Paleontology courses can help you learn fossil identification, geological mapping, evolutionary biology, and the history of life on Earth. You can build skills in data analysis, fieldwork techniques, and the use of scientific methods to interpret findings. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software for mapping fossil sites, 3D modeling for reconstructing ancient organisms, and lab equipment for analyzing samples, all of which enhance your understanding of past ecosystems and the processes that shaped them.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Social Studies, Economics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Terminology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Graph Theory, Taxonomy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Monitoring, Water Sustainability, Life Sciences, Sustainable Systems, Natural Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Physical Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Microbiology, Experimentation, Research
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
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Writing, Storytelling, Human Learning, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Community Outreach, Science and Research, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Liberal Arts, Visual Storytelling, Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Driving engagement, Music, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Anatomy, Research, Mechanics, Physiology, Anthropology, Biology, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Infographics, Image Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Kinesiology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Human Development, Exercise Science, Child Development, Childbirth, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Orthopedics, Culture, Biology, Pathology, Mechanics, 3D Modeling, Ancient History
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Medical Imaging, Pathology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, General Surgery, General Medicine, Physiology, Clinical Assessment, Surgery, Visualization (Computer Graphics)
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Child Development, Music, Decision Making, Liberal Arts, Life Sciences, Education and Training, Psychology, Performing Arts, Medical Science and Research, Pedagogy, Business Research, Business Economics, Clinical Trials, Instructional and Curriculum Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Research, Science and Research, Creativity, Research Methodologies, Scientific Methods, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Team Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months