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Earth Sciences Courses

Earth Sciences courses can help you learn about geological processes, climate systems, oceanography, and atmospheric dynamics. You can build skills in data analysis, fieldwork techniques, and environmental impact assessments. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software for mapping, remote sensing technologies for data collection, and modeling software to simulate environmental changes.


Popular Earth Sciences Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Ancient History, Peer Review, Laboratory Testing, Timelines, World History

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Our Earth's Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7
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    École Polytechnique

    Seismology to Earthquake Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Hazard Analysis, Mechanics, Physical Science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation, Laboratory Testing

    4.2
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    38 reviews

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    University of California, Irvine

    Academic English: Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Peer Review, Editing, Writing, Proofreading, Organizational Skills, Research, Report Writing, Research Methodologies, Critical Thinking, English Language, Writing and Editing, Style Guides

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Global Energy Business

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Oil and Gas, Strategic Thinking, Global Marketing, Business Analysis, Business Economics, Supply And Demand, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Analytics, Economics, Political Sciences, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Emerging Technologies

    4.6
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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Sustentabilidad: los desafíos desde Latinoamérica

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment, Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Climate Change Mitigation, Economic Development

    4.9
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    112 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Arizona

    Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environment, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Microbiology

    4.9
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    University of Amsterdam

    Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Research, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Research Reports, Science and Research, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, R Programming

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    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
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Harder Side of Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Human Learning, Motivational Interviewing, Education and Training, Teaching, Scientific Methods, Communication Strategies, Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Instructional Design, Critical Thinking, Communication, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Psychology

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Microeconomics Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Behavioral Economics, Policy Analysis, Business Operations, Price Negotiation, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Strategy, Public Policies, Competitive Analysis, Resource Allocation, Decision Making, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Environmental Issue

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Research, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular earth sciences courses

  • Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Our Earth's Future: American Museum of Natural History
  • Seismology to Earthquake Engineering: École Polytechnique
  • Academic English: Writing: University of California, Irvine
  • Fundamentals of Global Energy Business: University of Colorado System
  • Sustentabilidad: los desafíos desde Latinoamérica: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
  • Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences: University of Amsterdam
  • Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life: University of Copenhagen
  • The Harder Side of Science Communication : University of Colorado Boulder

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