboratory Research, Scientific Methods, Research

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

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  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Experimentation, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History, electromagnetics

    ★ 4.9 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Pain Management

    ★ 4.4 (161) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • Y

    Yale University

    Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Timelines, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Physics

    ★ 4.7 (441) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Life Sciences Venture Funding

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Equities, Entrepreneurship, Regulatory Requirements, Finance, Regulatory Compliance, Business Valuation, Commercialization, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Private Equity, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Fundraising, Life Sciences, Grant Applications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Cancer Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Patient Education and Support, Radiation Therapy, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Endocrinology, Urology, Patient Treatment, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Cell Biology, Biology, Pathology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    ★ 4.8 (9.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Biology Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Child Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Music, Biotechnology, Environment and Resource Management, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Liberal Arts, Oncology, Sustainable Development

    ★ 4.5 (391) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Introduction to Industrial Bioprocess Development

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Process Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sterilization, Biological Engineering, Microbiology, Process Control, Cell Cultures, Production Process, Biochemistry, Scalability, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Sterile Procedure

    ★ 4.7 (339) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Engineering Calculations, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Design Process, Torque (Physics), Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus, Systems Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (11) · Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Mechanical Engineering, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Debugging, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Calculus

    ★ 4.9 (16) · Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Pathway to Space

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Journalism, Environmental Monitoring, Music, Political Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Systems Engineering, Concept Of Operations, Culture, Media and Communications, International Relations, Governance, Higher Education, Public Policies, Physical Science, Physics, Engineering Design Process, Systems Integration, Environmental Science, Writing

    ★ 4.2 (41) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Stanford University

    Writing in the Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Writing, Journals, Editing, General Science and Research, Grammar

    ★ 4.9 (9.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Advanced Neurobiology I: Peking University
  • Question Reality: Cosmos: Dartmouth College
  • Advanced Neurobiology II: Peking University
  • Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life: Yale University
  • Life Sciences Venture Funding: The State University of New York
  • Cancer Biology: Johns Hopkins University
  • Biology Everywhere: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Industrial Bioprocess Development: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control: University of Colorado Boulder

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