Volcanology Courses and Certifications

University of Canterbury

Volcanology field science and society

Explore the science of volcanoes with the University of Canterbury's 5-week course. Learn field skills, hazard mapping, and cultural perspectives using 360° videos and 3D landscapes.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Canterbury Microcredential

Field Volcanology and Hazards

Explore the science of volcanoes and learn to manage their hazards with this 10-week course from the University of Canterbury. Includes virtual field trips to New Zealand and Iceland.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• $158.00

University of Canterbury

Exploring Volcanoes and Their Hazards: Iceland and New Zealand

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Experience the science of volcanology whilst learning the skill set of a volcanologist on a virtual fieldtrip to volcanoes in Iceland and New Zealand.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Canterbury

Volcanic hazards

Explore volcanic hazards with the University of Canterbury in a 5-week course. Learn from experts, study real-life examples, and engage with interactive 360° videos and 3D landscapes.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

ScienceFusion The Dynamic Earth: Online Textbook Help

Improve your understanding of Earth's dynamics with this 10-hour online course. Learn about weathering, erosion, geologic change, dating methods, rock types, and more through engaging videos.

• Study.com
• 9 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Royal Holloway, University of London

Volcanoes and Volcanism - Learn with Professor Agust Gudmundsson

Dive into the world of volcanoes and volcanism with Professor Agust Gudmundsson from Royal Holloway, University of London. Learn about volcano monitoring, classification, and forecasting in under an hour.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Earth and Space Sciences X

Geology - Plate Tectonics

Explore the fundamentals of plate tectonics with Earth and Space Sciences X. Learn about continental drift, sea floor spreading, and boundary features in under an hour.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Sven Holbik

Volcanoes

Explore the nature of volcanic eruptions, types of volcanoes, and volcanic hazards in this short, engaging study by Sven Holbik. Less than 1 hour of material.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Canadian Volcanoes, Eh? Active Volcanoes on Canada’s Ring of Fire

Explore Canada's active volcanoes with Dr. Glyn Williams-Jones from Simon Fraser University in this less than 1-hour material by Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Earth and Space Sciences X

Hunga Ha'apai - Tonga Eruption and Tsunami: The Geology Behind the Headlines

Explore the geology behind the 2022 Hunga Ha'apai eruption and tsunami with Earth and Space Sciences X. In under an hour, learn from Professor Paul Day about the science behind this event.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Spahn's Science Lectures

Earth Science - Volcanoes

Explore the fascinating world of volcanoes with Spahn's Science Lectures. Understand eruption types, the role of gases, lava flows, and the effects of volcanic ash on climate in under an hour.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

AGU

Mount Fagradalsfjall Webinar

Explore the eruption of Mount Fagradalsfjall with AGU's webinar, featuring insights from volcanic, tectonic, and seismic experts. Learn about plate tectonics, gas composition, and more.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Royal Institution

How to Look Inside a Volcano - with Christopher Jackson

Explore the structure of volcanoes using 3D seismic imaging techniques in this short program by The Royal Institution. Learn from geologist Christopher Jackson about Earth's crust deformation.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Michel van Biezen

Astronomy - Venus

Explore Venus with Michel van Biezen in a 3-4 hour study, covering its basic properties, geographical features, volcanic activity, atmospheric conditions, and exploration history.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Granular and Fluid Instabilities in Explosive Volcanic Eruptions - Joe Dufek

Explore geophysical fluid flows with Kavli Institute's short program. Gain insights from field observations, lab experiments, and simulations on multiphase flows in geosciences.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course