IIT Madras Launches First Online BSc In Programming And Data Science

The Union Minister of Human Resource Development Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank' virtually launched Indian Institute of Technology Madras' online BSc degree in Programming and Data Science on Tuesday. This is the first online degree programme being offered by IIT Madras.

This online BSc degree programme is open to anyone who has qualified Class 12 examination, studied English and Mathematics at the Class 10 level, and enrolled in any on-campus undergraduate course.

As per a statement, the online BSc Degree in Programming and Data Science will be offered in three different stages - Foundational Programme, Diploma Programme and Degree Programme. At any stage, students can exit from the program and receive a Certificate, Diploma or a Degree, respectively, from IIT Madras.