Biology Courses and Certifications

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Cell Biology: Cellular organization, division and processes

28 ratings

Explore cellular organization, division, and processes, focusing on DNA transactions, cell cycle regulation, and specialized cells. Gain insights into chromatin organization, molecular machines, and cellular diversity.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

CrashCourse

Biology - CrashCourse

17 ratings

Crash Course creates free, high-quality educational videos used by teachers and learners of all kinds. And thus begins the most revolutionary biology course in history.

• YouTube
• 8 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Introduction to Animal Behaviour

112 ratings

Explore the amazing range and complexity of wild animal behaviour. Discover how animals learn, communicate, find food, avoid predators, and interact socially.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Nutrition and Health: Human Microbiome

857 ratings

Learn how you can impact your health by balancing your gut health; how your microbiome together with your diet can improve normal gut function. A balanced microbiome and nutritional intake can avoid disorders like IBS, obesity and diabetes.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 3-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Introduction to Systems Biology

5 ratings

Learn about Systems Biology, focusing on mammalian cells and their functions. Understand how molecules interact to form functional systems and how emergent behaviors arise. Develop skills in experimental design, data analysis, and quantitative reasoning.

• Coursera
• 19 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Cell Biology: Mitochondria

200 ratings at edX

A human-centered approach to the fundamentals of cell biology with a focus on the power plants of the cell - mitochondria.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology

1241 ratings at Coursera

Explore plant biology, from cell structure to photosynthesis and genetic engineering. Learn how plants grow, develop complex structures, and convert sunlight into energy for life on Earth.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Introductory Biology

6 ratings

The course focuses on the application of fundamental principles, toward an understanding of microorganisms as geochemical agents responsible for the evolution and renewal of the biosphere and of their role in human health and disease.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• 26 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

RNA Biology with Eterna

156 ratings at Coursera

Through videos and gameplay, this course provides a unique introduction to RNA biology, including its uses in medicine and bioengineering. Learn how RNA powers cell growth and development by designing your own RNAs using the popular citizen science game…

• Coursera
• 7 hours 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Principles of Synthetic Biology

Learn how to engineer biological systems and program organisms to perform novel tasks.

• edX
• 15 weeks, 8-10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Animal Behaviour and Welfare

13 ratings

Learn about animal behavior, welfare assessment, and practical applications for companion, farm, and captive wild animals. Explore the scientific and ethical dimensions of animal welfare.

• Coursera
• 9-10 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Career Certificate

Biology Everywhere

392 ratings at Coursera

Explore biology's relevance in everyday life, from molecular concepts to ecology and evolution, bridging traditional science with practical knowledge and interdisciplinary connections.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Introduction to Biology

4 ratings

The course focuses on the exploration of current research in cell biology, immunology, neurobiology, genomics, and molecular medicine.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• 28 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Dynamical Modeling Methods for Systems Biology

223 ratings at Coursera

Explore dynamical modeling techniques in Systems Biology, including differential equations and stochastic models. Learn to develop testable predictions and gain insights into biological processes.

• Coursera
• 19 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Biology Everywhere Foundations

242 ratings at Coursera

Explore the nature of science and biology, understanding the "biology everywhere" philosophy and its real-world applications. Discover how chemistry forms the foundation for biological concepts.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course