Geosciences courses can help you learn about earth processes, mineralogy, sedimentology, and geophysical techniques. You can build skills in analyzing geological data, interpreting maps, and conducting field studies. Many courses introduce tools like Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for spatial analysis, remote sensing technologies for data collection, and software for modeling geological phenomena. These skills and tools are essential for understanding natural resources, environmental challenges, and the impacts of climate change.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Matplotlib, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Anomaly Detection, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Visualization Software, Data Collection, Data Manipulation, Application Programming Interface (API)
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Chemistry, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physical Science, Semiconductors
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, GIS Software, Global Positioning Systems, Land Development, 3D Modeling, Survey Creation, Systems Of Measurement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Institut Mines-Télécom
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Waste Minimization, Energy and Utilities, Pollution Prevention, Governance, Economics, Stakeholder Engagement, International Relations, Product Lifecycle Management, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Yonsei University
Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Database Management Systems, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, PostgreSQL, Network Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Pollution Prevention, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Oil and Gas, Sustainable Technologies, Environment, Socioeconomics, Environmental Science, Biological Engineering, Economics, Chemical Engineering
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Programs, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Life Sciences, Sustainable Systems, Physical Science, Water Quality, Research, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Engineering, Electrical Systems, Environmental Issue, Emerging Technologies, Physics, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Research, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Scientific Methods, Chemistry
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, General Science and Research, Environment, Spatial Analysis, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Case Western Reserve University
Skills you'll gain: Geostatistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Data Validation, Simulations, Histogram, Box Plots, Simulation and Simulation Software
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months