10 IGNOU Online Courses Approved by UGC

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is one of the top Indian universities that offer students Online and Distance Learning (ODL) programmes. IGNOU online courses approved by UGC are available for everyone that offer the best study materials and educational practices with top educators. IGNOU online courses are deemed to be the best programmes. UGC approved IGNOU courses provide students with online degrees. IGNOU online courses approved by UGC offer flexibility to its candidates to complete the programme in desired time. One can do IGNOU online courses part-time other than their regular jobs or household chores. Read on to find out the 10 IGNOU online courses approved by UGC which any students can opt for.
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10 IGNOU Online Courses Approved by UGC

Course Name	Eligibility Criteria	Duration	Fees(in Rs)
Certificate in Tribal Studies (CTRBS)	10+2 or its equivalent degree. You are also eligible if you have a BPP from IGNOU	6 months (min) to 2 years (max)	900 (exclusive of examination fees)
Certificate Programme in Library and Information Science (CLIS)	Either 10+2 passes or BPP from IGNOU	6months (min) to 2 years (max)	3000(exclusive of examination fees)
Bachelor of Tourism (BTS)	10+2 or any equivalent degree or a BPP from IGNOU	3 years (min) to 6 years (max)	10,200(exclusive of examination fees)
M.A. in Translation in Studies (MATS)	Graduation in any discipline but should have required Hindi and English knowledge	2 years (min) to 4 years (max)	9,600(exclusive of examination fees)
Master of Arts (Hindi) (MHD)	Bachelor's or a higher degree	2 years (min) to 4 years (max)	12,000(exclusive of examination fees)
M.A. in Gandhi and Peace Studies (MGPS)	Bachelor's or any higher degree in any discipline	2 years (min) to 4 years (max)	9000(exclusive of examination fees)
Post Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Policy (PGCAP)	Candidate has to be a graduate	6 months (min) to 2 years (max)	3600(exclusive of examination fees)
Certification in Information Technology (CIT)	Microsoft's DLC or 10th standard or SSC or IGNOU's BPP or any other equivalent	6 months (min) to 2 years (max)	6000 (exclusive of examination fees)
Certificate in Arabic Language (CAL)	10+2 or minimum 18 years of age	6 months (min) to 2 years (max)	1800 (exclusive of examination fees)
Post Graduate Certificate in Gandhi and Peace Studies (PGCGPS)	Student with any Graduation degree can pursue this program	6 months (min) to 2 years (max)	2200 (exclusive of examination fees)

10 UGC Approved IGNOU Courses To Opt For

1. Certificate in Tribal Studies (CTRBS) - This UGC approved IGNOU course focuses on tribal development. People involved in various communities' social welfare can have a certificate in a field they have an interest in. The system will provide all the basics needed for a tribe to get developed and the issues and problems it faces. English is the preferred medium of structure for this IGNOU online course. The Programme Coordinator is Dr. Rose Nembiakkim.

Syllabus of Certificate in Tribal Studies:

Understanding Tribals
Tribal Society
Tribals of South and Central Asia
Tribals in North and Northeast Region of India

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2. Certificate Programme in Library and Information Science (CLIS) - This IGNOU online course approved by UGC runs to revolutionize rural libraries and other informal sectors. People in service there do not have the proper knowledge and are untrained. They need the necessary skills and training to work in these sectors. It allows basic training for professionals working in this field. The IGNOU online course focuses on the organization and management of libraries. The medium of instruction is English though candidates can have their assignments and TEE written in Hindi. The Program Coordinator is Dr. Archana Shukla.

Syllabus of Certificate Programme in Library and Information Science

Libraries: An Introduction
Document Processing and Organization
Information Sources and Library Services
ICT in Libraries

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3. Bachelor of Tourism (BTS) - This IGNOU online course is a 3-year degree programme. As the tourism industry and areas are progressing, this IGNOU online course approved by UGC aims at providing you with various aspects of Tourism. The programme creates awareness about tourism and gives training for organizing tourism services. This UGC approved IGNOU course has 96 credits. The medium of instruction is English. The Programme Coordinator is Dr. Arvind K Dubey.

Syllabus of Bachelor of Tourism

Foundation Course in Tourism
Tourism Development: Products, Operations and Case Studies
Indian Culture: Perspective for Tourism
Ecology, Environment, and Tourism
Project on Indian Culture: Perspective for Tourism
Management in Tourism
Tourism Marketing
Project on Tourism Marketing
Fundamentals of Computer Systems
Introduction to Information Technology (I.T.)
Web-based Technologies and Multimedia Applications
Human Resource Development
Basics of Event Management
Event Planning
Event Coordination and Control
Airport Handlin

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4. M.A. in Translation in Studies (MATS) - Another in the list of IGNOU online courses approved by UGC is MATS. This program aims at improving one's translation skills. This UGC approved IGNOU course keeps in mind the importance of languages and different cultures concerning knowledge exchange. The theory and practices of translation are imparted in this course> the medium of instruction is Hindi. The Programme Coordinators are Dr. R. P. Pandey and Dr. Jagdish Sharma. From a job perspective, one can become a professional translator required in many fields and enhance their educational purposes.

Syllabus of M.A. in Translation in Studies

Anuvad SIddhant
Anuvad: Itihasaur Parampara
AnuvadaurBhashavigyan
AnuvadkeKshetra
Anuvadevam Bhartiya Bhashayen
Anuvadaur Sahitya
AnuvadaurJansanchar
KoshvigyanParibhashikShabdavaliaurAnuvad
Anuvad Evam Antarsanskritik Adhyayan
AnuvadkiRajniti
AnuvadPrakriya
Pariyojana( PariyojanaKaryaaurMaukhiki)

5. Master of Arts (Hindi) (MHD) - This IGNOU online course helps its candidates to have a more excellent knowledge of the Hindi language and its wide range. The Programme Coordinator is Prof. Satyakam. The medium of instructions in Hindi.

Syllabus of Master of Arts (Hindi) (MHD)

Aadhunik Hindi Kavya
Upanyasevam Kahani
Natakaur Anya GadyaVidhayen
Hindi Sahitya and Bhasha ka Itihas
Hindi Kavya – I
Hindi kavya - II
Sahitya Siddhanta And Samalochna
Bhasha Vigyan Aur Hindi Bhasha
Upanyaas: Swaroop Aur Vikas
Hindi Upanyas (Premchand)
Hindi Upanyaas
BharatiyaUpanyas

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6. M.A. in Gandhi and Peace Studies (MGPS) - One of the IGNOU online courses approves by UGC focuses on peace, Conflict management, Gandhian Studies, and Social Regeneration. It is for the candidate who is interested in studying Gandhian perspectives and his ideology for conflict resolution. The UGC approved IGNOU course also discusses critiques of Gandhian concepts consisting of theoretical and applied studies. This IGNOU online course offers Hindi and English both as the medium of instruction. The Programme Coordinator is Prof. D.Gopal. This programme enables its learners to join careers in teaching, research, and NGOs from job perspectives.

Syllabus of M.A. in Gandhi and Peace Studies (MGPS)

Introduction to Peace and Conflict Resolution
Philosophy of Gandhi
Gandhi's Social Thought
Gandhi's Political Thought
Gandhi's Economic Thought
Gandhi in the 21st Century
Conflict Management Transformation and Peace
Human Security
Woman and Peace
Gandhian Approach to Peace and Conflict Resolution
Human Rights: Indian Perspective
Civil Society Political Regimes and Conflicts
Gandhi: Ecology and Sustainable Development
Introduction to Research Methods
Non-Violence Movements after Gandhi
Gandhi: The Man and His Times
Dissertation

7. Post Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Policy (PGCAP) - This IGNOU online course focuses on the role of national policies in agriculture. It discusses the planning, implementation, and development of these policies for better agricultural practices. It covers various aspects of policy formulation to achieve overall growth (IGNOU Common Prospectus, 153). It aims at developing Human Resource. English is the only medium of instruction. The Programme Coordinator is Dr. P.K Jain.

Syllabus of Post Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Policy (PGCAP)

Agricultural Policy: Formulation, Components, Process, Implementation, and Comparative Analysis
Indian Agricultural Development
Cooperatives and Farmers' Organizations
Project Analysis

8. Certification in Information Technology (CIT) - This IGNOU online course approved by UGC mainly focuses on Hardware and Software concepts of Computers. It also includes Multimedia and Internet technologies. This IGNOU online course will help students develop algorithms and programs for problem-solving questions. This programme will introduce its learners to various aspects of I.T., Networking, roles of I.T., Information Systems, and Computer communication. It involves MS-Windows, Linux, C programming, and the skills for creating databases and web pages. The medium of instruction is English. The Programme Coordinator is Dr. Shashi Bhushan.

Syllabus of Certification in Information Technology (CIT)

Fundamentals of Computer Systems
Introduction to Information Technology
Web-based Technologies and Multimedia Applications
Laboratory Course

9. Certificate in Arabic Language (CAL) - This UGC approved IGNOU course acquaints people at the beginner level with essential rudiments of the Arabic language. This IGNOU online course instills the ability to read, speak, and write Arabic language with accuracy and confidence. The medium of the time is Arabic and the English language. The Programme Coordinator is Dr. Mohammed Saleem. This online course trains its learners for the positions like Translators and Interpreters, Personal Secretary or Assistant, Medical Tourism, Tourist Guide, Job in MNCs/TNC, Jobs in Gulf Countries/ Arabic Speaking Nations.

Apart from this, there is also an IGNOU online course called Certification in Russian Language (CRUL). This UGC approved IGNOU course trains its learners for the jobs of the same positions. It acquaints learners with the Russian Language at the beginner level. It instills the ability to speak, read, and write the Russian Language.

Syllabus of Certificate in Arabic Language (CAL)

Basics of Arabic
Communication Skills
Project

10. Post Graduate Certificate in Gandhi and Peace Studies (PGCGPS) - This 16 credits course by IGNOU is aimed at improving education in the Gandhian context. UGC approved IGNOU course is designed for fresh graduates, political leaders, NGOs functionaries, and teachers. You will learn how to apply and identify peaceful solutions to a local high level. A person with this degree can also pursue higher studies in this field, such as Postgraduate Diploma or M.A. in Gandhi and Peace Studies (details are shared above). According to Gandhian concepts, the program promotes social peace and regeneration ideas, non-violent activism, World Order for Global Peace and Security, and Peace and Peace and Conflict Resolution. The medium of instruction for this course is English. The Programme Coordinator is Prof. D.Gopal.

Syllabus of Post Graduate Certificate in Gandhi and Peace Studies (PGCGPS)

Introduction to Peace and Conflict Resolution
Non-Violence Movements after Gandhi
Gandhi: The Man and His Times
Gandhian Approach to Peace and Conflict Resolution

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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - 10 IGNOU Online Courses Approved by UGC

Question: What is BPP from IGNOU?

Answer:

It is a Bachelor Preparatory Programme for people who do not have an essential qualification of 10+2 and wish to pursue a Bachelor's IGNOU.

Question: What is TEE?

Answer:

TEE stands for Term End Examination, which people have given after completing the terms according to the course.

Question: Is the IGNOU online courses’ total fee inclusive of all other expenses?

Answer:

No, this is not the total fee. It excludes examination and registration fee (in some). The examination fee is decided by the University and is variable.

Question: Is this the fee per semester?

Answer:

No, this is not the fee per semester. It is the full program fees (all the years or months).

Question: How to apply for these IGNOU online courses approved by UGC?

Answer:

Visit the official website of IGNOU, and you will get all the details regarding admissions to these courses.

Question: Is there an IGNOU online MBA course too?

Answer:

Yes, but it is a distance learning program.

Question: What is UGC?

Answer:

UGC stands for University Grants Commission. If a University is not UGC recognized, it cannot issue certificates and degrees to its various courses. The body looks after the regulations, standards, and rules of the Universities of India.

Question: Is there any unique facility provided by IGNOU online courses?

Answer:

Yes, Gyandhara is one of the facilities of IGNOU where students have free access to Internet Radio Counselling service. There are live discussions on essential topics chosen by experts or teachers.