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Course Details
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati, offers a 4-year online BSc (Hons) degree in data science and artificial intelligence. Offered under the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, the programme prepares students to meet industry needs. The Online BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at IIT Guwahati will be offered on Coursera so that international learners can also pursue it. Designed for every level of learner - Class 12th students and working professionals - the online degree opens up career options like Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Data Engineer, AI Engineer, Data Consultant, and others.
Programme Offerings
- 100% online degree
- Offered on Coursera
- live sessions
- Recorded videos
- Guest lectures
- 299 Credits
- 3 Terms per year
- Multi-Exit System
- 4-week campus immersion plan
- hands-on training
- IIT Guwahati faculty members
- assessments
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the IIT Guwahati Online BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence programme, aspirants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Must have completed Class 12th or equivalent.
Candidates should have secured a minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying exam.
Candidates must have studied Mathematics as one of the compulsory subjects.
Admission Details
After meeting the eligibility criteria, candidates are required to apply for admission online to pursue the IIT Guwahati Online BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Applicants will be ranked based on a Composite Score which includes their performance in Class 10, 12, and the online course. They are given admission based on rank. Candidates appearing in JEE (Advance) and having registered for it (in any year) will be provided direct admission.
Application Details
Applicants can follow the step-by-step processes given below to enrol in the IIT Guwahati Online BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence:
Step 1: Visit the official website - https://iitg.ac.in/acad/admission/online/
Step 2: Satisfy the course eligibility criteria
Step 3: Fill up the application form online
Step 4: Submit the supporting documents
Step 5: Review the application
Step 6: Pay the requisite application fee of Rs. 500/-
Documents required for admission:
Scanned copy of the Mark sheet and Certificate of Class 10
Scanned copy of the Mark sheet and Certificate of Class 12 or equivalent
A copy of JEE (Advanced) Admit Card, or any other document (For JEE Advanced-based Entry)
The Syllabus
The IIT Guwahati Online BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence syllabus is structured over four years. The curriculum is designed trimester-wise; each year involves three trimesters. Students will be given a total of 299 Credits for the four-year BSc(Hons) programme. They will also have the option to exit at various points by earning the respective certificate after completing the required coursework. The detailed online BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence syllabus at IIT Guwahati is mentioned below.
Basic English
Data Analysis Basics
Introduction to Statistics
Linear Algebra
Data Science: An Introduction
Computer System Tools
AI Basics
Data Structures
Algorithm Design & Analysis
Introduction to R
Relational Database Management Systems
Optimization
Basic Econometrics
Data Mining & Warehousing
Statistical Inferencing
Signal and systems
Social Media Tools and Techniques
Data Modeling & Visualization
Time Series Analysis & Forecasting
Machine Learning Fundamentals
Recommender Systems
Deep Learning Essentials
Elective 1 (Theory/Systems/Business Applications/Online bucket)
Internship-I/ TermProject-I
Ethics in AI
Elective 2 (Theory/Systems/Business Applications/ Online buckets)
Elective 3 (Theory/Systems/Business Applications/ Online buckets)
Internship-II/ Term-Project-II
Soft Skill Enhancement
Elective 4 (Theory/Systems/Business Applications/Online buckets)
Elective5 (Theory/Systems/ Business Applications/ Online buckets)
Internship-III/ TermProject-III
Elective6 (Theory/Systems/Business Applications/Online bucket)
Capstone Project - Phase I
Basics of Reinforcement Learning
Elective 7 (Theory/Systems/Business Applications/Online bucket)
Capstone Project - Phase II
Entrepreneurship and Startup
Elective 8 (Theory/Systems/Business Applications/Online bucket)
Capstone Project - Phase III
Evaluation Process
IIT Guwahati conducts assessments in an online proctored mode for the online BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence programme. Students are not required to visit any centre to appear in classroom examinations.
Student Reviews for B.Sc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Hons
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College Infrastructure
The college is having a very developed infrastructure, their are some water disposal facilities that can be improved else it is good. You will get wifi also. In hostel study table and personal Almirah is provided to students.
IIT Guwahati (IITG) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The total programme fee is Rs. 3,49,000. Students are required to pay Rs. 50,000 at the time of admission.
Candidates who are eligible to appear in JEE (Advanced) and have registered for it (in any year) will gain direct admission.
The online degree programme offers a multi-exit option to students to exit at any point by earning the respective certificate upon completing the required coursework.
Upon completion of the online degree, you will explore career prospects such as Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, AI Research Scientist, Data Engineer, AI Engineer, Data Consultant, and others.
For any queries, you can write to admissions_bsc_dsai@iitg.ac.in.