B.Sc In Programming & Data Science By IIT Madras

As the game-changer, IIT Madras has introduced the online programmme at the degree and diploma level in the areas of programming and data science. The IIT Madras B.Sc Data Science courses can be joined by any interested candidate regardless of age or location. This IIT Madras B.Sc in Programming and Data Science course is an innovative combination of online learning and in-person assessment making it flexible and affordable for students. Candidates pursuing this course will have the additional advantage of a degree from IIT Madras and becoming a part of the IIT Madras alumni network.

With this, B.Sc online degree, IIT Madras is pioneering into a completely online programme that claims to produce graduates that will be skilled ready for this sector that is in high demand - Programming and Data Science. All the relevant information about B.Sc in Programming & Data Science by IIT Madras is given in detail on this page. Read on to find out more about the B.Sc in Programming & Data Science.

IIT Madras Data Science and Programming Courses

Candidates can opt for the following from IIT Madras.

Diploma in Programming
Diploma in Data Science
BSc Degree in Programming and Data Science

Who Can Apply for IIT Madras B.Sc Data Science

No age limit or stream restrictions.
Can learn from anywhere. However, the exam centres are currently restricted to India, UAE, and Sri Lanka.

Mandatory Requirements to Enroll in IIT Madras B.Sc Data Science

Good internet access along with a laptop/desktop device.
Students opting for this course should be able to travel to assigned exam centres for
quizzes and exams, each term.

Structure or Admission Process of IIT Madras Online Course

The admission into IIT Madras B.Sc Data Science will be done through two paths- regular and diploma only. However, students can start at any level of the programme. Depending on the courses completed, the student will receive Foundational Certificate from Centre for Continuing Education, IIT Madras, or Diploma from IIT Madras. The programme is divided into three levels:

Foundational Level (8 courses)
Diploma Level (6 Programming courses + 6 Data Science courses)
Degree Level (11 courses)

Quick Fact Check

Particulars	Specifications
Total Courses	31 (116 credits, including 4 skill enhancement courses.)
Time Taken to Complete	3 - 6 years (Student engagement will be approximately 10hrs/course/week.)
Fees	Each term, pay only for courses you register for (Check detailed fees structure below)
Online Courses & Assignments	The duration of each course is 12 weeks. Each week comprising 2-3 hrs of videos, practice questions, text transcripts, and online graded assignments.
Quizzes and Exams	3 Quizzes and one End Term Exam for each course - in person and invigilated.

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Eligibility for IIT Madras Online B.Sc Degree

Studying Mathematics and English in class 10 is important for this course. Also, the candidate must have passed class 12. To join the foundational courses, candidates must meet any one of the given criteria below:

Currently enrolled / previously enrolled in any Bachelor's Degree program in campus mode
Completed 1 year (campus mode only) diploma
Completed CA Inter

Steps to apply for IIT Madras B.Sc Data Science

Step 1: Register and fill in the application form. (app.onlinedegree.iitm.ac.in/auth/login) Visit here.

Step 2: Uploading required documents

Document	File Size
Passport size photograph (JPG / JPEG format)	50KB to 150KB
Signature (JPEG / JPG format)	4KB to 150KB
Photo ID Card Scan - Aadhar Card / PAN Card / Passport / Voter ID / Driving License / 12th Admit card with photo / other Government ID with photo (JPEG / JPG / PDF format)	50KB to 2MB
Category Certificate - only for SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS (JPEG / JPG / PDF format)	50KB to 2MB
PwD Certificate - only for applicants with 40% or more disability (JPEG / JPG / PDF format)	50KB to 2MB

Step 3: Pay the application fee. Details are

Gen and OBC category: Rs.3,000
PwD/ SC/ ST: Rs 1500
PWd belonging to SC/ST: Rs750

* Additional Exam Fee to be paid for learners opting to write Qualifier Exam in an Exam Centre outside India.

Regular Entry for IIT Madras Online Course

Students joining the B.Sc online degree by IIT Madras via ‘Regular Entry’ will join at the ‘Foundational Level’. This level allows students with different educational backgrounds to learn the basics of Statistics, Math, Computational Thinking, English, and Python programming. This Foundation Level will allow students to take up the Diploma Level and then the Degree Level courses.

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Three Exit Options for One Entered Through Regular Entry

Foundational Level- certificate from Centre for Continuing Education, IIT Madras.
Diploma in Programming or Diploma in Data Science from IIT Madras
BSc Degree in Programming and Data Science from IIT Madras

Diploma Only Entry for IIT Madras Online Course

This entry is majorly for working professionals or learners who already possess the fundamentals taught in Foundational Level courses and wish to pursue one or two Diplomas (Diploma in Programming or Diploma in Data Science) from IIT Madras. Students entering through this level can only do Diploma courses and cannot proceed to the Degree Level courses. Authorities will open the application process for Diploma Only Entry in August 2021. Therefore, details related to its eligibility criteria, and qualifier exam will be announced soon.

IIT Madras B.Sc Data Science Structure

Specifications	Foundation Level	Degree Level	Diploma Level
What it carries?	This comprises courses in Mathematics, Basics of Programming and Python, Statistics, and English.	This comprises courses that complete the requirements for the B.Sc degree.	Two sections are there- Diploma in Programming and Diploma in Data Science. Each of these diplomas carries 5 core courses and 1 skill enhancement course.
Requirements for Registration	Can apply for and clear the Qualifier Process.	Can join this course via Regular Entry, cleared all 8 Foundational Level courses and all 12 Diploma Level courses.	Can join this course after clearing all 8 Foundational Level courses or should have joined via Diploma Only Entry.
Courses and Credits	8 courses 32 credits	11 courses 40 credits	6 + 6 courses 22 + 22 credits
Duration	1 - 3 years 10 hrs/course/week	1 - 3 years 10 hrs/course/week	1 - 3 years 10 hrs/course/week
Fees	Rs.32,000*	Rs.1,00,000*	Rs.1,10,000*
Exit Option	Can exit with a Foundational Certificate from Centre for Continuing Education, IIT Madras. Can proceed to the Diploma Level.	Once candidates complete 40 credits from Degree Level courses, they can exit with a BSc Degree in Programming & Data Science from IIT Madras. Also, they can exit with a Diploma in Programming from IIT Madras	Can exit with a Diploma in Programming from IIT Madras. Can exit with a Diploma in Data Science from IIT Madras. Can exit with both Diplomas from IIT Madras. If you have entered through the Diploma Only Entry, you cannot proceed to the Degree Level.

For better clarity, refer to the picture below.

IIT Madras B.Sc Data Science Structure

**Image Source: official website of IIT Madras

Term Structure of IIT Madras Online Course

IIT divides every year into three terms - January Term, May Term, and September Term. In these three terms, aspirants can register for a course if they meet the prerequisites for that particular programme. However, students must note that they will be allowed to register for upto 4 courses in a term. This will be allowed on the basis of their performance in the previous exams.

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IIT Madras Online Course Fees Structure

Each term, pay only for the courses you register for.

Foundational Level - Rs 4,000 per course.
Skill Enhancement courses in Diploma/Degree Level - Rs 5,000 per course
All other courses in Diploma/Degree Level - Rs 10,000 per course

Note: Fee waivers depend on the category of the student and family income.

IIT Madras Online Course Structure

Specifications	Particulars
Duration	Core courses duration in Foundational, Diploma, and Degree Level is 12 weeks
Credits	4 credits each. However, the ‘Skill Enhancement courses’ and ‘Electives’ in Degree Level have varying credits.
Fees	The fee for each term depends on the total credits one registers for in that term.
Video Content	You will get recorded video content every week that will carry a series of lectures, step-by-step instructions on how to solve them and sample problems. The duration of each video will be 15 to 30 minutes.
Assignments	Along with the videos, weekly assignments will be released that need to be submitted online within the given time frame.
Quizzes	3 quizzes for each course, one each at the end of weeks 4, 7, and 10. Note: All the quizzes and the exams have to be attempted in person, at designated exam centres.
Pass Criteria for each course	Total Course Score (T) = Average Quiz Score Q (out of 50) + End Term Score E (out of 50) A candidate is deemed to have passed a course if Total Course Score (T) >= 50/100. This criteria is the same for all students in the programming certification course.

Contact Details:

Address: IITM BSc Degree Office, 3rd Floor, ICSR Building, IIT Madras, Chennai - 600036

Phone: 7850-999966 (Mon-Fri 9am-6pm)

Email: support@onlinedegree.iitm.ac.in

Whatsapp Support: +91 9840776800

Website: onlinedegree.iitm.ac.in/index.html

Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - B.Sc In Programming & Data Science By IIT Madras

Question: Is this programme available on-campus?

Answer:

No. IIT Madras has curated this course exclusively as an online programme.

Question: Will candidates enrolled in this programme have access to IIT Madras campus facilities?

Answer:

Candidates enrolled in the programme will not have access to IITM campus facilities.

Question: Is this programme available in other regional languages?

Answer:

The course is taught only in English.

Question: What is the duration to complete the online degree course, if I am working?

Answer:

The full programme can take anywhere between 3-6 years to complete. While a diploma can be obtained faster (around 8 months - 2 years).

Question: How will the classes be conducted? Will there be an interactive session?

Answer:

On a weekly basis, assignments and pre-recorded lessons will be made available on the official portal of IIT Madras. Apart from this, one or two LIVE sessions per course may be conducted.