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    Find the Best Biology Course for Your Goals

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Decision Making, Scientific Methods, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Research, Education and Training, Creativity, Grant Applications, Business Economics, Economics, Pedagogy

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biology, Biochemistry, Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Environmental Science, Data Processing, Research

      4.6
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      323 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Gastrointestinal, Reproductive and Endocrine Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Gynecology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Medical Terminology, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning Methods, Data Analysis, Biology, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing

      4.4
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      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Oncology, Food and Beverage, Respiration, Environment, Environmental Science, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
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      116 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Pharmacology, Environmental Science, Psychology, Environment, Experimentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      228 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Dog Emotion and Cognition

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Training Programs, Psychology, Experimentation, Learning Theory, Anthropology, Research, Behavior Management, Cultural Diversity, Biology

      4.7
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      University of Toronto

      Bioinformatic Methods I

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biology, Network Analysis, Big Data, Statistical Analysis

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Emergence of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Physical Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Research, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Taxonomy

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Melbourne

      Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Oncology, Environment, Biology, Medical Science and Research, Laboratory Research

      4.8
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      829 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Nanjing University

      结构生物化学(Structural Biochemistry)

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Structural Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Biology, Chemistry, Nutrition and Diet, Experimentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      Advanced Neurobiology II

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Behavior Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Anatomy: Gastrointestinal, Reproductive and Endocrine Systems: University of Michigan
    • Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法: Peking University
    • The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Dog Emotion and Cognition: Duke University
    • Bioinformatic Methods I: University of Toronto
    • Emergence of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression: The University of Melbourne

    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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