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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Biology, Pathology

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Understanding Cancer Metastasis

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Terminology, Pathology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Bioinformatics Capstone: Big Data in Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Big Data, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Biology, Structural Analysis

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Pennsylvania State University

      Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Microbiology, Community Health, Pathology, Biology, Emerging Technologies, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology

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

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      University of California San Diego

      Applied Bioinformatics

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Testing, Network Analysis, Infectious Diseases, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Microbiology, Biology, Pharmacology, Computational Thinking, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Life Sciences, Data Analysis Software, Taxonomy, Statistical Inference, Science and Research

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Tokyo

      Welcome to Game Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Social Sciences, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Socioeconomics, Strategic Decision-Making, Systems Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Immunology: Innate Immune System

      Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Chronic Diseases, Biology, Oncology

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

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      University of Michigan

      Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Psychiatry, Psychology, Neurology, Mental Health, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Health, Anesthesiology, Respiratory Therapy, Biology, Cardiology, Public Health, Pharmacology

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

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      University of Copenhagen

      Bacteria and Chronic Infections

      Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Biology, Infection Control, Chronic Diseases, Pathology, Laboratory Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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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
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Research, Taxonomy, Timelines

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems: University of Michigan
    • Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III): University of California San Diego
    • Understanding Cancer Metastasis: Johns Hopkins University
    • Bioinformatics Capstone: Big Data in Biology: University of California San Diego
    • Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases: The Pennsylvania State University
    • Applied Bioinformatics: University of California San Diego
    • Welcome to Game Theory: The University of Tokyo
    • Immunology: Innate Immune System: Imperial College London
    • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
    • Bacteria and Chronic Infections: University of Copenhagen

    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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