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Natural Sciences Courses

Natural sciences courses can help you learn about biological systems, chemical reactions, physical laws, and ecological principles. You can build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and critical thinking while exploring topics like genetics, thermodynamics, and environmental science. Many courses introduce tools such as laboratory equipment, statistical software, and simulation models, that support conducting experiments and analyzing scientific data.

Popular Natural Sciences Courses and Certifications


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    Universidad Austral

    Conceptos base para el estudio del medio ambiente

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Data Literacy, Environmental Monitoring, Environment, Data Analysis, Sustainable Development, Life Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Descriptive Statistics, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Softer Side of Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Storytelling, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Driving engagement, Rapport Building, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Sensitivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychology, Vulnerability

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Modes of Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Writing, Storytelling, Human Learning, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Community Outreach, Science and Research, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Liberal Arts, Visual Storytelling, Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Driving engagement, Music, Psychology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Big Stuff: Evolution and Ecology

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

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    Universidad Austral

    Ciencias naturales en el nivel medio: del fenómeno a la idea

    Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Oral Expression, Teaching, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Instructional Strategies, Research, Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Experimentation, Discussion Facilitation, Social Impact, Graphing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Journals, Scientific Methods, Research Reports, Research, Proofreading, Research Methodologies, Editing, Document Management, Style Guides, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Arizona

    Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Programs, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Biology, Environmental Monitoring, Water Sustainability, Life Sciences, Sustainable Systems, Climate Change Adaptation, Experimentation, Research, Data Collection

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Physics Fundamentals: Electromagnetics

    Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Integral Calculus

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación de peligros y riesgos por fenómenos naturales

    Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Hazard Analysis, Vulnerability, Risk Control, Emergency Response, Hydrology, Case Studies, Community and Social Work, Research, Physical Science, Social Sciences

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Pets, Politics and Pandemics

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Systems Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Education and Training, Scientific Methods

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Utrecht University

    The exposome: cracking the science about what makes us sick

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Environmental Monitoring, Medical Science and Research, Social Determinants Of Health, Preventative Care, Biostatistics, Statistical Methods, Physiology, Public Health, Environmental Science, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Cardiology, Laboratory Research, Research Design, Biochemistry, Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Conceptos base para el estudio del medio ambiente: Universidad Austral
  • Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19: American Museum of Natural History
  • The Softer Side of Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Modes of Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Big Stuff: Evolution and Ecology: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ciencias naturales en el nivel medio: del fenómeno a la idea: Universidad Austral
  • How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper (Project-Centered Course): École Polytechnique
  • Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet: University of Arizona
  • Physics Fundamentals: Electromagnetics: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Evaluación de peligros y riesgos por fenómenos naturales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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