Online Social Science Courses & Certifications

The course Reading Religious Conversion, served by edx aims to make us learn about the functions of religious communities. In this course, we will go through each section every week, starting from an introduction to the world of conversion. Women 's conversion, conversions between religions, what are the myths associated with conversions.

 All these will be covered under a time period of 12 weeks, where each pursuer needs to dedicate their 4-8 hours of every week to advance efficiently and quickly. You can also cap the timings according to your will and flexible time. Any graduate-level student or professional who has a clear knowledge and understanding of historical events can opt-in for this course. And after successful completion of the course, every student will receive an official certificate which will help to increase your job prospects. Certificates provided to the candidates will be signed by the instructors and there will be a logo of the institution.

This course in Developmental psychology: A Journey of Growth Within Relationships training by edX takes you on a journey into children’s social, emotional, and cognitive experiences. You will learn about the developmental processes and the impact relationships have on children during early childhood. Moreover, you will discover how infanthood relationships continue to affect our intimate relationships, our work styles, and our parenting styles, and shape our personalities as adults.

Developmental psychology is one of the core academic courses, which can be found in the first and second-year curriculums of many different study fields. It is also recognised as a professional development course by the Ministry of Education. That’s why Development Psychology training is recommended to the public and anyone interested in issues, processes, and dilemmas associated with child development and parenting.

This Development Psychology: A Journey of Growth Within Relationships certification course runs for 12 weeks and is offered by IsraelX. Being an instructor-led, scheduled course on social sciences, you will have to negotiate the course modules at a given timeline. Once you’ve completed the programme, you can also purchase the certificate and attest your knowledge with an official document by paying the prescribed fee. However, you can also audit the course without paying a single penny for a limited period. 

Ancient Greek philosophy has influenced western culture and thinking to a vast extent. Its philosophers have left a wealth of historical information for the present and future generations to learn and decipher. Moreover,  one can also use ancient philosophy to gain insight into modern society and its struggles.

Thus, the Ancient Greek and Medieval Philosophy by Swayam will help you gain an in-depth knowledge of Greek philosophy and its history. The comprehensive curriculum will take you on a journey through different schools of thought and some of Philosophy’s dominant figures. You will also learn about ancient philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle and their significant contributions.

Additionally, the Ancient Greek and Medieval Philosophy online course will run for 12 weeks to help you learn numerous complex topics and fascinating theories. Dr Babu M N and the Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady will be presenting this programme. Upon completing the course, you can attain Swayam’s Ancient Greek and Medieval Philosophy certification by fulfilling the required eligibility.

Agriculture as activity started 10,000 to 12,000 years ago when humans began to domesticate animals and grow plants for their subsistence. Before this, they were hunters and gatherers. Agriculture appeared simultaneously across the world through trial and error methods. Learn about the history of agriculture in Agricultural Geography Training.

The course on Agricultural Geography by Swayam provides the fundamental knowledge on various types of agricultural practices like horticulture, subsistence, specialised, commercial farming, etc. candidates will also undergo training and appear for various assessments throughout the course duration to test their knowledge.

The Agricultural Geography Certification Syllabus traces the history of agriculture from the Neolithic period to the present-day scenario. You will cover topics like the secondary, primary, tertiary, and quaternary activities conducted by man with a keen emphasis on agricultural marketing and statistics in India. Candidates will also learn about geographical tools used in developed nations like GIS, GPS and remote sensing.

The Home Science – Extension and Communication Management Level – 2 by Swayam is an interdisciplinary course whose aim is to develop human and non-human resources for the development of society and its components. The two aspects of this course are- Communication and Extension. This course exposes the candidates to main national human development programs and it especially helps women and children. The course works towards enhancing individual qualities towards professional goals.

The course is verified by The English and Foreign Languages University (Host University). The course will have two parts- theoretical and practical. The course will be guided by Ms. S.L. Kameswari. The course provides references and books for better knowledge of communication management.

The Home Science – Extension and Communication Management Level – 2 certification is government-approved. It is verified by The English and Foreign Languages University (Host University). The certification is designed to help candidates reach their destined careers. Professional and personal enhancement is ensured in this course. The certification is easily shareable on all platforms.

As explained by the faculty at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, An Introduction to Microeconomics online course is 12-week learning in microeconomics. It assesses economic theories of individuals as enterprises and their contribution to a country’s economic landscape.

An Introduction to Microeconomics certification syllabus includes a comprehensive study of humanities and social sciences. Topics generally discussed involve core economics subjects such as market environments, price discrimination, cost functions, isoquants, and comparative statistics. The lecturers give online and book references for students to read and learn with the curriculum.

Set at a postgraduate level of study, Prof. Vimal Kumar teaches An Introduction to Microeconomics certification course. He is currently an Associate Professor at IIT Kanpur and comes from a sound professional and academic background. Students can opt for an e-certificate by paying a nominal fee and appearing for a proctored test.

The Environmental Remediation of Contaminated Sites online course is an environmental engineering programme, developed by IIT Roorkee and University of Rhode Island. Aspirants with a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Sciences can take up this curriculum. Assistant professor Bhanu Prakash Vellanki from IIT Roorkee along with Prof. Thomas Boving from University of Rhode Island will instructs the course, through numerous interactive learning sessions and written assignments.

The Environmental Remediation of Contaminated Sites certification syllabus splits into four learning modules. It further divides into subtopics covered over 12 weeks. These include remediation processes, law, regulations, groundwater, solidification, and more. A prior understanding of biology, chemistry, and physics is crucial to enroll in this training. Moreover, the course supports industrial learning through Degremont, Nalco Water, Thermax, and Veolia Water, and other companies.

The Environmental Remediation of Contaminated Sites certification is an AICTE approved FDP (Faculty Development Programme). Students can also avail of a certificate if they opt for it. They will have to pay a nominal fee and meet the criteria mentioned for the certificate. This certificate will be verifiable on NPTEL’s website.

The 12-week Energy Resources, Economics, and Environment program is suitable for undergraduate or postgraduate students in Energy Systems Engineering. This is a multidisciplinary elective course in the humanities and social sciences category, where candidates will familiarise themselves with the necessary skills to undertake macro-decision-making for society. While the training features IIT Bombay’s faculty members, it also entails several trained teaching assistants.

Following the course structure at IIT Bombay, the Energy Resources, Economics, and Environment training have a systematized syllabus that teaches about vital tools needed for economic analysis. Candidates will also learn about measuring the impact of energy systems. Instructors teach this by reviewing available energy resources and learning how to quantify their scarcity and depletion.

The Energy Resources, Economics and Environment online course discusses basic economic concepts and how to apply them to energy systems. Candidates will learn about the tools and procedures for project economics related to large-scale decisions. The course wraps up with fundamental concepts of environmental and welfare economics required to analyze energy systems and their environmental effects.

The Feminism: Concepts and Theories programme is a 12-week-long online course designed to explain notions related to feminism. During this course, you will examine the growth, journey and entire history of the feminist movement. You will develop a vision to look at the ‘emotion’ that is characterised as a one-dimensional movement. 

The Feminism: Concepts and Theories training by IIT Madras aims to explore the feminist theory through written works, ethnography and case studies. This programme will also describe how gender works as a strong force in the world. Development of feminism through the years will be discussed in great detail.

The last four weeks of the Feminism: Concepts and Theories certification course will include lectures from various experts. These people belong to multiple areas of expertise such as writing, filmmaking, painting, and individuals who deal with questions of gender in many ways. This e-learning course is brought to you by the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras.

The Intellectual Property by Swayam program on Intellectual Property is a substantive course formulated for students across a diverse field. The online certification program will be providing a brief overview of the “intellectual property” landscape in the Indian subcontinent. The Intellectual Property training will also make the applicants aware of the role of intellectual property in the modern intangible economy. 

The Intellectual Property certification can be offered as a generic elective subject under the Choices that are being provided under the based credit system in affiliated colleges and universities as suggested by UGC. The  Intellectual Property certification syllabus will be covered over a period of twelve weeks. 

The topics that will be covered are- Trademark, Government's role in fostering IP, Enforcement of IP—protecting your rights and other topics related directly or indirectly to intellectual property rights. Hence after completing the Intellectual Property online course the students will learn to formulate and strategies policies to deal with the issues pertaining to intellectual properties.

The Globalization: Theoretical Perspectives certification course offers the candidates learning on different social theories on globalization. The course provides extensive learning to illustrate the engagement with the process of globalization and the subsequent outcomes. All the theories have been well explained by using certain examples.

The course also includes assignments, quizzes, discussion forums, and studies for students to have a better learning course. The candidates will also learn about the examples and how it varies across different globalization. Certain specific themes have been covered in the course for finding out the engagement in the Indian society.

The Globalization: Theoretical Perspectives online course also has a certificate, which is awarded if the candidates take the end term exam. The end-term exam involves all the learning in every module. This course also prepares the participants for future industry exposure. The candidates will also learn about the different levels of globalization and how we categorize them. 

The Introduction to Cultural Studies online course deals with culture by drawing on psychology, political theory, and various other disciplines. From defining culture to looking at culture through different lenses, the program approaches cultural identities as socially constructed categories. This course also investigates culture from the perspective of identity, authority, and knowledge. 

The Introduction to Cultural Studies certification syllabus includes essential terms and concepts like Homi Baba'sThe other question’, George Orwell'sShooting an elephant’, Bell Hooks ‘Understanding patriarchy’, Judith Butler'sGender Trouble’ and much more. Students also receive rich downloadable materials and a list of books to use as references for further studies.  

Taught by Dr. Avishek Parui, from IIT Madras, the Introduction to Cultural Studies online course is engaging and helps candidates develop a holistic perspective to the concept of culture. The online program also gives regular assignments to help students improve and evaluate their progress.

The objective of econometrics is to measure economic relations. Therefore, the Introduction to Econometrics certification course by Swayam aims to use financial data, mathematical models, and statistical tools to bring empirical evidence to various economic theories. The course is equipped with theory concepts as well as practical training, allowing candidates to apply and practice problems and solutions. 

The Introduction to Econometrics certification syllabus covers numerous technical concepts like classic linear regression model, multiple linear regression model, application of F statistics, dummy variable models, qualitative response models, and the like. The course deals not only in economics but also in social science and pure science. 

Besides, the Introduction to Econometrics online course is taught by eminent Prof. Sabuj Kumar Mandal from the prestigious IIT Madras. This 12-week, AICTE approved course helps students get a broad overview of econometrics, data analysis, humanities, and social sciences and prepares them to explore the field further.

Swayam’s Introduction to World Literature online course introduces its candidates to the vast world of writings, produced in various languages, cultural contexts, and nations. While the program doesn’t claim to cover all time periods and every single one of their literary traditions, it does aim to familiarise learners with the English Language’s representative texts, available today. This short, 12-week training belongs to the English Studies’ and ‘Humanities and Social Sciences’ categories, set at the postgraduate level. 

An elective program, the Introduction to World Literature certification syllabus covers numerous vital learnings. These include classics such as Don Quixote, Beowulf, Indian literature from the likes of Tagore, Kamala Das, short stories, American literature like Toni Morrison, Alice Walker’s Everyday Use, critical theory, women writers, contemporary authors, and more. What’s more, IIT Madras’s renowned educator, Professor Merin Simi Raj, teaches this in-depth curriculum. 

Furthermore, the Introduction to World Literature program also furnishes course-end certificates to interested learners who sit for Swayam’s proctored exams. Upon clearing all the certification criteria and clearing the assessment, students can earn themselves an e-verifiable certificate to display their acquired knowledge in this subject.

Literary criticism is the analysis, study and interpretation of a literary text or school of thought. It is a medium for the critic to explain and defend her judgement and evaluation of a text and provide the readers with some relevant biographical and historical information. This enriches the reader’s understanding of a literary work and helps them appreciate it more. Literary Criticism (From Plato to Leavis) by Swayam is an attempt to provide students with an understanding of the subject by analysing some significant texts.

The Literary Criticism online course is an AICTE approved Faculty Development Programme (FDP). The training is designed by the accomplished faculty of IIT Madras. The course curriculum will take you on a journey through different literary works that have been studied and analysed for decades for their brilliance and relevance.

In addition, the Literary Criticism certification by Swayam includes a digital certificate verified by NPTEL at the end of the course for those who qualify for the certification exam. Candidates can verify their certification online.  The programme belongs to the English literature studies domain.

The Literature, Culture, and Media certification by Swayam is a part of the NPTEL scheme that provides free learning programmes for interested individuals. This course's curriculum aims to introduce participants to the intersections of literature, culture, and media through an interdisciplinary framework. Literature, culture, and media are responsible for generating new ideas and perspectives in the consumers and play a massive role in determining identities.

The Literature, Culture, and Media certification syllabus will touch upon and highlight some of the new forms of media that have reinvented and transformed the literary forms. Theoretical approaches and literary criticisms such as Marxism, Feminism, and Deconstruction will further explain some of the literary phenomenon and cultural aspects of popular culture.

Additionally, the Literature, Culture, and Media certification course by Swayam is suitable for all individuals interested in learning about the subject. No prior knowledge is required for enrollment. Further, the 12-week learning course falls under the Humanities and Social Science category.

Modern Indian political thought is an intriguing topic of academic discussions and arguments. The Introduction to Modern Indian Political Thought program by SWAYAM is a 12-week-long course that aims to teach the concepts related to Indian politics and its society as a whole. Learners will analyze numerous opinions and sets of intellectual conventions in modern India that continue to resonate in our contemporary politics.

The Introduction to Modern Indian Political Thought certification course is crafted by the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati. It acquaints the students to some of the most influential Indian thinkers. Also, candidates will understand how their ideas and vision helped define the political and social landscape of modern India, with the help of Professor Mithilesh Kumar Jha.

The Introduction to Modern Indian Political Thought training also discusses some of today’s political challenges, including democracy, nationalism, caste, secularism, and cosmopolitanism. This elective course also provides an e-certificate when candidates undertake SWAYAM’s test and fulfill the specific eligibility criteria.

The Introduction to Political Ideologies: Contexts, Ideas, and Practices online course is designed to teach how political membership, human action, ideas of state, and human nature are rooted in political events and activities. The esteemed Indian Institute of Technology, Madras has put together this program. It is also an FDP course approved by the AICTE.

The Introduction to Political Ideologies certification course also enables learners to form reasoned judgments about political incidents and events. A wide range of ideas and contexts will be discussed throughout the course. These include Marxism, Fascism, Ecologism, Liberalism, Nationalism, and more.

The Introduction to Political Ideologies: Contexts, Ideas, and Practices program by SWAYAM is a 12-week-long online course that delivers knowledge through theories and practical examples. The students will deeply understand the political ideologies in the light of recent or current events like social developments, court rulings, or significant policies. The training is provided at the postgraduate/undergraduate study level.

The Introduction to Political Theory by SWAYAM is spread across 12-weeks of learning. Learners will understand the concepts behind politics through theories and environmental studies. They will be able to comprehend the political ideologies that support society and are empowered to voice their independent opinions on democracy and politics.

Set at an undergraduate level of study, the Introduction to Political Theory certification syllabus explores concepts of equality, justice, liberty, and freedom in a country. Once students complete the learning module for the week, they can progress to the next topic. Students will receive book references to go through when in doubt.

Developed by IIT Guwahati, this introductory course is open for all students involved in engineering, social sciences, and humanities subjects. Professor Mithilesh Kumar instructs online training. Candidates can avail themselves of the Introduction to Political Theory certification by fulfilling the criteria mentioned for the course. Post-completion, the e-certificate will be sent to the candidate’s registered email address.

The Modern Indian Writing In Translation online course belongs to the Department of Humanities and Social sciences and is suitable for undergraduates as well as postgraduate students. The programme covers the information regarding Indian literature, its history, works in different regional languages, modern aspects of Indian literature, etc. Candidates who pursue this course will get to know about modernism, literary traditions, regionalism, and many more relevant topics. The course is offered by IIT, Madras.

Candidates will be provided with reference for external reading and study material by the platform. Participants can appear for the Modern Indian Writing In Translation certification exam if they seek to achieve a certificate upon the completion of the programme. The exam will be conducted in offline mode by the creator of the course and students will have to register themselves for the same by paying the exam fees. Candidates are free to go for a detailed learning experience and take as much time as required to sufficiently complete the Modern Indian Writing In Translation certification syllabus. The course does not require any specific timetable and is a self-paced course. The online programme includes case studies, tests, assignments, discussions, and activities for students to get a better understanding of the topics.

The International Trade - Theory and Empirics certification course provide a theoretical and analytical framework to understand recent policy changes and trade strategies. The programme goes over a lot of empirical evidence, along with topics like the pure theory of trade, gains from trade, and the basis of trade. Various advanced-level ideas on trade barriers and strategies are also incorporated.

Moreover, the International Trade - Theory and Empirics programme syllabus discusses various aspects of trade protectionism in the context of the tariff, quota, and subsidies. The latest non-tariff measures such as SPSs and TBTs are also glossed over. AICTE has approved this programme as an FDP (Faculty Development Programme) course.

The International Trade - Theory and Empirics online training are instructed by Prof. Pratap C. Mohanty, who hails from the esteemed IIT Roorkee. He curates and teaches all the video lectures provided. Lastly, upon completion, you can earn an e-certificate from Swayam, provided that you have submitted all the assignments diligently and cleared the final exam.

As a noble initiative by the Government of India to achieve access, quality, and equity in education policy, Swayam has brought the Twentieth-Century Fiction programme as an engaging and comprehensive course for English and Cultural Studies graduates and postgraduates. Throughout the course, learners will experience the best teaching-learning resources; even the less privileged can avail themselves online learning from top IIT Madras faculty in their own comfortable spaces.

Twentieth-Century Fiction certification syllabus has been distributed over twelve weeks where learners can learn at their pace and examine along with the faculty the interplay between imperialism, embodiment, identity, and other related issues and nineteenth-century and twentieth-century fiction, wherein they will read stories, poems, and more. A calculated and thorough study of selected literary texts and their corresponding cultural contexts will help learners draw a vivid picture whilst exhaustive learning of fiction, representation, and reality.

The course is highly interactive and falls ideal for Humanities and Social Sciences students as well. Moreover, as per the UGC (Credit Framework for online learning courses through SWAYAM) Regulation 2016, certain universities might even designate the course as one from which credits can be transferred to the academic record of students.

Structured as a core course The Nineteenth-Century English Novel training will be providing comprehensive knowledge about nineteenth-century novel-writing techniques. The Nineteenth-Century English Novel certification syllabus will be introducing the registered student to the features of novel-writing in nineteenth-century Britain. 

The Nineteenth-Century English Novel certification benefits the students by providing the students with a close study of the significant novels namely- Charles Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities, Jane Austen’s Persuasion, and R.L.Stevenson A Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyd. Students after completing the online course on The Nineteenth-Century English Novel by Swayam the applicants will be able to understand the nature of the plots that are being used and they will also be learning about the complexities that very involved with respect to the relation in the cultural and social impulses of the nineteenth century period.

The Philosophy of Gandhi Certification Course is a massive open online course focusing on the great philosophical ideas of the father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi. The course attempts to provide a detailed glimpse into Gandhi's philosophies and unique ways of living.

The Philosophy of Gandhi course offered by Swayam is a 4 credit course coordinated by Prof. Anurag Joshi of the Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. The course is taught at the postgraduate level through interesting and informative videos by experts in the field.

The Philosophy of Gandhi Online Course covers vital aspects regarding the faith and ideology of Gandhi in various spheres of life. It discusses Gandhi's view of religion, human life, and modern civilization. The course will help students who are basing their career in  Humanities and Social Sciences and Political Science.

Gandhi's Social Thought Course is a massive open online course that discusses Mahatma Gandhi's critical viewpoints on tradition, modernity, and the development of humans in general. The course showcases Gandhi's views on social change and social empowerment that have great potential to transform the world.

Gandhi's Social Thought Certification Course is a 4 credit course taught over 12 weeks and coordinated by By Dr. Rukshana Zaman of the Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. The course is taught at the postgraduate level by experts who deliver content through informative video lectures.

Gandhi's Social Thought Online Course is a course offered by Swayam that discusses various dimensions of Gandhi's thoughts on language, education, nature, and environment. It attempts to gain valuable insights to students pursuing their studies in the field of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Gandhi's Political Thought course is a 4 credit course providing learners with relevant information about Gandhi's thoughts on citizenship, democracy, and nationalism. The course will allow students to widen their thoughts on the political atmosphere of the country and critically analyze its related areas.

Gandhi's Political Thought Certification course is taught for a duration of 12 weeks and coordinated by distinguished Prof. Anurag Joshi of the Indira Gandhi National Open University. The course will provide a detailed overview of Gandhi's political ideologies and their significance in today's world.

Gandhi's Political Thought Online Course is a 4 credit course offered by Swayam for students at the post-graduate level. The course is taught through expert video lectures that throw light on Gandhi's political views on liberty, equality, and socialism that can be of utmost importance to students interested in the field of humanities and sociology.

The Introduction to Peace and Conflict Resolution Course is a massive open online course that relates to the Certificate Programme in Gandhi and Peace Studies. The course deals with topics such as the notion of peace, different levels of conflicts, and the most effective ways to approach conflict resolution.

The Introduction to Peace and Conflict Resolution Certification Course offered by Swayam attempts to introduce Mahatma Gandhi's approach towards peace and social justice. The course will help students pursuing their studies in the field of Humanities and Social Sciences to grasp Gandhian ideology surrounding non-violence and dispute resolution.

The Introduction to Peace and Conflict Resolution Online Course is a 4 credit course coordinated by Dr. Anita Priyadarshini of the Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. The course is taught through self-learning material along with audio and video lectures by experts. Students are assessed through online assignments and a term-end examination.

The Non-Violence Movements after Gandhi Online Course is a massive open online course that falls under the Postgraduate in Gandhian Peace Studies. The course provides students with a glimpse of Gandhi's intellectual journey and its significance in today's world.

The Non-Violence Movements after Gandhi Course is a 4 credit course coordinated by Prof. Debal K SinghaRoy of the Indira Gandhi National Open University. The course helps students pursuing their studies in Humanities and Social Sciences to widen their knowledge about crucial movements that have transformed humankind.

The Non-Violence Movements after Gandhi course offered by Swayam is taught at the postgraduate level The course is taught in English medium through self-explanatory, self-motivating, and self-evaluative study material available as both audio and video by experts. The assessment is done through assignments and a term-end exam.

The Gandhian Approach to Peace and Conflict Resolution course is a 4 credit course taught through massive open online mode. The course can be of great academic value to students pursuing their studies in Humanities and Social Sciences and are particularly interested in the life of Mahatma Gandhi and his unique ideas.

The Gandhian Approach to Peace and Conflict Resolution course is part of the Programme in Gandhi and Peace Studies provided by the Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. The course is coordinated by Dr. Monika Misra, belonging to the School of Social Sciences. The course aims at imparting knowledge on Gandhian perspectives of peace.

The Gandhian Approach to Peace and Conflict Resolution course offered by Swayam is a course taught at the postgraduate level and open to graduates of any discipline. The course will be conducted with the help of self-instructional study material and audio and video material. The mode of assessment is through assignments and a term-end examination.

The Overview and Perspectives of Values course is one of the highlighted online courses on value education provided by Indira Gandhi National Open University. The course offered by Swayam is coordinated by Dr. Grace Don Nemching, Senior Assistant Professor in IGNOU. The 12-weeks long course seeks to inculcate value education through effective ways.

The Overview and Perspectives of Values Certification course aim at making candidates aware of the greater role played by value education in a person's life as a whole. The course aims at generating social awareness and positive values in the life of professionals, teachers, students, government officials, parents and other groups of people.

The need for an Overview and Perspectives of Values Training course is greater in today's society for the successful prevention of social evils. The course will help candidates in shaping the value system that will enable them to project a positive attitude in their personal, professional and social life.