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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study, Virtual Classroom	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Drawing Nature, Science, and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 certification course has been designed by edX in collaboration with the University of Newcastle. This course focuses on making the learners see and draw nature like an illustrator. The domain of Natural History Illustration is all about observing and replicating the subjects of science, nature, and culture, with their connection to the environment being primary.

Participants will learn about the fundamental skills and techniques required for creating accurate and remarkable replications of natural world subjects. The Drawing Nature, Science and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 training course instructors will show the practical ways for developing skills from the outset. This course covers step by step the basics of Natural History Illustration, starting from the very first reflection of a subject to its final replication in the studio. Participants will learn enduring skills that shall be useful to them in many different ways. This course will develop the visual interpretation and observational skills of the participants in a fun and interactive way.

The Highlights

Online learning course
6 weeks course duration
3-6 hours of weekly learning
Course instructors of the University of Newcastle
Course certification by edX and University of Newcastle
Introductory course
Course schedule
Video transcripts
Cost-free audit available

Program Offerings

Video transcripts
Discussion forum.

Courses and Certificate fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 10989	yes	The University of Newcastle, Newcastle

The Drawing Nature, Science and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 certification fee is different for the verified, and the audit tracks. The Veefiried track fee is Rs. 10,989 which includes a shareable certificate, proper edX support, and recognition from other global institutions. The fee for the audit track is actually zero which means that it is free.

Fee details for Drawing Nature, Science and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 course

Particulars	Amount
Course fees Verified Track	Rs. 10,989
Certificate fees Audit Track	Free

Benefits

The Drawing Nature, Science, and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 course will make the learners proficient in natural history illustration. They will be able to visualize and draw like an illustrator. They will be skilled enough to create marvelous replications of the natural world subjects. Participants are being offered this course online for learning flexibility.

They will have the freedom to access the course content according to their time schedule. Assignments will help the learners evaluate and track their learning progress. The discussion forum will make learning more engaging and interactive. Participants can discuss the course topics with other participants and get their questions addressed by the course team members as well as other participants. This Drawing Nature, Science and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 certification benefits by allowing the participants to accelerate their career in this field. They will have several career prospects to explore.

Course certification by edX and the University of Newcastle will enable the participants to highlight their knowledge and achievement. It will make their work profile and resume more valuable. They can upload it on other work platforms as well inviting more job opportunities. They can confidently apply for jobs in this domain of the industry. Their practical and theoretical knowledge will prove to be beneficial for the participants in this field.

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

The Drawing Nature, Science and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 certification by edX will be awarded after the participants pass this course and satisfy the certification fee criteria. They also need to pay the defined amount.

What you will learn

Drawing skills

Participants of the Drawing Nature, Science, and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 certification syllabus are expected to learn about the following topics:

Participants will develop core scientific observational skills.
They will become proficient in sketching techniques and field drawings.
The concept of sketch development shall become familiar to the participants.
They will understand the components of natural history illustration.
They will learn about the proportion, form, and structure essentials.
Expertise in drawing and rendering techniques will be developed by the participants.
Participants will grasp the structure of flowers and leaves.
Observational drawing methods will be introduced to the participants.

Who it is for

This course could be advantageous for the below mentioned candidates:

Candidates looking to pursue the illustration discipline.
Candidates who are passionate about Natural History Illustration like historians.

Admission Details

Refer to these steps for securing admission in the Drawing Nature, Science and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 classes course:

Step 1: Use the given URL to be redirected towards the course website

https://www.edx.org/course/drawing-nature-science-and-culture-natural-history

Step 2: Select enrol button given on the course website.

Step 3: Sign in or sign up with edX if you do not have an account.

Step 4: Candidates can pursue the course through the verified track or the audit track.

Step 5: Audit track offers free access to the course content while verified track requires payment of course fees for course access.

Refer to these steps for securing admission in the Drawing Nature, Science and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 classes course:

Step 1: Use the given URL to be redirected towards the course website

https://www.edx.org/course/drawing-nature-science-and-culture-natural-history

Step 2: Select enrol button given on the course website.

Step 3: Sign in or sign up with edX if you do not have an account.

Step 4: Candidates can pursue the course through the verified track or the audit track.

Step 5: Audit track offers free access to the course content while verified track requires payment of course fees for course access.

The Syllabus

Introduction to course and overview of NHI of historical and contemporary practice to set the scene for an immersive skills building experience.

Introduction to Natural History Illustration methods and demonstration on observational drawing.

Introduction to working in the field and recording subjects and their environmental surroundings quickly and accurately.

Understanding plant anatomy.

Understanding animal anatomy.

Creating finished artworks.

Instructors

The University of Newcastle, Newcastle Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: How many Drawing Nature, Science and Culture: Natural History Illustration 101 online course instructors are there?

The course has two instructors, who are Bernadette Drabsch and Andrew Howells from the University of Newcastle.

2: How long will the course continue for?

The course shall last for six weeks. It shall require three to six hours of learning every week.

3: Are video transcripts made available?

Yes, video transcripts are available for the course videos in the English language only.

4: How does account activation take place?

Participants will be sent a confirmation email with a link for account activation. Candidates can use the link to activate their account.

5: How should I change edX username?

Candidates cannot change their edX username once they have registered with edX.

6: Can I add a recovery email address?

Yes, participants can add a recovery email address and an additional location for receiving a password reset in case they are accessing their original email address.

7: Hard copy of the course certificate is given?

No, the course certificate will be given digitally. The hard copy will not be available.

8: Will I receive a course fee refund?

Yes, participants can receive a refund of the course fee if they generate a request for the same within the fourteen days period.