Free Online Bioinformatics Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Theory

Dive into the fascinating world where biology meets programming with 'Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners.' This course is designed to introduce you to the basics of bioinformatics, teaching you how to apply programming (specifically Python) to solve complex biological problems. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply curious about the intersection of science and coding, this course will equip you with essential skills in algorithm implementation and problem-solving within a biological context.

Oct 12th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Biology Programming

Coursera

The State University of New York

Big Data, Genes, and Medicine (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

Dive into the fascinating world where Big Data meets genes and medicine. This course offers a unique blend of biological insights and advanced data analysis techniques, empowering you to harness the power of health big data science and bioinformatics. Discover how to unlock the potential within genetic information and contribute to groundbreaking medical advancements.

Oct 12th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Medicine Health Genetics

Coursera

University of Virginia

Bacterial Bioinformatics (Coursera)

Health & Society CS: Information & Technology

Dive into the world of bacterial genomics with our comprehensive Bacterial Bioinformatics course. Master common analysis techniques on the PathoSystems Resource Integration Center (PATRIC), a leading bacterial bioinformatics resource center. Perfect for researchers, students, and professionals interested in bacterial pathogenesis, evolution, and genomic data analysis.

Oct 12th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Bioinformatics Genomic Data Bacterial Genomes

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V) (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

Dive deep into the world of Genomic Data Science and Clustering with our comprehensive Bioinformatics V course. Master algorithmic techniques that reveal how genes control cellular processes, trace human evolution, and much more. Perfect for data scientists, biologists, and anyone fascinated by bioinformatics.

Oct 5th 2026

3 Weeks

Clustering Bioinformatics Data Science

FutureLearn

University of Manchester

Clinical Bioinformatics: Unlocking Genomics in Healthcare (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Embark on a journey into the future of healthcare with 'Clinical Bioinformatics: Unlocking Genomics in Healthcare'. This course, offered by FutureLearn, provides an insightful look at how clinical bioinformaticians are leveraging genomics to revolutionize medicine. Whether you're a healthcare professional eager to understand the impact of genomics or simply curious about the cutting-edge of medical science, this course offers valuable knowledge on the intersection of data analysis and patient care.

Self Paced

5-12 Weeks

Healthcare Bioinformatics Genomics

Coursera

University of California, San Diego,Higher School of Economics - HSE University

Genome Assembly Programming Challenge (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Theory

Dive into the world of genomics and computational biology with our Genome Assembly Programming Challenge course. This unique online learning experience will equip you with the skills needed to assemble and analyze genomes, focusing on a deadly E.coli outbreak case study that revolutionized public health response. Perfect for bioinformatics enthusiasts and professionals.

Oct 5th 2026

3 Weeks

Programming Algorithms Data Structures

Essentials of Genomics and Biomedical Informatics (edX)

EdX

IsraelX

Essentials of Genomics and Biomedical Informatics (edX)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Medicine & Pharmacology

Dive into the data-driven future of medicine with 'Essentials of Genomics and Biomedical Informatics'. This course is designed for clinicians, researchers, and digital health enthusiasts who want to harness the power of genomics and biomedical informatics. Gain an overview of how data is transforming medical research and patient care without becoming a bioinformatician.

Self Paced

5-12 Weeks

Health Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning

FutureLearn

Wellcome Genome Campus Advanced Courses and Scientific Conferences

Bioinformatics for Biologists: An Introduction to Linux, Bash Scripting, and R (FutureLearn)

Health & Society CS: Information & Technology

Dive into the world of bioinformatics with our beginner-friendly course tailored for biologists. Learn essential skills in Linux, Bash scripting, and R to unlock a vast array of bioinformatics tools and revolutionize your data analysis capabilities.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Biology Linux Bioinformatics

FutureLearn

Taipei Medical University

Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics (FutureLearn)

Robotics & Computer Vision

Dive into the intersection of technology and biology with 'Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics'. This FutureLearn course explores how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing bioinformatics, enabling deeper insights into biological processes. From machine learning techniques to deep learning applications, you'll gain a solid foundation in applying AI to complex biological data sets.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Bioinformatics