Nature, in Code: Biology in JavaScript

Tuition is $120 USD. Applications are due Anytime.

Nature, in Code: Biology in JavaScript is a non-degree program for students who want to learn about biology using JavaScript. It's a one-week online program taught in English at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland.

The curriculum covers biology subjects and helps students develop coding skills in JavaScript. Students will work on hands-on projects to learn how to apply coding to biology.

After completing this program, students can pursue careers as junior software developers, data analysts, or research assistants in fields like biotechnology or environmental science. They can work for companies, research institutes, or government agencies, such as the Swiss Federal Office for the Environment.

EPFL, located in the Lausanne area, is a leading European research university focused on science, engineering and technology. Founded in 1853, the school is renowned for interdisciplinary research, strong ties to industry and an entrepreneurial ecosystem that supports hundreds of startups. Students encounter a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes hands-on projects, collaboration and the translation of research into practical solutions.

The campus offers state of the art laboratories, innovation hubs and close partnerships with industry leaders in robotics, AI, sustainable energy and biotechnology. International students join a diverse community and benefit from programs taught in English, extensive research opportunities and structured doctoral and masters pathways. EPFL s connections with Swiss industry create clear pipelines for internships, collaborative theses and employment after graduation.

Life at EPFL blends academic intensity with a supportive environment that includes career services, language support and student associations. Lausanne s location on Lake Geneva provides a high quality of life and plentiful outdoor activities while remaining central to European research networks. Applicants should highlight research interests, teamwork experience and readiness for an intensive, innovation driven academic setting.