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Marine Biology Courses

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.


Popular Marine Biology Courses and Certifications


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    University of Cambridge

    Forensic Science: DNA Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Investigation, Laboratory Testing, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Specimen Collection, Scientific Methods, Medical Science and Research, General Science and Research, Data Collection, Case Studies, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Frozen in the Ice: Exploring the Arctic

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Cultural Sensitivity, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Monitoring, International Relations, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Science, Biology, Political Sciences, Physics, Research, Data Collection, Chemistry

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    University of Cambridge

    The neuropsychology of decision making

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Neurology, Child Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, Research

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    University of Leeds

    Transmitting and Fighting Infectious Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Infection Control, Preventative Care, Bloodborne Pathogens, Pathology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Pharmacology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Physiology, Pharmaceuticals

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    Carnegie Mellon University

    Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Materials science, Chemistry, Physics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Biology

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    University of Michigan

    AIDS: Fear and Hope

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Diagnostic Tests, Bloodborne Pathogens, Health Disparities, Chronic Diseases, Preventative Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Policy, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Community Health, Advocacy

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    生命科学发展史

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Physiology, Immunology, Taxonomy, Human Development, European History, Ancient History, Cell Biology, Scientific Methods

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana

    Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Mental Health, Psychiatry, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Health Care, Human Development, Biology, Anthropology, Neurology, Physiology

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    Dartmouth College

    Free Will and Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Mindfulness, Physiology, Human Learning, Biology, Psychology, Experimentation

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Arctic Meltdown

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Environment, Governance, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Environmental Monitoring, Physical Science, International Relations, Environmental Policy, Socioeconomics, Natural Resource Management, Hydrology, Economics, Mathematical Modeling, Cultural Diversity, Geographic Information Systems, Transportation Operations, Social Studies, Strategic Thinking

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    Imperial College London

    How Vaccines Work

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Drug Development, Climate Change Programs, Health Disparities, Clinical Trials, New Product Development, Manufacturing Processes

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Dairy Nutrition for Udder Success

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Maternal Health, Machine Learning, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Diagnostic Tests, Food and Beverage, Health Systems, Operating Cost, Market Dynamics, Water Resources, Food Safety and Sanitation, Manufacturing and Production, Behavioral Economics, Business Economics, Environment, Molecular Biology, Production Management, Consumer Behaviour, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular marine biology courses

  • Forensic Science: DNA Analysis: University of Cambridge
  • Frozen in the Ice: Exploring the Arctic: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The neuropsychology of decision making: University of Cambridge
  • Transmitting and Fighting Infectious Diseases: University of Leeds
  • Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines: Carnegie Mellon University
  • AIDS: Fear and Hope: University of Michigan
  • 生命科学发展史: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Free Will and Neuroscience: Dartmouth College
  • Arctic Meltdown: University of Colorado Boulder

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