Climatology Courses and Certifications

Climatology

Explore Earth’s climate system through atmospheric circulation, precipitation, Köppen climate types, cyclones, and the Indian Monsoon.

• Swayam
• Available until Oct 31, 2026
• Free Online Course

IIT Hyderabad;  NPTEL

An Introduction to Climate Dynamics, Variability and Monitoring

An introduction to the physics governing climate variability and change, with foundations in ground-based, upper-air, and satellite measurement of climate variables.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Available until Oct 9, 2026
• Free Online Course

CEC;  University of Mysore

Physical Geography - Climatology and Oceanography

Explore how atmospheric processes and ocean circulation interact to shape global climate, from temperature, pressure, air masses, and storms to ocean basins, currents, and reefs.

• Swayam
• 10 weeks
• Available until Oct 31, 2026
• Free Online Course

Fundació Navegació Oceànica Barcelona;  University of Buckingham

Strategies for winning. Meteorology in a round the world regatta

145 ratings at Coursera

Learn maritime meteorology for ocean racing: weather engines, numerical forecast models, troughs and ridges, satellite data delivery, and Southern Ocean routing strategy in the Barcelona World Race.

• Coursera
• 6 weeks, 3 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Climatic Variables of the Atmosphere

Explore the impacts of global warming on extreme weather events and key atmospheric climatic variables as outlined in the IPCC 6th Assessment Report.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Atmospheric Circulation Systems - Basic Concepts

Understand the fundamental forces driving atmospheric circulation systems, including the crucial role of Coriolis force in global weather patterns.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Introduction to Climate Extremes: Definitions, Types, and Global Impact

Explore the definitions, types, and global impacts of climate extremes, understanding what they are and how they affect our planet.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Climate Science Basics - Weather vs. Climate

Understand the fundamental differences between weather and climate in this introductory exploration of climate science basics.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

农业气象学

关注农业气象，助力现代农业，助推乡村振兴。

• XuetangX
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Tout comprendre sur le climat et son réchauffement

Tout comprendre sur le climat et son réchauffement de manière simple et abordable.

• France Université Numerique
• 10 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Physical Geography-II (Climatology & Oceanography)

Explore how atmospheric processes and ocean circulation interact to shape climate, from temperature and pressure patterns to storms, currents, and ocean basins.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Online Course

Meteorology is fundamental for sailing safety and is the very essence of strategy for winning any regatta. It is also the science most directly linked to ocean sailing.

• Canvas Network
• 6 weeks
• No Longer Offered
• Free Online Course

География. Земля изнутри и снаружи

Изучение географической оболочки Земли: от литосферы до биосферы. Анализ закономерностей, взаимосвязей и глобальных проблем. Развитие навыков географического мышления и прогнозирования.

• Coursera
• 5 weeks
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course