Geology courses can help you learn about rock formation, plate tectonics, mineral identification, and the processes that shape the Earth’s surface. You can build skills in fieldwork techniques, data analysis, and interpreting geological maps. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software, remote sensing technologies, and rock sample analysis equipment, that support applying your knowledge in environmental assessments, natural resource exploration, and understanding geological hazards.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Hydrology, Timelines, Life Sciences, Biology
★ 4.8 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Architectural Design, Social Studies, Architecture and Construction, World History, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Scientific Methods, Simulation and Simulation Software
★ 4.5 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Timelines, Research
★ 4.9 (1.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Geographic Information Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Land Management, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Analysis, Epidemiology, Community Health, Spatial Data Analysis, Land Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Emergency Response, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Emergency Services, Business Development, Environment and Resource Management
★ 4.6 (96) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environmental Science, Physics, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Microbiology
★ 4.9 (526) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Chemistry
★ 4.7 (644) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Structural Analysis, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Manufacturing Processes, Physical Science, Schematic Diagrams, Mechanics
★ 4.6 (201) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Water Quality, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Chemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Simulation and Simulation Software
★ 4.8 (510) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Social Sciences, Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology
★ 4.3 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Environmental Monitoring, Engineering Practices, Safety Standards, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, International Financial Reporting Standards, Oil and Gas, Financial Accounting, Specialized Accounting, Fixed Asset, Technical Accounting, Asset Management, Capital Expenditure, Accounting, Cost Accounting, Cash Flows, Regulatory Requirements
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Hydraulics, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Mechanics, Structural Engineering, Hemodynamics, Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations
★ 4.8 (736) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months