UGC Open Online Courses on Arctic and Polar Studies Registration Open @swayam.gov.in, Courses to Commence on July 18

UGC’s Open Online Courses on Arctic and Polar Studies will commence on July 18 and will continue till October 31 having a duration of 15 weeks.

UGC Open Online Courses on Arctic and Polar Studies Registration Open @swayam.gov.in, Courses to Commence on July 18

New Delhi: The University Grant Commission (UGC) introduced two new Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) on Arctic and Polar Studies. Registration is open on the official website of SWAYAM @swayam.gov.in till August 31, 2024. The classes will commence on July 18, 2024 and will end on October 31, 2024.

Direct Link: UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Studies Registration

The courses will cover topics like “Understanding the Arctic - Climate and Environmental Protection” and “Polar Science, Arctic Governance, Policy and Law”. The total duration of each program is 15 weeks. There will be a final exam after the completion of these courses which is scheduled for December 14, 2024.

Already 66 students have enrolled for the Polar Science, Arctic Governance, Policy and Law while 108 students enrolled for Understanding the Arctic - Climate and the Need for Environmental Protection.

What are the Important Dates for the UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies Admission 2024?

The table below shows the ongoing & upcoming events related to the UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies Admission 2024:

Events	Dates
UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies Admission 2024 Registration Deadline	August 31, 2024
UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies Class Commencement 2024	July 18, 2024
UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies Class Ends	October 31, 2023
UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies Final Exam 2024	December 14, 2024

What are the Features of the UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies?

The features of these 2 open online courses by the UGC are as follows:

These are elective courses
Both the courses have a duration of 15 weeks.
The courses come under the multidisciplinary category.
Students will be given 4 credit points for each course.
The Understanding the Arctic - Climate and the Need for Environmental Protection course has a total of 15 assignments.
The Polar Science, Arctic Governance, Policy and Law course has 5 assignments.

How to Register for the UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies Admission 2024?

Candidates have to follow these steps to register for the UGC MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies admission registration:

Step 1: Visit the official website @swayam.gov.in before the deadline

Step 2: Click on the “sign in/register” option mentioned on the home page.

Step 3: Create a profile by entering the user name, password, email ID and verification code sent to the email ID.

Step 4: Fill in the registration form carefully. Students are advised to re-check all the details before final submission.

Step 5: Download the registration form and keep a printout for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. Who can enroll in the UGC’s new MOOCs on Arctic and Polar Bodies?

Ans. These Massive Open Online courses are open to all learners, including students, researchers, and anyone interested in learning about the Arctic and polar regions. There are no prerequisites for enrollment.

Ques. Is there a fee to enroll in the UGC’s new Open Online Courses on Arctic and Polar Bodies?

Ans. Both the courses are free to enroll. However, there might be a fee if you wish to obtain a certificate of completion which will be informed by the authority soon.

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