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Course studies give the adult learner a closer look at a wide range of subjects without the constraints associated with pursuing a formal degree. Ranging in duration between monthly or yearly expectations, high school graduates can find a rigorous learning experience that supports their interests. What is a course in life sciences? A course in life sciences usually covers concepts dealing with org… Read more

Course studies give the adult learner a closer look at a wide range of subjects without the constraints associated with pursuing a formal degree. Ranging in duration between monthly or yearly expectations, high school graduates can find a rigorous learning experience that supports their interests.

What is a course in life sciences? A course in life sciences usually covers concepts dealing with organisms and living ecosystems. General categories of study might include agriculture, forestry, fisheries, biochemistry, ecology, and etymology. Within these categories, students may find themselves immersed in studies of biology and chemistry dealing with nutrition, healthcare, chemical and molecular bonding, cellular processes, genetics, and systems of life. The sustainability of food and farming with natural resources may also be covered.

Students with a background in life sciences develop team skills in organization and leadership. They are often multitaskers capable of reviewing data, analyzing strengths and weaknesses, and offering sustainable solutions. They are detail-oriented and focus on streamlining processes to maximize returns. These are exceptional employment skills that translate beyond the realm of life sciences.

The nature of the study of life sciences lends itself well to online institutional programs, providing an affordable and accessible option. It is difficult to compare program costs between individual institutions and delivery mode due to the targeted focus of course design requirements. Therefore, it is best to check with your preferred institution for the current cost of attendance.

Numerous employment opportunities are available for students pursuing life science. Job possibilities include biomedical scientist, biochemist, clinical research associate, and industrial pharmacist. Clinical pathology is another option with a biology or chemistry focus, yet there is crossover with additional areas. Working as an educator, advocating for environmental change as a non-profit administrator or resource policy expert, and acting as a consultant for corporations or government entities are also areas of opportunity.

Scholars are able to grasp the concepts of life science topics with a global perspective either through distance learning or a local institution. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.

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Course in Cellbiology, Animal and Plant Physiology

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Umeå University - Faculty of Science and Technology
Umeå, Sweden

The separate courses include lectures, seminars, and practical laboratory work. The Cellbiology course comprises comprehensive theoretical knowledge of the most central parts ... +

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The separate courses include lectures, seminars, and practical laboratory work. The Cellbiology course comprises comprehensive theoretical knowledge of the most central parts of modern Molecular Cell Biology. The course also covers the concept of malignant cell growth and provides examples -
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Full-time
19 weeks
English
Sep 2021
Campus
 

Course in Education and Labour Markets

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University Centre of the Westfjords
Ísafjörður, Iceland

The course in Education and Labour Markets explores the characteristics of labor markets and education policies with a focus on regional development. Students will learn about ... +

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The course in Education and Labour Markets explores the characteristics of labor markets and education policies with a focus on regional development. Students will learn about the challenges regarding undiversified labor markets and the so-called “brain drain” that rural and remote communities are confronted with. The role of (higher) education in remote settings will also be addressed. -
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Full-time
2 weeks
English
Campus
 

CRISPR: Gene-editing Applications Online Short Course

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Harvard Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL) (Get Smarter Creative)
Cambridge, USA

The Harvard VPAL CRISPR: Gene-editing Applications online short course offers an overview of CRISPR gene-editing technology and its potential application across various indust ... +

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The Harvard VPAL CRISPR: Gene-editing Applications online short course offers an overview of CRISPR gene-editing technology and its potential application across various industries. In this course, you will gain an understanding of how CRISPR enhances current genetic engineering practices. Learn to analyze the potential that this powerful disruptive biotechnology has to transform agriculture, renewable energy and healthcare. -
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Part-time
8 weeks
English
Online
 

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Winter School in European Health Law and Biotechnology (EHL&BT)

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University of Pisa Summer - Winter Schools & Foundation Course
Pisa, Italy

The program is an intensive, one-week module open to national and international Masters' students of Law and Bioengineering, based on Project Based Learning (PBL) methodology.

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The program is an intensive, one-week module open to national and international Masters' students of Law and Bioengineering, based on Project Based Learning (PBL) methodology. -
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Full-time
5 days
English
Online
 

Higher Professional Technical Course in Food & Beverage

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ISAG - European Business School
Porto, Portugal

This course aims to train specialized senior technicians to direct, coordinate and control the activities and operations of Food and Beverage services in catering and beverage ... +

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This course aims to train specialized senior technicians to direct, coordinate and control the activities and operations of Food and Beverage services in catering and beverage establishments, integrated or not in hotel units, ensuring quality of service, optimization resources and maximizing business profitability. -
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Full-time
2 years
English, Portuguese (Portugal)
Oct 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

Sustainable Aquaculture Module Course

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University of St Andrews
Saint Andrews, United Kingdom

The Sustainable Aquaculture modular course allows students to study individual modules from a range of part-time, e-learning, postgraduate-level modules which aim to develop s ... +

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The Sustainable Aquaculture modular course allows students to study individual modules from a range of part-time, e-learning, postgraduate-level modules which aim to develop students' critical understanding of the development and principles of aquaculture. The credits for each module successfully completed may be transferred and contribute towards a postgraduate qualification (PG Cert, PGDip, MSc) at a later date. -
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Full-time
9 - 12 weeks
English
06 Sep 2021
Online
 

Course in Floristry Design

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International Career Institute
London, United Kingdom

ICI lets your career bloom literally and figuratively with our floristry design course. To keep up with industry standards, our course is specially developed by experienced fl ... +

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ICI lets your career bloom literally and figuratively with our floristry design course. To keep up with industry standards, our course is specially developed by experienced florists. We are dedicated to providing you quality floristry education to broaden your knowledge and hone your skills in the field. -
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English
Online
 

Ecology and Wildlife Conservation Course - University of Leeds

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FutureLearn
Leeds, United Kingdom

Discover ecology and learn how we can protect wildlife to conserve our natural world.

Discover ecology and learn how we can protect wildlife to conserve our natural world. -
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Part-time
2 weeks
English
Online
 

Conservation Biology of Sharks and Rays Short Term Program

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VERITAS
San José, Costa Rica

This course is aimed to highlight the importance of Conservation Marine Biology in managing Costa Rican Elasmobranch species (sharks and rays) with the emphasis on recent cons ... +

This course is aimed to highlight the importance of Conservation Marine Biology in managing Costa Rican Elasmobranch species (sharks and rays) with the emphasis on recent conservation efforts in the Eastern Tropical Pacific (ETP). Marine ecosystems of the ETP provide a baseline source for sharks and rays species of high commercial interest in satisfying human demand for national and international food. -
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Part-time
English
Campus
 

Online Course: LabVetEurope

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University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark

The LabVet Europe program qualifies you to work as a designated laboratory animal veterinarian in accordance with the 2010 EU directive on the production of animals used for s ... +

The LabVet Europe program qualifies you to work as a designated laboratory animal veterinarian in accordance with the 2010 EU directive on the production of animals used for scientific purposes, previously known as FELASA category D. -
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Part-time
6 months
English
Online
 

Course in Agricultural Business Administration

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Fundación Universitaria Popayán - Univida
Popayán, Colombia

In the training process of the Manager of Agricultural Companies is promoted by the development and strengthening of skills that allow him to make approaches and give solution ... +

In the training process of the Manager of Agricultural Companies is promoted by the development and strengthening of skills that allow him to make approaches and give solutions to complex problems, promoting teamwork, flexibility, thinking and critical attitude, as well as the development of oral and written communication skills. -
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Part-time
9 semesters
Spanish (Colombia)
Online
 

Forest Technology

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Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Andalusia, USA

The Forest Technology program trains students for the position of forest technician. The technician is an employee who works under the direction of a professional (BS degree) ... +

The Forest Technology program trains students for the position of forest technician. The technician is an employee who works under the direction of a professional (BS degree) forester and will undertake the fieldwork that is necessary to manage the forest. -
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Full-time
English
Sep 2021
Campus
 

Courses Agricultural Sciences

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Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP)
São Paulo, Brazil

Brazil is one of the largest grain and meat producing countries in the world. Thus, the disciplines offered aim at engaging students in several aspects related to sustainable ... +

Brazil is one of the largest grain and meat producing countries in the world. Thus, the disciplines offered aim at engaging students in several aspects related to sustainable agricultural and animal production in the tropics -
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Full-time
Campus
 

Diet cooking ihk

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Hotelfernschule Poppe+Neumann
Germany Online, Germany

The training for dietetic cooking CCI is another way for chefs, professionals in the field of home economics and nutrition and also for lateral entrants with professional expe ... +

The training for dietetic cooking CCI is another way for chefs, professionals in the field of home economics and nutrition and also for lateral entrants with professional experience, to increase your attractiveness to the labor market. -
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Full-time
24 months
German
Oct 2021
Online
 

Forestry, ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL training PROGRAM

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St Petersburg State Forest Technical University Under Name Of S.M. Kirov - LTU
Saint Petersburg, Russia

The target audience: Persons who have a non-core secondary vocational or higher technical education wish to obtain the right to carry out independent professional activities i ... +

The target audience: Persons who have a non-core secondary vocational or higher technical education wish to obtain the right to carry out independent professional activities in the specialty "Forestry." -
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Full-time
Part-time
Russian
Sep 2021
Campus
 

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