Side by side
NAU vs SWAYAM
Both stand on online course marketplaces. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
NAU combines a broad Portuguese course catalog with learner certificates and organizational publishing tools. Its free plan supports entry, while paid access from €20 and business options address expanded use.
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Free plan AndroidWeb
SWAYAM offers free courses across a broad range of study levels and includes several learning formats. Certificate exams cost extra, and availability varies by semester and instructor.
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| NAU | SWAYAM | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | NAU | Not published |
| Website | nau.edu.pt | swayam.gov.in |
| On online course marketplaces | #72 of 138 | #16 of 138 |
NAU: what it does well
- Hundreds of courses
- Free plan available
- Certificates for completed courses
- Business and corporate academy options
- Mixed course formats
What to know first
- Certificates generally are not degrees or qualifications
- Website is only partially conformant
- Some videos lack captions or transcripts
- Paid access starts at €20
SWAYAM: what it does well
- Course access is free.
- Online courses have no specific age or eligibility criterion.
- Some courses are self-paced with no enrollment deadline.
- Offers web and Android access.
- Course materials include videos, readings, quizzes, and discussion forums.
What to know first
- Certificate exams require a fee.
- Proctored exams take place in person at designated centres.
- Not all courses are available every semester.
- Course content requires an internet connection.