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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


  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Women in environmental biology

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environment, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Social Studies, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Quality, Science and Research

    ★ 4.5 (138) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Urinalysis, Anatomy, Nephrology, Gynecology, Physiology, Pathology, Biology

    ★ 4.9 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Health Policy, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Health, Case Studies

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

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Emergence of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Taxonomy, Anthropology, World History, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Climate Change Adaptation, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

    ★ 4.2 (105) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Chemicals and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Chemistry, Environmental Laws, Laboratory Testing, Public Health, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Science, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Environmental Policy, Case Studies, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Levels of Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Terminology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    ★ 4.7 (120) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Credit offered
  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Evolution: A Course for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional Strategies, Instructing, Pedagogy, Anthropology, Life Sciences, Culture, Biology, Curriculum Planning, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods

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

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Molecular Evolution (Bioinformatics IV)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Graph Theory

    ★ 4.5 (79) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Michigan

    AIDS: Fear and Hope

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Diagnostic Tests, Bloodborne Pathogens, Health Disparities, Chronic Diseases, Preventative Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Policy, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Community Health, Advocacy

    ★ 4.8 (426) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Research, Education and Training, General Medicine, Teaching, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Medical Privacy, Biology, Food and Beverage

    ★ 4.6 (174) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    生命科学发展史

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Human Development, Physiology, Taxonomy, Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Endocrinology, Biotechnology, Anthropology, European History, Neurology, Ancient History, General Science and Research, World History, Scientific Methods

    ★ 4.4 (19) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    The Neurotransmitters of the Mind – Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Drug Interaction, Substance Abuse, Neurology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Research, Biology, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Women in environmental biology: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction: Rice University
  • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
  • Emergence of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Chemicals and Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Levels of Organization: Rice University
  • Evolution: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
  • Molecular Evolution (Bioinformatics IV): University of California San Diego
  • AIDS: Fear and Hope: University of Michigan
  • Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History

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