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Government Launches World’s First Online B.Sc Degree in Programming and Data Science

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Human Resources and Development Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank today virtually launched World’s first ever online B.Sc. degree in Programming and Data Science.
The programme has been prepared and offered by the Indian Institute of Technology, IIT Madras.
Data Science is one of the fastest growing sectors that is predicted to create 11.5 million jobs by 2026.
Online education is a trend being rapidly embraced for high quality education on a large scale.
This programme is open to anyone who has passed Class 12th, with English and Maths at the Class 10th level, and enrolled in any on-campus UG course.
Addressing the participants, Mr Pokhriyal informed that the current batch of students who are completing their Class 12th in 2020 are eligible to apply.
He said, Graduates and working professionals can also take up this programme.
Mr Pokhriyal added that this unique offering removes all barriers of age, discipline or geographic location and provides access to a world-class curriculum in data science which is in huge demand for skilled professionals.
The Minister said, the students who are currently enrolled in a different on-campus program anywhere in the country can pursue this degree program without needing to switch careers or courses.

About Ministry of Human Resources and Development–

The Ministry of Human Resource Development, formerly Ministry of Education, is responsible for the development of human resources in India.