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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to the Biology of Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Mammography, Molecular Biology, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Clinical Trials, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Radiation Therapy, Cell Biology, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Pathology, Epidemiology, Preventative Care, Biology, Risk Analysis, Surgery

    4.8 stars, 7.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (7.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rice University

    Human Anatomy & Physiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physiology, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Practices, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Lifelong Learning

    4.7 stars, 177 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (177) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Biology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Research, Life Sciences, Experimentation, Psychology, Molecular Biology, Environment, Physiology, Neurology, Cell Biology

    4.8 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Wetland Science & Management: Fundamentals to Conservation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Water Resource Management, Land Management, Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Water Quality, Climate Change Adaptation, Stormwater Management, Environmental Science, Adaptability, Biology, Research Reports, Environment, Geospatial Information and Technology, Technical Documentation, Environmental Regulations

    4.8 stars, 19 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of North Texas

    Contemporary Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Anatomy, Respiration, Environment, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, General Science and Research

    4.7 stars, 99 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (99) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Biology, Sustainable Development, Demography, Natural Resource Management, Estimation, Experimentation, Case Studies

    4.7 stars, 180 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (180) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • D

    Duke University

    Introductory Human Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Pulmonology, Respiration, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Nephrology, Hemodynamics, Biology, Vital Signs, Electrophysiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Blood Pressure, Cell Biology, Neurology

    4.8 stars, 5.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (5.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Biochemistry For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Physiology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biology, Bioinformatics, Endocrinology, Nutrition and Diet, Diagnostic Tests

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • D

    Duke University

    Introduction to Genetics and Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, Environment, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods

    4.8 stars, 1.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Stanford Online

    RNA Biology with Eterna

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biological Engineering, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Biology, Structural Analysis

    4.7 stars, 159 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Research, Biochemistry, General Science and Research, Microbiology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    4.8 stars, 2.7K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Anatomy, Microbiology, Scientific Methods

    4.9 stars, 91 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (91) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to the Biology of Cancer: Johns Hopkins University
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology I: Rice University
  • Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows: Tel Aviv University
  • Wetland Science & Management: Fundamentals to Conservation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Contemporary Biology: University of North Texas
  • Introduction to Biology: Ecology: Rice University
  • Introductory Human Physiology: Duke University
  • Biochemistry For Dummies: John Wiley & Sons
  • Introduction to Genetics and Evolution: Duke University
  • RNA Biology with Eterna: Stanford Online

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