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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


  • D

    Duke University

    Space Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Medicine, Physiology, Medical Devices, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Emergency Medicine, Hemodynamics, Preventative Care, Oxygen Therapy, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Health Care, Respiration, Environment, Physics, Psychosocial Assessments, Biology, Engineering

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Precision Medicine, Biochemistry, Brute-force attacks, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Python Programming

    ★ 4.6 (326) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    Lecturio

    Nursing Prerequisites: Essential Sciences for Future Nurses

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Pharmacology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Molecular Biology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Chemistry, Social Sciences, Biochemistry, Psychology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Sociology, Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Chemistry, Immunology, Behavior Management, Biology, Decision Making, Taxonomy

    ★ 4.5 (20) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Sustainable Tourism – promoting environmental public health

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sanitation, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Water Resource Management, Water Resources, Water Sustainability, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Business, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Management Systems, Waste Minimization, Pollution Prevention, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Environmental Regulations, Economic Development

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    MedCerts

    Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Pathology, Medical Records, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Physiology, Diagnostic Tests, Nutrition and Diet

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • Y

    Yale University

    Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Timelines, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Physics

    ★ 4.7 (441) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    The Science of Gastronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Sensory Systems Analysis, Biochemistry, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Thermal Management, Chemistry, Physiology, Psychology

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Case Studies in Personalized Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Health Informatics, Biostatistics, Electronic Medical Record, Bioinformatics, Healthcare Ethics, General Medicine, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Psychiatry, Patient-centered Care, Drug Development, Diagnostic Tests, Life Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Drug Interaction

    ★ 4.8 (507) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Cell Cultures, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biochemical Assays, Laboratory Research, Bioinformatics, Endocrinology, Molecular Biology, Biology

    ★ 4.6 (90) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Engineering Genetic Circuits: Design

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Process Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Systems Design, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Design Specifications, Cell Biology, Technical Design, Research Design, Biology, Computational Logic, Diagram Design, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, Technical Standard

    ★ 4.4 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of California San Diego

    Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Graph Theory, Infectious Diseases, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Software Development

    ★ 4.5 (355) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Human Development, Healthcare Ethics, Precision Medicine, Social Studies, Life Sciences, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biostatistics, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Research, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Epidemiology

    ★ 4.8 (608) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Space Medicine: Duke University
  • Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II): University of California San Diego
  • Nursing Prerequisites: Essential Sciences for Future Nurses: Lecturio
  • Sustainable Tourism – promoting environmental public health: University of Copenhagen
  • Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life: Yale University
  • The Science of Gastronomy: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Case Studies in Personalized Medicine: Vanderbilt University
  • Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Engineering Genetic Circuits: Design: University of Colorado Boulder

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