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.
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Respiration, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Pulmonology, Endocrinology, Neurology, Nephrology, Urology, Cardiology, Biology, Nutrition and Diet
★ 4.8 (104) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Health Informatics, Big Data, Biostatistics, Data Analysis, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Specimen Collection
★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
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

American Museum of Natural History
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

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Terminology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology
★ 4.7 (120) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Sports Medicine, Pulmonology, Respiration, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Neurology
★ 4.5 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Museum of Natural History
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
University of Michigan
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

Johns Hopkins University
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

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Experimentation
★ 4.6 (247) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Graph Theory
★ 4.5 (79) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months