Free Courses & Certifications

The purpose of the Coursera Electric Vehicles and Mobility online course is to assist you in acquiring the concepts from a wide array of educational fields such as engineering science, sociology, political science, economics, and management science, among others.

The Electric Vehicles and Mobility training by Coursera will help you learn about the impact of the present transportation systems in France, Europe and worldwide as well. The programme also covers the concept of fuel poverty, electric vehicles, the global dependence on oil, and the technical processes impacting global mobility. Besides, the course is self-paced, which allows you to learn at your convenience.

The Electric Vehicles and Mobility training programme is a MOOC with French as the language of delivery. However, the course presentations are in English with English subtitles. The course is offered by École des Ponts ParisTech. The instructors are industry-experts who boast relevant experience in the discipline. The course curriculum covers all the essential concepts to help you gain a comprehensive understanding.

The 16-week Adhunik Hindi Kavya online course offered by Swayam covers various poets from the Bharatendu era to contemporary poetry and sequentially shows the development of Hindi, how poems were written in the Renaissance period, how poems were written in the Chhayavadi era and how the environment of that time dominated those poems.

This Adhunik Hindi Kavya training offered by Swayam is divided into 80 video programs and supporting study materials. In this course, candidates will study the poetry of Bharatendu, Harishchandra and Maithilisharan Gupta. The study of the poems of Jaishankar Prasad, Suryakant Tripathi Nirala, Sumitranandan Pant and Mahadevi Varma is prescribed under Chhayavadi poetry. Under Chhayavad Post and Progressive Poetry, candidates will study poetry related to Ramdhari Singh’s Dinkar and Nagarjuna poems.

The Adhunik Hindi Kavya syllabus covers the prescribed poems of the prominent poets of new poetry- Agyeya, Shamsher Bahadur Singh, Raghuveer Sahai and Shrikant Verma is also included in this course. By studying this course, learners will gain knowledge of the stages of development of modern Hindi poetry and major poets and get acquainted with the major poetic trends and poetic features of different periods.

The Accounting for Managerial Decisions certification course provided by Swayam is an initiative to educate those interested candidates who wish to pursue higher and quality education in the field of Accounting and aspire to be a manager. This course is spread out for a duration of 16 weeks. The course credit is 6, and it will require almost 180 hours of preparation. 

The skilled faculty of Swayam will make sure that the concepts included in the modules are well understood by the participants. The main focus of this course will be upon two concepts: Management Accounting, and, Cost Accounting. Candidates will be taught the core fundamentals that will prove to go a long way in securing job opportunities. 

These fundamentals include knowledge about the differences in management accounting, which is basically mastering the ability to select the best alternatives available to produce a fine result; and concepts of cost accounting, which means to minimize cost and maximize profit. 

Agriculture acts as the backbone of the Indian economy. That is why it is necessary to update yourself with the latest advancements in a timely manner. Only then will the country be able to maintain sustainable development. Advances in Agricultural Engineering program acts as a refresher course for the same. 

Advances in the Agricultural Engineering certification course has been developed by the experienced faculty of IIT Kharagpur. This faculty consists of the university’s teachers, engineers, and agricultural sciences. This is also an AICTE-approved FDP course. 

Moreover, the Advances in Agricultural Engineering syllabus has been laid out into five sections. Each section involves about four hours of video lectures and four hours of self-study. You will be able to gain practical knowledge from a variety of case studies. This is a core course in the Annual Refresher Programme in Teaching or ARPIT. There will also be an exam at the end of the course.

As a noble initiative founded by the Government of India to achieve accessibly, quality, and equitable education, SWAYAM comes out as a commendable online training venture which prioritises excellence in education. The initiative aims at the free and unhindered transmission of teaching-learning resources to everyone beyond their financial and miscellaneous obstacles. With SWAYAM, learners can bridge the digital divide caused due to them belonging to areas untouched by the digital tsunami by being a part of the knowledge economy like regular learners.

Biochemistry of Biomolecules Certification Programme focuses on one of the most significant parts of the interdisciplinary subject of Microbiology-Biochemistry. This topic deals with the interesting interplay of Chemistry and Biology to comprehend some of the highly fascinating and educationally relevant systems of the human body with deliverables from an expert in the domain.

The 36-moduled course includes discussion over Bioenergetics, Lipids, Biochemistry of Carbohydrates, Proteins, Vitamins, Enzymes, and Practicals and involves candidates through the discussion forum. 

The course works on the idea that to understand microorganisms and their behaviour, Biochemistry is an important background subject. Throughout the span of four months, candidates will work on tests and quizzes which would test their learnings and help them revise the same.

The biology course, Introduction to Biology- The Secret of Life, is an introductory course that explores different biological technologies and applications in a self-paced learning experience. 

The course is validated by the Department of Biology, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MITx) under the guidance of Professor Eric Lander and other experienced professors of the institute. The course free audit session to all enrolled learners is open only for a limited time which can then be upgraded to avail complete course access and certification upon assessment of the competency exam hosted by MITx. The course is packed with interactive problem sets, activities, and assessments. Though the course is self-paced, students get limited access to the course materials in the Audit Track whereas in the Verified Track, the candidates have unlimited access.

The content of the course reflects many important biological concepts that are fundamental. The course opens with a focus on the structure and functions of macromolecules, the changes they undergo with slight variations and their implications on human health, understanding hereditary and information flow in human cells, and imparting this knowledge by incorporating molecular biological techniques and understanding its potential to impact the world. The course gives the learner a foundation in modern Biology and a better understanding of the medical revolutions happening in the technological age. 

The course in vivid detail provides students with an understanding of-disease, science, and technology with respect to biotechnology-oriented companies. It provides the knowledge a candidate requires to build business models and financing structures to ensure growth in the genre of clinical development and drug discovery.

The Science and Business of Biotechnology certification course by edX will provide students with ground knowledge to felicitate patients with access to enhanced and improved therapy techniques. The biotechnology course will teach and guide candidates to apply financial knowledge and techniques like-securitization, derivatives, and portfolio theory in the context of biomedical advancement to lower the risk of financial loss and ensure more effective business progress.

The Science and Business of Biotechnology training programme will cover the basic financial structure and analysis in the field of pharmaceutical organizations and biotech firms. The course will also teach students to evaluate business possibilities, potential startups, and capital budgeting concerning biopharmaceutical firms. The students will find two study tracks namely audit and verified when trying to enroll and learn this course. Choosing any of the tracks will allow learning at the speed of the candidates but the time for course material access and completion certificate shall be different. The audit track will not provide any certificate and offer a small window for learning the certification course. On the other hand, candidates who want unlimited access and certification of completion will have to choose the verified track.

Chemistry of d-Block Elements, Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy course is a four-credit course, part of the UGC curriculum, as an elective and has been given space in the fifth semester of the B.Sc. programme. This course is being offered by Swayam to bridge the digital gap for the students who have not been able to become a part of the digital revolution. It is an initiative by the Government of India.

This course has been divided into two sections. In the first section participants will learn about the characteristics of d-block and f-block elements and in the second section about molecular characterization and its mechanical background. 

They will understand the properties of d- and f- block elements, the formation of coordination compounds, and IUPAC system of nomenclature, isomerism, wave-particle duality principle, and normalization of wave functions. 

They will also be given an introduction to rotational and vibrational spectra and their part in molecular characterization. Photochemistry and electronic spectroscopy is also a part of the course.

Teachers from all streams and academic levels need to update and refresh their skills from time to time. The ARPIT 2020: Online Refresher Course In Chemistry offered by Swayam aims to help Chemistry teachers at the university level. The course includes a range of exciting chemistry topics in different modules to help chemistry teachers gain helpful knowledge.

The ARPIT 2020: Online Refresher Course In Chemistry is a re-run of the ARPIT Chemistry 2019 course and includes the same modules along with some newly added quizzes. The curriculum consists of different themes such as the history of chemistry as a field, the latest news in the area, related industries, and much more. You can learn through video-based lessons and other multimedia tools such as online quizzes, reading material, etc.

The ARPIT 2020: Online Refresher Course In Chemistry is a part of the Annual Refresher Programme In Teaching (ARPIT) series of courses. The training syllabus is divided into 16 modules. It is a PG-level programme offered by the prestigious SGTB Khalsa College of the University of Delhi.

The students in the online course of Numerical Methods In Civil Engineering by Swayam will be introduced to the core concerts of “numerical methods” that are included in civil engineering. The Numerical Methods In Civil Engineering certification syllabus will include the topics of- Collocation methods, Method of Galerkin, Various finite difference schemes, Method of weighted residuals, Implicit and explicit methods, Interpolation and Extrapolation, Solution of linear and nonlinear equations, Numerical approximation, Curve fitting, Error analysis, Numerical differentiation and integration, and others. The 16 weeks program will help the students to learn the fundamental principles and basics of numerical methods. Upon completing the course the student's ability to analyze and evaluate the accuracy of various numerical methods and their applicability in real-world solutions.

The Curriculum Pedagogy and Evaluation course offers a thorough understanding of the curriculum, various evaluation techniques, and pedagogical approaches. The development of a firm knowledge in these areas would ensure productive professional development for you. 

The Curriculum Pedagogy and Evaluation online course can be well utilized by all faculties across the country as a general course irrespective of the subject. The program’s structural framework will benefit aspirants from other disciplines as well. After course completion, you will surely master different evaluation techniques, perspectives of curriculum, and pedagogical practices that can be applied to various spheres of professional progress. 

You will also receive a Curriculum Pedagogy and Evaluation certification upon course completion. To get it, you will have to clear the external end-term exam. The program curriculum has 16 Weeks of training. Moreover, the course has been approved by AICTE as an FDP (Faculty Development Programme). It is part of the Annual Refresher Programme in Teaching or ARPIT. 

The ARPIT Refresher Course in Commerce by Swayam is designed for the professional and personal growth of teachers, especially those who are teaching in higher education institutions. This course seeks to expose faculty members in commerce or management disciplines to the latest developments and new frontiers of knowledge in the field of commerce.

Moreover, the ARPIT Refresher Course in Commerce online program will also focus on some aspects of research methodology and tools. The training will cover research approaches and techniques for managing the classroom environment and pedagogy. The program comprises 40 hours of study material, 20 of which will be supplied through video lectures, and the rest through reading material.

The ARPIT Refresher Course in Commerce training is delivered by Swayam and developed by the Shri Ram College of Commerce. Dr. C.S.Sharma is the course instructor. Spanning across 16 weeks, this course involves a total of 16 modules, along with a fair share of assignments, quizzes, case studies, and discussions.

Educational Technology benefits the students by allowing them to learn from industry experts. The students in the Educational Technology programme will cover the details of “educational technology” in 16-weeks. To make it easier for the students, the Educational Technology fee for all students is free. During this online course, students will cover topics like Broader issues surrounding the impact of such tools, Current state-of-the-art tools, Research methodologies in user testing, Promising pedagogical strategies, Pedagogical strategies, Current theories in the community, Research Methodologies, Current state-of-the-art tools, and others. A 75% discount is made available to all the students. The entire course will be conducted by industry professionals.

Marketing is a part of our everyday lives, irrespective of our passion, education or profession. Good social marketing skills are crucial for providing information and making better decisions as a consumer and as a producer. The Principles of Marketing online course explores the fundamental marketing concepts that can help you demonstrate self-expression via marketing.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University is offering the Principles of Marketing training on the Swayam platform. Candidates can enrol in this undergraduate-level course and complete it in 16 weeks. The course structure includes video lectures, assignments, self-assessments, examples, and discussion forums to enrich the candidates’ knowledge.

Further, the Principles of Marketing syllabus consists of 19 e-texts that the course instructor discusses over 16 weeks. Candidates will gain access to the study material and other reference books after they register. The curriculum covers topics like consumer behaviour, pricing, distribution, the scope of marketing in urban and rural areas, and more.

The Government of India initiated a programme Swayam and build it to accomplish the three cardinals of Indian Education Policy, i.e. Quality, Equity and Access. Swayam is devised so that the underprivileged students are reconciled with technology, as they formerly had no access to digital resources and remained unaware of its advantages. The intention behind the project is to make the finest education available to all, even the most distressed ones and enable them to join the mainstream of knowledge.

The programme runs effectively as it has a platform that hosts all the courses taught in classrooms from Class 9 to Post- Graduation on online servers which are procurable anytime, from anywhere, by anyone. Thousands of faculties and teachers were chosen specially for the creation of the courses which are interactive and inclusive of the described syllabus and are available for free.

The courses which are put up on Swayam are available in four kinds, each holding specific purpose and intention, following the art of pedagogy to enrich the teaching-learning process. The four mediums of instruction are- reading material meant to be downloaded and printed, video Lectures, Self- Practice Tests, quizzes and assessments and an online discussion forum.

The State and Local Governance: Machinery & Processes online programme is a postgraduate-level core course in the category of humanities and social sciences. It is a 15 weeks academic programme, equivalent to one semester of a regular university course. The mode of instruction will be through video lectures and e-texts, along with reading material. Candidates may participate in group discussions and frequent interactions with the teaching team to clear up any uncertainties.

The State and Local Governance: Machinery & Processes training will explore topics related to democratic, decentralized institutions and government-based agencies established at sub-district, district, and state levels and their procedures. It also includes the domains of the state legislature, administration, and essential institutions. Candidates will be familiarised with the evolution of local governance and its present system of municipal bodies, panchayat institutions along with their constitutional models.

The Government of India initiated the Swayam programme to provide a free education platform. They strive to achieve the three major principles of education policy, i.e. equity, quality, and access. To assure superior study material in the State and Local Governance: Machinery & Processes online course, UGC has been appointed by Swayam for non-technical postgraduate education.

A full overview of textile fibre manufacturing, varieties, properties, spinning into yarns, designing, and formation of many types of fabrics through weaving and other ways of fabric construction, fabric maintenance, etc. is intended to be provided by Textiles & Quality Analysis Certification. 

Students benefit from Textiles & Quality Analysis Classes by learning how customers judge fabric quality, developing the capacity to make wise purchasing decisions, and grasping the concepts of what to buy and how to buy. 

Textiles & Quality Analysis Certification Syllabus contains 55 modules that include engaging and thought-provoking exercises, practical videos, text, and drawings, as well as additional learning materials.

Under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India, all eligible students receive a Textiles & Quality Analysis Certification at English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad. 

The four-credit Water Resources and Watershed Management MOOC is Osmania University, Hyderabad’s offering. This postgraduate programme mainly focuses on candidates of sciences and related disciplines while also being open to concerned citizens and water professionals. The course helps learners understand freshwater’s occurrence and availability, its uses, and water resources management related issues through an extensive curriculum.

The Water Resources and Watershed Management certification syllabus comprises 40 modules, introducing various techniques and tools for integrated water resource management. It also promotes life-long learning and familiarises aspirants professional practice’s codes and ethics in managing water resources. Students will also learn about Hydrology’s essentials, management tools for water resources and watersheds, water quality issues, and water resources’ environmental and societal aspects.

The 15-week Water Resources and Watershed Management programme also has MCQ quizzes every week, five internal assignments, and proctored exams. Clearing all these, students can obtain Osmania University’s credit transfer certificate and MoE’s curriculum certification. This course also features the university’s renowned professor, with ample experience to teach this subject fluidly.

City and Metropolitan Planning online course is imparted with an objective to provide the students with the knowledge that is related to planning in urban settlement. The programme will provide the students with a fair understanding of the typology, scale, complexity and hierarchy involved in the framing of policies in an Indian city. The fifteen week course will be focusing on architecture and planning simultaneously.

The City and Metropolitan Planning certification syllabus includes the vast area of - definition and characteristics of urban areas, city in context of the region, urbanization, hierarchy of plans, plans and policies among many other topics that will ultimately help the students in implementing their plans. The course will also allow the students with the projection of the frame plans through the means of assignments. They will be provided with case studies to work upon. Thus, upon completing the course the applicants will understand the dichotomy between the natural environment and urban resources.

The course of Digital marketing has been strategically designed to establish a clear conceptual knowledge of digital marketing in various fields. The thorough structure of this course will help the candidate to establish a number of skills by the end of course completion, such as monitoring, planning and implementing digital marketing training campaigns all around the globe. 

The online course of Swayam provides a great opportunity for those who wish to embark their career as a professional with flexible working hours. Keeping in mind the increasing demand for digital marketing professionals; this is a go-to grab the opportunity for you.

Through the completion of this course, you will find numerous avenues for marketing and advertising in both domestic as well as international platforms. The course of Digital marketing provides you the opportunity to stand out as an independent professional. It gives the candidates the liberty of availing the course from anywhere as per their convenience 

Technology has rapidly evolved to the point that robots are commonly used in factories as workhorses that perform complex tasks and assist humans in dealing with challenges. However, such robots remain tethered to their workstations and cannot move around. The Autonomous Mobile Robots programme deals with mobile robots that can freely move around in their environment. 

To facilitate this movement, robots must possess competencies like perception, localisation, map-building and collision avoidance. This course on Autonomous Mobile Robots by edX delves into these methods that go into the making of a mobile robot. It also covers the basic concepts and algorithms required to develop a mobile robot. 

ETH Zurich, one of the leading institutions for technology, has created the Autonomous Mobile Robots course for learners on edX. The main objectives of this programme are to equip candidates with the knowledge and technical know-how necessary to develop a mobile robot. Moreover, the 15-week online programme is available for free to audit. However, the candidates will have access only for a limited duration. For full access and the certificate of completion, the students must enrol by paying the fee. 

The Language, Proof and Logic Certification Course is an open online course that provides valuable insights into the notion of logic and reasoning. The course will discuss the importance and relevance of different theories of propositional and first-order logic along with their popular and accepted techniques.

The Language, Proof and Logic Online Course is taught in a self-paced manner over the duration of 15 weeks. The course will make use of formal language called FOL (the language of First-Order Logic) for giving out theories of truth and logic. This is an introductory level course taught in the English medium.

The Language, Proof and Logic Training Course is an introductory-level course that does not require any specific prerequisites. Students with an interest in using the language to construct logical arguments will be benefited from the course. Upon successful assessment through assignments and exams, students will receive a certificate in the paid verified mode. In the free mode, the learners can audit the course for a limited period. 

The Cyber Security Programme by Swayam is essential for the candidate to learn more about the dangers of cybersecurity. Due to the dependency on e-platform, the Certification in Cyber Security Course by Swayam becomes very vital for the students to become proficient in using technologies like IoT, IIoT, IoT and others.

 The Cyber Security training course is comprehensive and is designed to give detailed knowledge on Cyber Security to the candidates. This certification programme is an inclusive course that acknowledges all the essential topics required for the understanding and study in the domain of Cyber Security.

Upon completion of the course, the learner will develop his/her skills in the area of- cyber frauds, scams, cyber-attacks and others. The Cyber Security Programme by Swayam is important because it will allow the individual to better understand the world of “cybersecurity” and protect the individual, government, organization and others from “cyber-crime”.

The Corporate Law Programme course is taught by Professor Dr. Harpreet Kaur from National Law University Delhi and is for five weeks holding 4 credits. The topics covered under this course are Business organisation its features and types, Raising Capital for businesses, Corporate Management and Governance, Business Reuse Proceedings, Investigation and Adjudicatory Mechanisms, Shareholder’s Remedies, Winding up of Company and the Insolvency Proceedings if the business is bankrupt,  Foreign Direct Investments in Companies, and the corporate restructuring policies.

There has been immense growth in the corporate sector which makes it important for the people in this sector to know about the legal aspects of corporate law. This course is for postgraduate level individuals, people from business and law backgrounds and will help learners meet their lifelong needs. Professionals who wish to gain knowledge in the field of Corporate Governance can also take up this course. 

The candidates who want to get certified in this course should successfully complete the proctored examination at the end of the course which provides credits to the students. 

Over the past few decades, the world saw some unfortunate and unprecedented situations. With urbanization and globalization peaking throughout the years, we witnessed a drastic decline in environmental quality and an increase in natural emergencies. It is essential to be aware of the consequences of our actions in our communities and surroundings. With Swayam’s Urban Disaster Risk Mitigation & Climate Resilient Development Course, learn about urban development and its relationship with disaster risks, emergency management, and climate change.

With a Certificate in Urban Disaster Risk Mitigation & Climate Resilient Development Course, you will be able to analyze the factors behind climate emergencies, disaster management, and urban development. The course will also take you through resilient methods of community development in urban sectors.

Moreover, you will also understand the strategies to make surroundings anti-fragile and contribute to a risk-free environment. With each passing day, people are becoming more conscious and aware of their actions and their consequences. Get your certificate today to attain knowledge and spread insight about the situation to others as well.

This Basics of Macro Economics Course by Swayam provides aggregate knowledge of the economy and its various aspects. With self-paced classes and weekly assignments, this course is an easy and great way to understand different topics such as cash flow in international trade, the role of banks in the company, demand-supply & equilibrium in markets for goods & services, theories of foreign exchange determination, etc. 

This course is a great way to get to know the economic conditions in every aspect including marketing situations. The course also deals with IS-LM Analysis, concept, and determination of GDP and gives the proper training required with it. 

This course is completely for learning purposes; however, the certification exam has a fee amount to be duly paid. This course tries to help candidates to help in every way it could and is also a great way to learn and be educated about the terms and nature of the economy. 

The Mathematical Economics course by Swayam has been structured to make the study of Economics easier and simpler for the learners to understand using Mathematics. It covers the historical background and the application of the various economic concepts. This course will help the participants in solving Engineering and Architecture, Finance, Management, Policy-making, Analytics, and Medicine problems.

Various real-life examples, recent researches and news about the world economy have been included to enrich the learning process of the participants. This course will enhance the logical, scientific and critical thinking skills of the participants required in their daily economic activities. They will develop a new perspective towards logical, scientific and critical thinking, which will assist them in solving personal, social and professional problems and guide them towards wise decision making.

They will be capable enough to take quick and wise decisions saving their time, energy and money. Various web links and links of YouTube videos have also been shared to keep the participants motivated throughout.