CourseEstablished
Lichens & Lichenology
The biology, identification and ecology of lichens, including their use as indicators of air quality and environmental change.
Level
Course
Modules
6
Duration
2–3 months
Format
Live online
School
Fungal Science
What you will study
6 modules, one growing line of knowledge.
Hover or tap a module to follow the path from the first session to the final project.
At a glance
How the programme grows, phase by phase.
PHASE 1
Foundations
- The Lichen Symbiosis: Fungi, Algae and Cyanobacteria
- Growth Forms and Lichen Anatomy
PHASE 2
Practice
- Identification Techniques and Spot Tests
- Major Lichen Groups and Habitats
PHASE 3
Application & project
- Lichens as Bioindicators
- Recording, Collecting and Conserving Lichens
What you will be able to do
Lichens & Lichenology
By the end you will have worked through:
- The Lichen Symbiosis: Fungi, Algae and Cyanobacteria
- Growth Forms and Lichen Anatomy
- Identification Techniques and Spot Tests
- Major Lichen Groups and Habitats
- Lichens as Bioindicators
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FAQ
Questions about this programme
Do I need experience to study Lichens & Lichenology?
No previous experience is needed. The course starts from the foundations.
How is Lichens & Lichenology taught?
Live online, in 6 modules with a working professional, a small group and a final project.
What certificate do I get?
Fungaris issues a course certificate on completion. Accreditations are assessed according to the training completed and the local regulations of each country.
What can I study after Lichens & Lichenology?
The natural next step is Diploma in Applied Mycology.
How it is taught
Live, in a small group, with a real project.
i.A live professorMycologists, biologists, engineers and chefs who work in the field.
ii.A small groupQuestions in every session, and classmates from many countries.
iii.A real projectEach programme closes with applied work, reviewed by your professor.
iv.A certificateIssued by Fungaris on completion of the programme.
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Admissions & Fees
Join the next intake.
Pay in full with a 20% reduction, or reserve your place with 40% and pay the rest in monthly instalments.