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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Science of Beer course has been developed by edX in collaboration with Wageningen University & Research for curious learners who are interested in learning about more than just the taste of beer.
Participants will understand everything related to beer, including how beer is made, the raw materials used, the supply chain, its marketing strategies, and the effects of beer consumption on the human body. Participants will be given knowledge about the different beer styles, quality issues, how the cultivation, and environment of the raw material affect each other, and how the image and culture of beer are influenced by various factors.
The Science of Beer MOOC has been developed by the students of Wageningen University & Research in honor of the 100th anniversary of their university. The students have been guided by professors and experts in the domain of food production, marketing, health risks, logistics, and sustainable supply chains to give the learners a high-quality learning experience. Two pathways may be selected by the candidates to get enrolled in the course. One pathway offered limited course access to the materials while the other pathway offers unlimited access.
The Highlights
- Online course
- 6 weeks duration
- 2-4 hours of weekly learning
- Course instructors from Wageningen University & Research
- Introductory course
- Course certification by edX and WageningenX
- Shareable certificate
- Self-paced course
- Video transcripts
Programme Offerings
- discussion forum
- Video transcripts
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 14057 | yes | Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen |
- Candidates shall get to audit the course free of cost.
- In order to get a certificate, candidates can upgrade the course by payment of Rs. 14,057 /-
Fee details for The Science of Beer course by edX
Particulars | Amount |
Course fees | Free of cost |
Certificate fees | Rs. 14,057/- |
Eligibility Criteria
Certification Qualifying Details
Participants should pay the course fees and clear the course in order to gain a certificate for The Science of Beer course by edX.
What you will learn
Participants of The Science of Beer course will have a detailed understanding of the given topics:
- Participants will acknowledge the stages involved in the supply chain of beer.
- Participants will be able to explain each step of beer production
- Designing production processes for different beer styles will be done by the participants.
- They will understand the characteristics and how the cultivation of the main raw materials takes place.
- They will acknowledge the historical events related to beer.
- Influencing consumer behavior through marketing will be taught to the participants.
- Participants will grasp the pathway of beer through the human body.
- The health effects of beer consumption will be explained to the participants.
Who it is for
This course will be beneficial for:
- Candidates, interested in learning about the manufacturing and distribution of beer.
- Candidates who desire to build their career in the field.
Application Details
The steps given below should be followed to enrol for The Science of Beer course by edX:
Step 1: Refer to the given URL to open the course website - https://www.edx.org/course/the-science-of-beer
Step 2: Enrol option has to be clicked upon.
Step 3: Candidates have to register with edX to procure admission to the course.
Step 4: Candidates can choose the verified track or audit track for course enrolment.
Step 5: If a verified track is selected, candidates have to pay the fees for course enrollment and free access will be given in the audit track.
The Syllabus
Instructors
Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Candidates can train their employees in various edX courses. Kindly contact the support team for further details.
The course shall expand for over six weeks. Participants are expected to spare two-four hours per week for learning.
All course videos include video transcripts in the English language.
Participants can apply for financial assistance before the last date to upgrade to a verified certificate. The deadline varies from course to course.
No, candidates do not have to clear any examination for taking this course.
It takes two to four business days to review the application for financial assistance.
Participants will not be given a hard copy of the certificate. They will be given a digital certificate.
No, financial assistance is given on the basis of courses. Participants cannot transfer it.