Earth History and Palaeontology (Certificate in Higher Education) (Part-Time)

This part-time certificate program provides an in-depth exploration of the history of the Earth and its life forms, from the earliest fossils to the present day. You'll learn about the evolution of life on Earth, the geological processes that have shaped our planet, and the latest discoveries in palaeontology. This program is ideal for those interested in natural history, earth sciences, and the history of life on Earth.

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This program is designed for individuals who are passionate about the history of the Earth and its life forms, but may not have a background in science or palaeontology. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter through lectures, seminars, and practical workshops. The program is delivered by expert faculty members who are actively engaged in research in the field.

Unlocking the Secrets of the Earth: Discover the History of Life on Our Planet at Birkbeck University of London.

Birkbeck University of London is an ideal choice for this program due to its world-class reputation for earth sciences and palaeontology research. Our faculty members have made significant contributions to the field, and you'll benefit from their expertise and cutting-edge research. Additionally, Birkbeck's location in central London provides access to a wealth of museums, libraries, and other resources for studying the history of the Earth and its life forms.

Studying paleontology allows you to gain an understanding of the deep history of our planet and the origin and evolution of life on Earth. Our Earth History and Palaeontology Certificate in Higher Education will develop your key knowledge and research skills in this field. You will receive basic training in earth sciences with a specialization in stratigraphy, sedimentology, and paleontology. Our teaching philosophy is based around flexibility, allowing you to fit your study around your lifestyle. We embrace new technology and methods to make learning accessible to all and have been running remote as well as face-to-face lectures for more than 20 years. This means you can attend classes with our internationally distinguished researchers in our world-class laboratories in London or you can watch live streams/recorded lectures at home using our cutting-edge online teaching platform. You are free to mix both these methods to find the best balance for you. This includes the option to study 100% online from anywhere in the world and receive a University of London qualification.

We welcome applicants without traditional entry qualifications as we base decisions on our own assessment of qualifications, knowledge, and previous work experience. We may waive formal entry requirements based on the judgment of academic potential.