Free Online Bioinformatics Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins (Coursera)

Health & Society

Dive deep into the origins of SARS-CoV-2 with 'Hacking COVID-19: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins'. This course, part of a broader series on the COVID-19 pandemic, offers insights into bioinformatics and its critical role in understanding this global health crisis. Whether you're new to computational biology or an experienced professional looking to apply your skills to COVID-19 research, this course is designed for you.

Jun 29th 2026

2 Weeks

Bioinformatics Genomics Coronavirus

Coursera

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)

Fundamental Skills in Bioinformatics (Coursera)

Statistics & Data Analysis Data Science

Discover the essential skills needed to navigate the world of bioinformatics with our online course designed for beginners. Gain a practical overview of key concepts and develop both quantitative and programming abilities crucial for analyzing biological data effectively.

Jun 29th 2026

4 Weeks

Programming Bioinformatics RNA Sequencing

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Hacking COVID-19 — Course 5: Tracing SARS-CoV-2's Evolution (Coursera)

Health & Society

Explore the evolutionary path of SARS-CoV-2 with our specialized online course designed for beginners to advanced bioinformaticians. Trace the genetic mutations and understand how computational biology has been used in tracking the COVID-19 outbreak. Gain insights into genomic concepts and apply your skills through practical exercises.

Jun 29th 2026

2 Weeks

Bioinformatics Genomics COVID-19

Coursera

Peking University

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

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences CS: Theory

Welcome to 'Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods', a Coursera course offered by Peking University. This MOOC is designed to introduce you to the interdisciplinary field of bioinformatics, where biology meets computer science. You'll explore key concepts and learn practical computational methods that are crucial for analyzing biological data. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply curious about how technology can be applied in biology, this course will equip you with valuable knowledge and skills.

Jun 22nd 2026

13-24 Weeks

Science Bioinformatics Computational Methods

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I) (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

Embark on a fascinating journey into the world of bioinformatics with 'Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I)', an online course offered by Coursera. This course introduces you to the intersection of biology and computer science, where we explore how computational techniques can be used to decipher genetic information without stepping foot in a lab. Dive deep into understanding DNA replication and discover the algorithms that help us identify key starting points within bacterial genomes.

Jun 22nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Biology Algorithms DNA

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II) (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

Dive into the fascinating world of Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II) on Coursera. This course explores the complex process of assembling genomes from short DNA pieces using graph theory and introduces you to brute force algorithms applied in sequencing mini-proteins called antibiotics. Perfect for biologists, geneticists, and anyone interested in personalized medicine.

Jun 22nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

DNA Genomes Antibiotics

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Introduction to Genomic Technologies (Coursera)

Statistics & Data Analysis Data Science

Explore the fascinating world of genomic technologies in this introductory course. Learn about DNA, RNA, epigenetic patterns, next-generation sequencing, and data analysis techniques that are revolutionizing biology and medicine.

Jun 22nd 2026

4 Weeks

Biology DNA RNA

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science (Coursera)

Statistics & Data Analysis Data Science

Dive into the world of genomic big data analysis with 'Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science'. This course is designed for those looking to harness the power of command line tools to efficiently manage and analyze vast amounts of genomic information. Whether you're a budding bioinformatician or an experienced researcher, this course will equip you with the skills needed to navigate directories, manipulate files, and work effectively with large datasets in genomics.

Jun 22nd 2026

4 Weeks

Unix Bioinformatics Genomics

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Python for Genomic Data Science (Coursera)

Statistics & Data Analysis Data Science

Dive into the world of Python and iPython with our specialized course designed for genomic data scientists. This course, part of the Genomic Big Data Science Specialization from Johns Hopkins University, will equip you with the necessary programming skills to analyze complex genetic information effectively.

Jun 22nd 2026

4 Weeks

Programming Python Big Data