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Ecology Courses

Ecology courses can help you learn about ecosystems, biodiversity, conservation strategies, and the impacts of climate change. You can build skills in data analysis, field research techniques, and environmental policy evaluation. Many courses introduce tools such as GIS software for mapping habitats, statistical programs for analyzing ecological data, and modeling software to simulate environmental changes.


Popular Ecology Courses and Certifications


  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Global Environmental Management

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Engineering, Stormwater Management, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Civil Engineering, Environmental Management Systems, Water Quality, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Thinking, Data Sharing, Data Modeling, Systems Design, Mathematical Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Biology, Environment, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    207 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Spatial Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Hydrology, Economics, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    741 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Climate Change Mitigation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Economics, Oil and Gas, Policy Analysis, Supply And Demand, Market Analysis, Public Policies, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Discovering the Basics of Wetlands

    Skills you'll gain: Hydrology, Water Resources, Water Quality, Environmental Science, Biology, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Microbiology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Arizona

    Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environment, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Microbiology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    525 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy, Environment Health And Safety, Pollution Prevention, Environment, Public Health, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Radiation Protection, Water Quality, Community Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    106 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Our Earth's Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Physical Science, Environmental Monitoring, Persuasive Communication, Hydrology, Mathematical Modeling, Model Evaluation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    818 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy, Governance, Environmental Monitoring, Case Studies, Socioeconomics, International Relations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    312 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Algae

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Design, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Environment and Resource Management, Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Process Engineering, Laboratory Testing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École normale supérieure

    Ecological and Energy Transitions in Southern Countries

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Environmental Science, Energy and Utilities, Governance, Environment, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Policy, Finance, Advocacy, Economics, Lobbying, Public Policies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    42 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Planet Earth...and You!

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Science, Geographic Information Systems, Oil and Gas, Sustainable Systems, Physical Science, Environment, Vibrations, Hazard Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    536 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ecology courses

  • Global Environmental Management: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker: Coursera
  • Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development: University of Geneva
  • Environmental Economics: University of Michigan
  • Discovering the Basics of Wetlands: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
  • Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Our Earth's Future: American Museum of Natural History
  • Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management: University of Cape Town
  • Introduction to Algae: University of California San Diego

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