Paleontology is the science dealing with the fossils of long-deceased animals and plants that lived up to billions of years ago. Its an interdisciplinary field involving geology, archaeology chemistry, biology, archaeology and anthropology. This Certificate course by UK Public College is designed to provide participants with the historical background and process of evolution by examining fossils, the preserved traces of long dead animals and plants. This level 6 Paleontology Certificate course focuses on the study of fossils and ancient life forms. It is an interdisciplinary program designed to give participants a strong background in paleontology, earth sciences, and biological sciences, and prepares you for graduate-level studies.
Course Contents
Course Contents
Description
This Certificate course in Paleontology will cover all aspects of paleontology, underpinned by general geoscientific and analytical principles. It places ore emphasis on the anatomy, morphology and evolution of plants and animals that make up the fossil record and the cataclysmic environmental changes that caused mass extinctions. Participants will learn how to use data from fossilized bones, ancient pollen, and other clues, that was discovered on past climates and past extinctions. This course will also explore the history of the earth, the evolution of life, and our own place in the world.
Certification
Students will be awarded the Certificate in Paleontology Level 6. The Certificate is Internationally recognised and will open unlimited opportunities to the learners.
Accreditation
The course is accredited by The CPD Accreditation Office.
Course Assessment
The course is assessed on the basis of assignments. There are no written exams for this course.
Course Mode
This is a self-study course, students have 100% freedom to complete the course, there is no time restriction on this course.
Learning Materials
Students will be provided all the learning text materials to assist them in completing the course
Course Benefits
At the end of this Certificate course, you will be awarded a level 6 Certificate in Paleontology, and will also be
able to:
Plan, direct, and conduct fieldwork projects to search for fossils or collect samples.
Document the work site and dig up fossils or take core samples from lakes, soil, or ice sheets.
Preserve specimens and prepare them for transport to the institution where they can be cleaned and studied
Use chemical techniques to analyse fossilized samples and ancient pollen
Study fossils of invertebrate animals like molluscs and worms
Provide context for comparison between the current state of our environment and biodiversity, and those of ancient and turbulent epochs.
Who is this course for?
The Level 6 Certificate in Palaeontology is open individuals who already have experience in the related field.
This course is open to College-going individuals and Graduates interested in building a career in the field of Palaeontology
Duration
Duration
The course can be completed in a very short time, it totally depends on the life style of the learners. Also, there is no pressure on students to complete the course on fast mode, the course is valid for 12 months, so students can complete the course with complete peace of mind and with no pressure at all.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Requirements
Learners should be 16 or over to undertake the qualification.
Good understanding of English language is required to attend this course.
Progression
Progression
This training leads you to become a Palaeontologist, geological surveyor, mining consultant, museum curator, teacher and so on. Also, skills in Palaeontology are of great value for progression in higher studies.
Career Path
Career Path
Course Delivery
Course Delivery
This is a self-study course, students have 100% freedom to complete the course, there is no time restriction on this course.
Payment Options
Payment Options
There is a number of options you can pay your fees. We accept bank transfer, Paypal payment, Sterling Cheques, Sterling Bank drafts, Master Card and Debit Card payments.
Tutor Support
Tutor Support
Once a student is registered we will allocate a UK-Based tutor to guide the student throughout his/her studies. The tutor will be available via email and via Virtual Learning Environment. The tutor will guide and support the students till the given assignments are complete and submitted.