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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Geography, in general, is the study of lands, people, and all the phenomena which take place on Earth. In this course, the focus is the country of India. The Geography of India course by Swayam provides a more detailed perspective about the formation of the physiography and the physiographic features situated throughout India. The course also details various details about the natural features of India including its changing topography, the composition of different types of soil, study about various landforms, water bodies such as rivers and their tributaries, basins, and so on. Geography does not only deal with physical features but it also deals with ecological features.
In this course, the candidate will also gain knowledge about the climate, developments across many regions, irrigation systems, agriculture throughout the country, settlements in rural and urban areas, how the demography is formed, and the presence of migrants, trades, commodities, and industrialization at different scales. The main goal of this course is to gain a very in-depth understanding of Geography as a whole, specifying India.
The Highlights
- Certificate issued by the Government of India
- Classes conducted by veterans in the field of Geography
- 12-week intensive course
- 100% online programme offering
- Course completion certificate by Swayam
Programme Offerings
- Interactive teaching style
- video lectures
- quizzes
- assessments test
- Online forums for discussion
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Mysore University |
Eligibility Criteria
Certification Qualifying Details
First, the student needs to register for an end-term exam with a registration fee. In order to be eligible for certification, the student must have a score of above 40% in the assessment which is done throughout the course, and also score more than 40% in the end-term exam. The student will receive the certificate only after all the mentioned requirements are made throughout the course.
What you will learn
After the candidate successfully finishes the Geography of India course by Swayam, the candidate will have had learned about:
- Physiographic features across India
- Ecological concepts such as climate
- Urbanization in India
- Industrialization in India
- The formation of population demography
- Commerce across India
- Development in rural and urban areas
Who it is for
The Geography of India course could prove to be helpful for:
- Students looking to pursue a career in geography
- UPSC aspirants
- Professionals in the geography field
- Students looking to pursue a career in education, agriculture, urban planning, public health, political science, and more.
Admission Details
To secure admission in the Geography of India course, it is essential for candidates to go through all the steps mentioned below:
Please note: *The course is currently closed but when it is open again, you can follow the steps mentioned below.
Step 1: Have a detailed look at the programme by clicking on https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/
Step 2: Click on the “Join” button to join the particular course.
Step 3: Thereafter, the candidate will be directed to a page that will lead you to get your login id or signing up details created. The candidates can sign up via Facebook, Google, or Microsoft Account.
Step 4: Thereafter click to confirm your email and proceed.
Step 5: Enter the details and create the profile.
Step 6: After being registered, the candidates will be able to access the programme immediately.
The Syllabus
- Physiographic Divisions of India
- India's Political Divisions
- India and its Neighbour's
- India: Topography and Slopes
- The Indian Coastal
- Indo Gangetic Plain
- Climatic Regions of India
- Climate of India
- Drainage System of India
- Regional Development Strategies
- Special Purpose Regions
- Region in the context of Globalization
- Soil Types of India
- Regional Plans of India
- Categories of Land Use
- Natural/Physical Regions
- Irrigation System of India
- Tourism in India
- Population in India
- Livestock in India
- Mineral Resources of India
- Patterns of Population in India
- Consequences of Migration
- Migration Patterns in India
- Composition of Population India 2011
- Indicators of Human Development
- Urbanization in India
- Rural Settlements in India
- Settlement Hierarchy by Social Facilities and Amenities
- Urban Planning in India
- Industrial Regions of India
- Manufacturing Industries of India
- Medium Scale Industries
- Small Scale Industries
- Handicrafts in India
- Chemical Industries in India
- Classified Commodities-I
- Classified Commodities-II
- Air Transports in India
- India Foreign Trade
Evaluation process
The candidate has to register for the end-term exam with a registration fee. After the candidate receives 40% in course assessment conducted throughout the duration of the course and 40% in the end-term exam, the candidate is eligible to receive the certificate.
Instructors
Mysore University Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
As stated above, the course is free of cost. The one time you do have to pay is for registering for the end-term exam.
After completing this course, students can choose to pursue an undergraduate degree in geography and if the student is already an undergraduate, they can choose to pursue a graduate degree. But candidates can pursue other fields too as there is a vast number of concepts taught in this course. For working professionals, this course is a great addition to their resumes which could increase their job prospects.
The course instructors are not only qualified but also have a lot of experience in this field. They have impressive qualifications from reputable institutions and their experience and advice are very beneficial to the candidates pursuing this course.
The course has a duration of 12 weeks.
There is no information provided about who can apply for this certificate. But anyone with basic educational qualifications is welcome to apply.
It is not mandatory for a candidate to register for the end-term exam. But in order to get the certificate, you do need to register as it is one of the prerequisites to appear in the final exam and pass with 40% in order to be eligible to receive the certificate.