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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Genome plays a major role in people, families and all mankind. The ‘Why Biology matters: the genome and you’ certification course aims to provide the foundation for a thorough biological understanding of human beings, for answering questions that can be countered by biology. It primarily focuses on increasing your knowledge of the genome, and about genetic inheritance. This course also gives an overview of the transmission of traits from one generation to the next.
By exploring genomes, it will be possible to learn the type of information the genome provides. It will also give an insight into the social and philosophical implications of genomes on human affairs, in the future. We are, after all, rooted in our biology, our DNA.
Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), Barcelona, one of the best universities in Europe has developed this course. UPF is an international, public research-intensive university.
The Highlights
- Healthcare and medicine course
- Completely online
- Self-paced learning
- Free trial available
- The course can be upgraded for extra benefits
- Designed by UPF (Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona)
- Weekly 2 hours of study
- Duration of course: 5 weeks
Programme Offerings
- Free Trial
- online teaching
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1740 | yes | Futurelearn |
The Why Biology Matters: the Genome and You certification fees depend on the plan that is chosen while applying:
Course | Fee |
Why Biology Matters: the genome and you | ₹0 (Free) ₹770 (Upgrade) ₹1,740 (Unlimited) |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
Why Biology Matters: the Genome and You training does not have any specific eligibility criteria. But, it is recommended to enrol for the Why Biology Matters: Basic Concepts course, before enrolling for this course. Graduates, specialists in business management, students, job seekers, undergraduates, marketing managers, software engineers, social media management and IT professionals can also register for this online course.
Work Experience
It is not required to have any previous work experience in the field of genetics, to enrol for this course.
Education
Prior to registering for this course, it is suggested to register and complete the ‘Why Biology Matters: Basic Concepts’ course.
What you will learn
Why Biology Matters: the Genome and You certification is expected to create the following outcomes:
- Cultivate a basic understanding of the human genome
- Gain a biological understanding of human beings
- Discover how genetic inheritance works
- Learn how it causes implications in human society
Who it is for
The Why Biology Matters: The Genome and You certification syllabus is suitable for those in the field of genetics. It can also be of interest to anyone who has a desire to study human biology and the human genome. The following groups of people may find this course fitting:
- Anyone who is seeking to improve their understanding of the genome
- Professionals in genetics, history, sociology, human evolution and science
Admission Details
The course can be registered for, online. The steps mentioned below have to be followed to apply for the Why Biology Matters the Genome and You certification course by FutureLearn:
Step 1: The Future Learn website gives details about the Why Biology Matters: the genome and your course on its website.
Step 2: By noting the ‘When would you like to start?’ component, we can know if the course can be started straight away. If the course is not available for registration yet, it will display the next available date.
Step 3: You can make use of your Facebook or Google accounts to complete the registration process. Another option is to form a new account on the Future Learn website. This is done by recording your details in the form.
Step 4: After registering by following these steps, the course can be commenced at your own pace.
The Syllabus
UPF Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
A certificate is provided only in the ‘Upgrade’ and ‘Unlimited’ plans. The free trial plan does not provide one.
Three plans are offered by Future Learn: free, upgrade and unlimited. Registering for the free trial of the course grants access to the content for 6 weeks. Upgrade plan grants access until the content is available on the website. This plan also makes you eligible to receive a digital certificate of achievement upon completion. The Unlimited plan grants access to all other short courses available on the Future Learn website.
Currently, no. There is no such requirement.
Yes, the course content is fully accessible online, including the trial plan.