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Marine Biology Courses

Marine biology courses can help you learn about marine ecosystems, species identification, oceanography, and conservation strategies. You can build skills in field research techniques, data collection, and species monitoring. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software for mapping habitats, underwater drones for exploration, and laboratory equipment for analyzing water quality, all essential for conducting research and contributing to marine conservation efforts.

Popular Marine Biology Courses and Certifications


  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Social Sciences, Environment, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology

    ★ 4.3 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Empowering Women's Wellness: Holistic Movement and Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Rehabilitation, Patient Evaluation, Physical Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Stress Management, Treatment Planning, Pain Management, Manual Therapy, Health Promotion, Occupational Health, Health Care, Occupational Therapy, Human Relations Movement, Anatomy, Emotional Intelligence, Respiratory Therapy, Group Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Biology

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Capstone Project: Advanced AI for Drug Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Bioinformatics, Model Training, Dimensionality Reduction, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Analytics, Pandas (Python Package), Drug Development, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Data Manipulation, Medical Science and Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Scientific Visualization, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning

    ★ 2.4 (28) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Health Policy, Research, Biology, Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies

    ★ 4.7 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Managing Wetlands: Conservation & Restoration

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Water Resource Management, Land Management, Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Environmental Resource Management, Hydrology, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Adaptability, Biology

    ★ 5 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Discrete-Time Markov Chains and Monte Carlo Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    ★ 4.3 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    The University of Tokyo

    Visual and Auditory Perception: How We See and Hear

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Electrophysiology, Medical Imaging, Psychology, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Biomedical Engineering, Digital Signal Processing, Cell Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • P

    Peking University

    遗传学实验

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Molecular Biology, Research Design, Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Equipment, Specimen Preparation, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Verification And Validation

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    The Science of Eating Well for Fitness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Dietetics, Nutrition Education, Exercise Science, Nutrition Care Plans, Clinical Nutrition, Culture, Biology, Critical Thinking, Health Assessment, Physiology, Biochemistry, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Education, Health Care, Athletic Training, Coaching, Mental and Behavioral Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Data Collection, Biochemical Assays, Data Processing, Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis, Research Methodologies, Research Design

    ★ 3.5 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Climate change education

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Programs, Water Resources, Environment, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Water Sustainability, Land Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Health Disparities, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Environment Health And Safety, Biology, Teaching

    ★ 4.8 (22) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Rutgers MBS: Introduction to Personal Care Science

    Skills you'll gain: Production Process, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Product Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Personal Care, Product Development, Good Manufacturing Practices, Laboratory Testing, Regulatory Requirements, Materials science, Workforce Development, New Product Development, Clinical Trials, Quality Control, Product Planning, Entrepreneurship

    ★ 4.6 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular marine biology courses

  • Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science: Rice University
  • Empowering Women's Wellness: Holistic Movement and Mobility: Niel Asher Education
  • Capstone Project: Advanced AI for Drug Discovery: LearnQuest
  • Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans: University of Michigan
  • Managing Wetlands: Conservation & Restoration: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Discrete-Time Markov Chains and Monte Carlo Methods: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Visual and Auditory Perception: How We See and Hear: The University of Tokyo
  • 遗传学实验: Peking University
  • The Science of Eating Well for Fitness: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

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