Short ProgrammeWorldwideFree
UN CC:e-Learn Free Climate Change Courses (United Nations, Free Certificates on Many Courses)
Apply NowProgram Overview
UN CC:e-Learn is the United Nations' online learning platform on climate change. When this page was checked it listed 144 self-paced courses on climate change and the green economy, in several languages, and more than 1.3 million users.
There is no deadline. Many courses give a certificate free of charge. Some charge 20 US dollars for certification, and the course page shows which applies. This page was last checked against the official website on 5 October 2026.
Checked on 8 October 2026 against the UN CC:e-Learn website: all courses and their content are free. To earn a certificate you must pass the quiz with at least 70% within three attempts. Some certificates are free, but for some courses the official UN certificate costs 10 to 30 US dollars.
Key Information
Host Country
Worldwide
Funding Type
Free
English Requirement
Varies — check program requirements
Eligible Nations
Open to everyone
Category
Free
Applications Open
Open all year
Status
Accepting Applications
Scholarship Benefits
Free access to self-paced courses
Free certificates on many courses
Some courses charge 20 US dollars for certification
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to anyone
- No prior knowledge needed for the introductory courses
Guides for this scholarship
How Applications Are Evaluated
Each scholarship provider uses its own selection criteria. Applicants should review the official scholarship guidelines for the specific criteria used to evaluate applications.
Required Documents
None. You only need a free account
How to Apply
1
Open the UN CC:e-Learn website and register
2
Choose a course from the catalogue
3
Check on the course page whether its certificate is free
4
Complete the modules and the final quiz
Ready to Submit?
Ensure you have reviewed all requirements and gathered your documents before starting the application.
Official Application WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
It varies by program and by your previous education. Some providers accept other English tests, and some waive the test if your earlier degree was taught in English. Check the official program requirements before you apply.
There is no single deadline. Dates are set by each university, office or vacancy, so check the official website for the date that applies to you.
Most universities allow you to apply with a "Hope Certificate" or provisional transcript if you are in your final semester, provided you graduate before the intake starts.
This varies by university. Many fully funded scholarships cover or waive application fees, but some may still require an initial processing fee. Refer to the official guidelines.
For PhD and some Master's programs, securing an acceptance letter from a professor is often mandatory. For undergraduate programs, it is usually not required.
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