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    The Indian Institute of Information Technology Kottayam (IIIT Kottayam) offers an M.Tech programme in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals. This six-semester specialised, self-paced postgraduate programme prepares learners for careers in the Data Science, Data Engineering and Advanced Analytics field. The M.Tech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals at IIIT Kottayam allows learners to apply concepts to simulated and real-world situations.

    The IIIT Kottayam MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals combines face-to-face classes, live online lectures and virtual labs conducted over weekends. There is a Continuous Evaluation System to assess learners over convenient and regular intervals. Learners can extend this programme to an integrated PhD programme.


    Programme Offerings

    • live online classes
    • Virtual labs
    • Case Studies
    • simulations
    • Flexible learning
    • Continuous evaluation system
    • Robust curriculum
    • project work

    Eligibility Criteria

    To enrol in the IIIT Kottayam MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

    • A B.Tech /BE /AMIE degree or MCA or MSc / MS degree in CS /IT / Mathematics/ Physics/Statistics. 

    • A minimum one year of work experience in industry and must be employed at the time of applying.

    • The candidate should have scored at least 60% in the degree examination.

    Admission Details

    Admission to IIIT Kottayam MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals is made based on an assessment process conducted by the institute. Shortlisted candidates get admission offers and are notified to make the fee payment to get enrolled in the programme.

    Application Details

    Here is the step-by-step process for IIIT Kottayam MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals admission:

    • Visit the official website - iiitkottayam.ac.in/#!/mtech_home

    • Navigate through the programme and meet the eligibility criteria

    • Complete an online application form

    • Sit for a selection process

    • Once shortlisted, pay the programme fee

    • Get your documents verified

    • Start learning

    The Syllabus

    The syllabus of MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals at IIIT Kottayam is structured across six semesters, where the last two semesters involve project work. The details MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals syllabus at IIIT Kottayam is as follows:

    • Statistical Foundations for Data Science

    • Programming and Data Structures

    • Introduction to AI and Data Science

    • Mathematical Foundations for Data Science

    • Artificial Intelligence

    • Data Mining

    • Machine Learning

    • Elective I

    • Elective II

    • Elective III

    • Elective IV

    • Business Analytics

    • Project (Stage 1)

    • Project (Stage 2)

    Electives:

    • Real time-Analytics

    • Information Retrieval

    • Ethics for Data Science

    • Natural Language Processing

    • Advanced Topics in Data Processing

    • Deep Learning

    • Big Data Analytics

    • Data Visualization and Predictive analytics

    • Graphs Algorithms and Mining

    Evaluation Process

    IIIT Kottayam follows a continuous evaluation system to assess MTech in AI and Data Science learners over regular intervals. 

    IIIT Kottayam Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: Is the IIIT Kottayam MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals a full-time or part-time course?

    This is a three-year, self-paced postgraduate programme designed specifically for working professionals. 

    2: How are the classes conducted for MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals?

    The classes are conducted in a combination of face-to-face, live online lectures. 

    3: Is work experience mandatory for IIIT Kottayam MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals?

    Yes, candidates must have at least one year of work experience in industry and must be employed at the time of applying.

    4: Who can apply for IIIT Kottayam MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals?

    To apply for MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals at IIIT Kottayam, candidates must hold a B.Tech /BE /AMIE degree or MCA or MSc / MS degree in CS /IT / Mathematics/ Physics/Statistics, with at least 60% marks.

    5: Is there an entrance exam required for IIIT Kottayam MTech in AI and Data Science for Working Professionals?

    Yes, admission is based on the performance in the assessment process.

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