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.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Taxonomy, Production Process, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy
★ 4.7 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Timelines, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Physics
★ 4.7 (441) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Statistical Reporting, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Investigation, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies, Molecular Biology
★ 4.9 (531) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Healthcare Ethics, Education and Training, General Science and Research, Teaching, Life Sciences, Interactive Learning, Molecular Biology, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Intellectual Property, Medical Privacy, Biology, Environmental Issue
★ 4.6 (174) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Health Informatics, Biostatistics, Electronic Medical Record, Bioinformatics, Healthcare Ethics, General Medicine, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Psychiatry, Patient-centered Care, Drug Development, Diagnostic Tests, Life Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Drug Interaction
★ 4.8 (506) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Higher Education, Cooperation, Willingness To Learn, Biology, Collaboration, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Growth Mindedness, Self-Motivation, Resourcefulness
★ 4.5 (589) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Rochester
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry
★ 4.6 (500) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Innovation, Ideation, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Electronics, Analytical Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering
★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Records, Physiology, Cell Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Nutrition and Diet
★ 4.8 (370) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Nanjing University
Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Structures, Data Presentation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Scraping, Data Capture, Data Analysis, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Preprocessing, Data Visualization, UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Programming Principles
★ 4.1 (378) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Interpersonal Communications, Social Justice, Communication, Empathy, Philanthropy, Relationship Building, Social Impact, Liberal Arts, Community Organizing, Advocacy, Culture, Social Sciences, Community and Social Work, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Psychology, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.7 (430) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Human Development, Healthcare Ethics, Precision Medicine, Social Studies, Life Sciences, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Epidemiology
★ 4.8 (606) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months