S. Vishnu Sharma
Online course in Data Science offered by IIT Madras is now open for registration. Applications are being invited.
The course which happens to be a first of its kind initiative was launched in 2020.
Online course in Data Science is a revolutionary concept that aspires to make a Data Science out of anyone who has cleared Class 12 and studied English and Maths in Class 10, regardless of their geographic location, academic background and profession.
When will classes for the next qualifier batch of online course in Data Science begin? September this year.
The programme has tasted success soon after its launch. Online course in data science attracted learners from as many as 27 states and five union territories for the foundation level.
Participants for the online course in data science were students, bankers engineers, researchers, managers, teachers and CEOs among others.
Online course in Data Science: Apply before great 30 August
What is the point that is even more interesting? This online course in data science provides an opportunity to study in IIT Madras without having to go through Joint Entrance Examination (JEE).
Students can pursue the Diploma in Programming and Data Science along with their on-campus courses.
The last date to apply for the next batch of this online course in Data Science Program is 30 August 2021.
Interested students can apply through the website – ‘https://onlinedegree.iitm.ac.in‘
Highlighting the unique aspects of this online course in Data Science, Professor Andrew Thangaraj, Professor In-Charge, Data Science Program, IIT Madras, said one can build a career in Programming and Data Science through this Diploma from IIT Madras.
The first batch of students of this online course in Data Science will be completing foundation level in August 2021 and Convocation is being planned, he said.
Speaking further about the unique aspects of this online course in Data Science, Professor Andrew said with this program, IIT Madras is delivering the highest quality learning opportunity to a very large number of learners, without compromising the rigor of the process.
The combination of online classes and in-person invigilated exams accomplishes this.
At each stage of this online course in data science, students will have the freedom to exit from the program and receive a Certificate, Diploma or a Degree, from IIT Madras.
IIT Madras offers the Diploma in Programming and Data Science with a unique model of learning combining online course delivery with in-person evaluation making it a first of its kind in the world.
IIT Madras is providing scholarships upto 75% of the course fee to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Dr. Vignesh Muthuvijayan, Professor In-Charge, Data Science Program, IIT Madras, said Data science is becoming an effective tool in solving many real-world problems and is being increasingly adopted across industries to make informed business decisions.
The specializations in Programming and Data Science were chosen since the concepts can be taught completely online, including hands-on practical learning.
A total of 7,116 learners have joined the first batch of the foundation level after clearing the qualifier process.
Students through regular entry can join the diploma level after completing foundation level.
At diploma level, students can either do a Diploma in Programming or a Diploma in Data Science or both.
Amit Tiwari, a student from Kanpur shared his feedback about taking this online course in Data Science.
Thanks to IIT Madras for coming up with this great online course in Data Science.
‘This is not just an ordinary program, a ray of hope for so many students like me. We are getting the opportunity to learn the best from the best faculty and Professors of India.’
Structure of this program and organization of each and every activity is very smooth, he said speaking about online course in Data Science.
‘There are lots of things like the student houses, clubs etc. that make this program exciting and unique.’
Dheeraj Kumar also shared his feedback on taking this online course in Data Science.
This online course in Data Science is one of the best programs that I can find online.
The structure of the program is very relevant as per the industry and the quality of the content is as good as the IIT on-campus program, he said speaking about online course in Data Science.
This is also the cheapest program available given the quality of the content, he said.
Dheeraj Kumar is a learner in the foundational level in this online course in Data Science and is assistant manager at a multinational bank.
As a part of the application process with regards to this online course in Data Science, all the applicants will go through a qualifier process, wherein IIT Madras provides four weeks of online training through video lectures, assignments, and live interactions with the course instructors.
Upon completion of the online assignments, students are eligible to appear for the qualifier exam.
Learners who clear the qualifier exam will be offered admission to the foundation level of this online course in Data Science.