Online Study: Marine Animal Anatomy, Behavior & Conservation
by Loop Abroad
Program Overview
During this 8-week course, students learn the role of marine animals in the ocean ecosystem and the critical issues facing their conservation, taught by a specialist veterinarian. This covers all marine life, including corals, invertebrates, bony fishes, sharks and rays, sea turtles, birds, and mammals.
The course discusses the unique challenges of sea turtle and marine mammal rescues. It consis...
During this 8-week course, students learn the role of marine animals in the ocean ecosystem and the critical issues facing their conservation, taught by a specialist veterinarian. This covers all marine life, including corals, invertebrates, bony fishes, sharks and rays, sea turtles, birds, and mammals.
The course discusses the unique challenges of sea turtle and marine mammal rescues. It consists of weekly online lecture recordings and assignments that students can complete at their own pace throughout the week, as well as live discussions twice a week. They also receive one-on-one mentorship from a marine veterinarian.
The tuition includes three credits and a transcript from Iowa Wesleyan University. Ideally, participants must have completed at least a semester of college-level biolo...
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- Fall
- Summer
- Animal Science
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
Updated May 8, 2026
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Locations
- Online
Fields & Subjects
- Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
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