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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Oncology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Energy and Utilities, Healthcare Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    122 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy, Governance, Environmental Monitoring, Case Studies, Socioeconomics, International Relations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    312 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Northwestern University

    Introduction to Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Obstetrics And Gynecology, Anatomy, Family Planning, Endocrinology, Oncology, Physiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    550 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Ecosystems of California

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Laboratory Reports, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Monitoring, Data Collection, Environment, Scientific Methods, Land Management, Biology, Hydrology, Water Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Biology, Research, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Psychology, Molecular Biology, Environment, Physiology, Cell Biology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Introducción a la genética vegetal

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Biotechnology, Experimentation, Mathematical Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Data Management, Biostatistics, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, R Programming, Scientific Visualization, Data Preprocessing, Correlation Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Dimensionality Reduction, Computational Thinking, Markov Model, Algorithms

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Healthcare Ethics, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Diagnostic Tests, Bloodborne Pathogens, Laboratory Testing, Public Health, Immunology, Biology, Case Studies, Patient Treatment, Health Care, Clinical Assessment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    739 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Ancient History

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Seaweeds

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Biotechnology, Product Development, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Development, Cell Biology, Taxonomy, Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    77 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Taxonomy, Chemistry, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    644 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Synaptic Pharmacology and Function

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacotherapy, Neurology, Research, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management: University of Cape Town
  • Introduction to Reproduction: Northwestern University
  • Ecosystems of California: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows: Tel Aviv University
  • Introducción a la genética vegetal: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Introduction to Bioinformatics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases: Duke University
  • Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions: University of Cape Town
  • Introduction to Seaweeds: University of California San Diego

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