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      University of Alberta

      Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution

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

      4.9
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Physical Science, Timelines, Physics, Scientific Methods

      4.7
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      437 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Space Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Emergency Medicine, Vital Signs, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Health Care, Respiration, Environment, Physics, Biology, Engineering

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      546 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MedCerts

      Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Records, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Vital Signs, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      341 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Florida

      Agroforestry I: Principles and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Taxonomy, Research, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Physiology, Cardiology, Accident Prevention, Public Health, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      814 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Studies, Psychology, Psychiatry, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Biology, Statistical Analysis, Case Studies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      595 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Cultural Diversity, Science and Research, Systems Thinking, Anthropology, Physics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      202 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Manchester

      Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hydrology, Water Resources, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Biology, Simulations, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      451 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Lausanne

      Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Report Writing, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies, Molecular Biology

      4.9
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      520 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainable Food Production Through Livestock Health Management

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Nutrition and Diet, Food Safety and Sanitation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Physiology, Sustainable Systems, Immunology, Biology, Microbiology, Caregiving, Environment and Resource Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      615 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Visual Perception and the Brain

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Neurology, Color Theory, Visual Impairment Education, Motion Arguments, Biology, Physiology, Anatomy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      274 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution: University of Alberta
    • Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life: Yale University
    • Space Medicine: Duke University
    • Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals: MedCerts
    • Agroforestry I: Principles and Practices: University of Florida
    • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics: University of Minnesota
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science: The University of Edinburgh
    • Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes: University of Manchester
    • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne

    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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