Junior Naturalist Course (JNC)
by Tropical Institute of Ecological Sciences (TIES)
TIES Certificate of Completion
Junior Naturalist Course (JNC) is a course by Tropical Institute of Ecological Sciences (TIES) for students in Grade 2 to 9, open to students across India.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Grade 2 to 9
Fee
Registration fee applies
Duration
15 full-day modules (100+ hours total) delivered over roughly three weeks per annual batch
Format
Individual
Time needed
Each module is a full day (6 hours), including a two-day trek and camping segment at Thattekad Bird Sanctuary
About this opportunity
The Junior Naturalist Course (JNC) is a 15-module field training program run by the Tropical Institute of Ecological Sciences (TIES). Delivered across more than 100 hours, it introduces students to wetland, forest, and wildlife ecosystems through structured field visits.
The course is open to students from Std II to Std IX, with each module customized by academic level so that content matches the participant's grade. Batches are intentionally kept small, at 20 to 25 students, so subject-matter experts can guide each participant closely across every module.
Participants visit wetland ecosystems such as Kumarakom and Vembanad Lake to study birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, and flora, and complete a two-day trek and camping segment at Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, where TIES conducts the final evaluation. Students who complete the batch receive a certificate at a valedictory ceremony.
TIES also guides students who choose to present natural science projects for school board examinations.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Grade 2 to 9
- Location
- Nationwide
Open to students in Std II to Std IX (grades 2-9); content is customized by academic level. No explicit age, gender, or state-residency restriction found. Batches are capped at 20-25 students, with registration typically closing before the annual April launch.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
A 15-module, 100+ hour experiential curriculum covering wetland ecosystems (birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, dragonflies) and flora, culminating in a two-day evaluation trek to Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, customized by academic level from Std II to Std IX.
Rewards and recognition
Certificate
TIES Certificate of Completion
Students who complete all 15 modules receive a certificate at a valedictory ceremony, following a final evaluation conducted during the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary field visit.
Recognition
Kerala Forest Department involvement
Skills your child builds
What your child will do
- Wetland ecosystem field visit (Kumarakom / Kallara / Vembanad-Kol)
- Two-day trek and camping at Thattekad Bird Sanctuary
- Guided field walks in the Vagamon hills
- Species identification field exercises
- Wildlife surveys
- Biodiversity documentation sessions
How to apply
- 1Contact TIES by phone or email to confirm seat availability for the upcoming batch
- 2Complete registration before the application deadline announced ahead of the annual April batch launch
- 3Attend the batch orientation and opening session at the TIES Ecological Research Campus
Camp details
Trainers
Each of the 15 modules is led by a subject-matter expert in that ecological discipline (ornithology, herpetology, botany, and related fields).
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Course fee is not published on the official TIES website or in any available research; contact TIES directly for current batch pricing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Junior Naturalist Course (JNC) free?
No, a registration fee applies. Check the organizer's official page for the current amount.
Who can participate in Junior Naturalist Course (JNC)?
Students in Grade 2 to 9.
What will my child gain from Junior Naturalist Course (JNC)?
TIES certificate of completion following final field evaluation at Thattekad Bird Sanctuary. 100+ hours of hands-on field training across wetland and forest ecosystems. Small batch size (20-25 students) with subject-expert instruction in each module. Two-day trek and camping experience at Thattekad Bird Sanctuary. Guidance available for board exam natural science projects. Course launches inaugurated by senior Kerala Forest and Wildlife Department officials.
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