UBCx: Biospecimen Research Methods

Improve the quality of your research by learning and applying best practices to collect, store and use biospecimens in your laboratory.

radio_button_checkededX Subscription
₹28,072/yr
Get this course and thousands more with a edX Subscription subscription.
radio_button_uncheckedIndividual Course
82170
Keep the course forever with lifetime access and receive a certificate.
EnterpriseUpskill your entire organization with access to the entire course library and enterprise services.
Custom Pricing
EssentialsUpskill your team in one critical focus area with access to a limited number of courses.
₹10,634

Why choose Teams?

check
8 academies
check
2,300+ self-paced courses
check
300+ professional certificates
🔥
Edx July OfferLimited-time deals till Jul 15
verifiedGet this course for free with the Coursera Plus subscription.
✓ Compare courses before making a decision
Check Latest Price →
Price may vary. Check latest price on provider site.

Course Insight

Designed for advanced/expert practitioners. Designed for experienced practitioners. We recommend having a solid grasp of Biology & Life Sciences fundamentals before starting this specialization.

Advanced LevelCertification IncludedSelf-Paced LearningHands-On Learning

SKILLS TO
MASTER

Biology & Life Sciences Basics
Fundamental principles and concepts
Practical ApplicationTrending
Real-world project implementation
Best Practices
Industry standard workflows and guidelines
Problem Solving
Core Concepts
Implementation
Workflow Integration
Optimization
Careers:Relevant for professionals pursuing roles within Biology & Life Sciences.

Quick Facts

Below sections are verified from last major sync. For real-time updates and today's latest lectures, Check official page here.

What You’ll Learn

The success of your research depends on the quality of the biospecimens you use. Get ahead of the competition, increase your chances of being published in high impact journals, and open doors to opportunities for working in leading biomedical research laboratories or biobanks. This biology and life sciences course will enable you to collect, recognize and utilize a quality human biospecimen.

Over 6 weeks, professionals, with extensive experience in biobanking from the University of British Columbia and the BC Cancer, will teach you the international best practices for biobanking and research involving human biospecimens; based on National Cancer Institute (NCI) and International Society of Biological Environmental Repositories standards (ISBER).

See how this course curriculum compares with alternatives

Outcomes

  • Develop the knowledge to better collect and process human biospecimens to enhance research credibility.
  • How to plan a successful research study using biospecimens.
  • How to properly store and manage biospecimen data.
  • Understand the ethical and privacy issues related to biobanking.
  • Gain applicable hands-on techniques related to informed consent, data management, biospecimen collection and storage.
See side-by-side differences in learning outcomes

FAQs

Top Alternatives

Highly-rated courses worth your attention

HarvardX: Fundamentals of Neuroscience, Part 1: The Electrical Properties of the Neuron
UCx: Mental Health and Nutrition
4.7· 8 weeks
Beginner
₹15,687
HarvardX: Cell Biology: Mitochondria
4.7· 4 weeks
Beginner
₹12,367
SDGAcademyX: Climate Change: The Science and Global Impact
4.7· 8 weeks
Intermediate
EDX SUBSCRIPTION
₹337/yr₹39615% OFF
HarvardX: Super-Earths and Life
4.8· 15 weeks
Beginner
₹12,367
SDGAcademyX: Planetary Boundaries
4.9· 8 weeks
Intermediate
EDX SUBSCRIPTION
₹337/yr₹39615% OFF
UBCx: Biospecimen Research Methods
0(0+ learners)
Edx July Offer
Save up to 15% on select courses for a limited time with coupon code GOALS2026