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    • 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 Florida

      Agroforestry III: Principles of Plant and Soil Management

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Plant Operations and Management, Water Resources, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Novartis

      Introduction to Drug Hunting

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Competitive Intelligence, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Science and Research, Safety Assurance, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Patient Safety, Biology, Molecular Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Introduction to Environmental Science

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Water Resources, Environmental Policy, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Engineering, Land Management, Nutrition and Diet, Electric Power Systems, Nutrition Education, Systems Thinking, Natural Resource Management, Social Studies, Physics, Human Development, Physical Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      381 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Y

      Yale University

      Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Liberal Arts, Environment, Biology, Creativity, Anthropology, Systems Thinking, Social Studies, Physical Science, Timelines, Cultural Diversity, Physics, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      437 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Respiration, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Mechanics, Cardiology, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Torque (Physics)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Immunology: Immune Failures and Cancer Immunology

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Pathology, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Microbiology, Chronic Diseases, Patient Treatment, Precision Medicine, Treatment Planning, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Seaweeds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Product Development, Food and Beverage, Natural Resource Management, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Taxonomy, Manufacturing and Production, Molecular Biology, Anatomy, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Pharmacology, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      生物演化

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Bioinformatics, Environmental Science, Biostatistics, Mathematical Modeling, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      U

      University of Florida

      Agroforestry

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Water Resources, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environment, Plant Operations and Management, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Cultural Diversity, Spatial Analysis, Mitigation, Research, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Evolución

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Human Development, Human Learning, Environment, Anthropology, World History, Social Studies, Deductive Reasoning, Innovation, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, European History, Higher Education, Taxonomy, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods, Probability & Statistics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      361 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Fundamentals of Immunology: Dueling with Pathogens and Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Preventative Care, Public Health, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Biology, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Algae: University of California San Diego
    • Agroforestry III: Principles of Plant and Soil Management: University of Florida
    • Introduction to Drug Hunting: Novartis
    • Introduction to Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
    • Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life: Yale University
    • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Immunology: Immune Failures and Cancer Immunology: Imperial College London
    • Introduction to Seaweeds: University of California San Diego
    • 生物演化: Peking University
    • Agroforestry: University of Florida

    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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