Free Online DNA Structure Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Vanderbilt University

Case Studies in Personalized Medicine (Coursera)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Dive into the transformative world of personalized medicine with this comprehensive online course. Explore how genetic insights are revolutionizing drug treatments and disease prevention through a series of compelling case studies. Understand the mechanisms behind variability in drug responses and learn about the future potential of biomedicine to tailor healthcare to individual needs.

May 25th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Medicine Health Genetics

Coursera

McMaster University

DNA Decoded (Coursera)

Health & Society Science

Discover the fascinating world of DNA with 'DNA Decoded'. This comprehensive course unravels the secrets behind your unique genetic code, exploring topics from DNA replication to cloning and its implications for science and society. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

May 18th 2026

4 Weeks

Genetics DNA Translation

FutureLearn

University of Leeds

Causes of Human Disease: Exploring Cancer and Genetic Disease (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Science

Dive into the fascinating world of genetics and disease with this online course. Learn about the structure of DNA, how genetic alterations cause diseases such as cancer, and discover the breakthroughs in understanding genetic disorders. Perfect for anyone interested in medical science, biology, or healthcare.

Sep 23rd 2024

2 Weeks

Health Genetics Cancer

EdX

Rice University,RiceX

DNA: Biology’s Genetic Code (edX)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences

Discover the fundamental building block of life with our 'DNA: Biology’s Genetic Code' course. Delve into the intricate world of DNA, learning how this remarkable molecule stores and transmits genetic instructions from one generation to the next. Perfect for beginners and advanced learners alike, this course offers an in-depth look at DNA structure, replication, and its critical role in biology.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Biology Genetics DNA

EdX

Seoul National University,SNUx

DNA and Atoms: The Secret of Life (edX)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Sci: Chemistry

Discover the fundamental building blocks of life with 'DNA and Atoms: The Secret of Life' course on edX. Delve into the fascinating world of DNA and atoms as we explore how these elements come together to form the genetic material that sustains all living organisms. This course, enriched with Nobel lectures and seminal scientific papers, offers an in-depth look at life's molecular basis.

This course is archived

4 Weeks

Biology Chemistry Molecules