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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


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    Duke University

    Medical Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Life Sciences, Electrophysiology, Cell Biology, Psychology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse

    4.9 stars, 3.1K reviews, Advanced, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (3.1K) · Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Algae Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Sustainable Development, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    4.8 stars, 627 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (627) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Software, Quantitative Research, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Simulation and Simulation Software, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, General Science and Research, Life Sciences, Network Analysis, Biology

    4.4 stars, 990 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (990) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Data Visualization for Genome Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Statistical Visualization, Bioinformatics, Plot (Graphics), Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, Design Elements And Principles, R Programming, Network Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking, Statistical Analysis

    4.8 stars, 25 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Women in environmental biology

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Science and Research

    4.5 stars, 139 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (139) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Evolution Today

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Human Development, Environment, Culture, Molecular Biology, Natural Resource Management

    4.6 stars, 170 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, Taxonomy, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Timelines, Research, Laboratory Experience

    4.8 stars, 70 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environment, Life Sciences, Taxonomy

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Pathology, Healthcare Ethics, Microbiology, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Diagnostic Tests, Neurology, Public Health, Biology, Case Studies, Patient Treatment, Preventative Care, Clinical Assessment, Pharmacotherapy

    4.7 stars, 745 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (745) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Fundamentos Bioquímicos de la Vida

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Physical Science, Endocrinology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Cancer Metastasis

    Skills you'll gain: Capillary, Hemodynamics, Drug Development, Oncology, Cell Biology, Biology, Pathology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology

    4.9 stars, 2.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Lactation Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Maternal Health, Postpartum Care, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Infant Care, Cell Biology, Immunology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Production Process, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Infection Control

    4.8 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Medical Neuroscience: Duke University
  • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
  • Systems Biology and Biotechnology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Data Visualization for Genome Biology: University of Toronto
  • Women in environmental biology: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Evolution Today: Universiteit Leiden
  • Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology: American Museum of Natural History
  • Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution: University of Alberta
  • Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases: Duke University
  • Fundamentos Bioquímicos de la Vida: Universitat Politècnica de València

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