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    Find the Best Biology Course for Your Goals

    • U

      University of Alberta

      Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution

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

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Hebrew University of Jerusalem

      Synapses, Neurons and Brains

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Neurology, Computer Science, Psychology, Basic Electrical Systems, Network Analysis, Anatomy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiration, Cardiology, Anatomy, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Biology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      Duke University

      The Brain and Space

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Human Learning, Experimentation, Laboratory Research, Physics, Biology, General Science and Research, Magnetic Resonance Imaging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      652 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Algae

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Food and Beverage, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Laboratory Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Urinary Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Anatomy, Urology, Vital Signs, Medical Terminology, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biostatistics, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      594 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Evolution Today

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Culture, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Microbiology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      167 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      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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      584 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      M

      MedCerts

      Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Care, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      314 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Precision Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research, Primary Care, Health Care, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Patient Education And Counseling, Data Analysis, Environmental Science, Risk Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      382 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Imperial College London

      How Vaccines Work

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Trials, New Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Manufacturing Processes

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution: University of Alberta
    • Synapses, Neurons and Brains : Hebrew University of Jerusalem
    • Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • The Brain and Space: Duke University
    • Introduction to Algae: University of California San Diego
    • Anatomy: Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Urinary Systems: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics: University of Minnesota
    • Evolution Today : Universiteit Leiden
    • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
    • Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals: MedCerts

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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