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    Explore astrobiology to study the potential for life beyond Earth. Learn about planetary conditions, life detection methods, and space exploration.

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      University of Geneva

      Chemical Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Experience, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Laboratory Equipment, Image Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      154 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Caltech

      The Evolving Universe

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      832 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Algae Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Corporate Sustainability, Regulatory Requirements, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Environmental Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      601 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Astro 101: Black Holes

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Storytelling, Scientific Methods, Mechanics, General Science and Research, Simulations, Scientific Visualization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Laboratory Research, Timelines, Environmental Science, Geospatial Information and Technology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      New Space: Access to space - Basics

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Process Development, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Engineering, Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Sustainability Reporting, Cost Reduction, Environmental Engineering, Physics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Manchester

      Industrial Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Environmental Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Microbiology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Space Exploration

      Skills you'll gain: Commercialization, Transportation Operations, Resource Utilization, Organizational Strategy, Environment and Resource Management, Strategic Partnership, Science and Research, Innovation, Research, Human Factors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tel Aviv University

      Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Food and Beverage, Laboratory Research, Nutrition and Diet, Environmental Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Rochester

      Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      497 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Introduction to Industrial Bioprocess Development

      Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sterilization, Microbiology, Process Control, Good Manufacturing Practices, Production Process, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Scalability, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Calculations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      313 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Analyzing the Universe

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Probability & Statistics, Scientific Methods, Energy and Utilities

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      233 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva
    • The Evolving Universe: Caltech
    • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
    • Astro 101: Black Holes: University of Alberta
    • Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology: University of Alberta
    • New Space: Access to space - Basics: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
    • Space Exploration: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology: Tel Aviv University
    • Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy: University of Rochester

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