Delhi University Signs MoU with C-DAC to Enhance Research Activities and Curriculum
The collaboration between University of Delhi and C-DAC aims to enhance the research and academic programmes in the area of AI/ ML models and hardware optimized implementatios for domains such as Quantum Computing, Cryptography and more.
The University of Delhi (DU) has formed an academic collaboration with Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC). The collaboration has been formed in order to achieve the academic advancement and research activities. Besides, through this collaboration, the Delhi University and CDAC will focus on enhancing the research part in the currilum to offer state-of-the-art academics to the students.
The University of Delhi and C-DAC will cooperate on creative campaigns, submit collaborative research proposals for financing, and work jointly to develop technology and solutions that benefit public. The agreement also emphasizes industry-academia collaboration including internships, corporate visits, higher learning, and real-world initiative possibilities, ensuring that students get practical information and hands-on experience.
Benefits of MoU Between Delhi University and C-DAC
- In the field of innovative Adaptable AI/ML models and hardware-optimized solutions for many disciplines.
- In the field of quantum computing.
- In the field of cryptography and postquantum cryptography.
- In the field of computing with high performance.
- In terms of electronic card technologies and secure computing.
- Engineers and faculty share scientific and technological information.
- Eligible Staff for Ph.D. (Part-Time) Admission to DU in accordance with authorized requirements.
- Joint supervision of undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students, as well as course work/projects at CDAC or DU.
- Participating in joint research activities by engaging with nationally or internationally financed programs.
- Co-organize events like seminars, workshops, events, and training programs.
- Training of students, engineers, and staff from both institutions based on the facilities and resources available
- Academic and project apprenticeships for DU students in CDAC centers.
- Any additional aim agreed to in writing by both institutions.
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Delhi University offers full-time MA in multiple specialisations from a number of DU-affiliated colleges. The duration of the programme is two years. Starting 2023, DU admission to all the PG courses will be subject to CUET PG scores seat allotment. Candidates who qualify for the exam have to apply on the official website for final seat allotment.
Check out the details regarding DU MA admission in the below table:
Particulars |
DU MA Highlights 2023 |
|---|---|
Duration |
2 years |
Fee |
INR 360 - INR 43,730 |
Number of specialisations |
38 |
Name of specialisations |
English, Hindi, German, French, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, etc. |
Seats |
Dependent on affiliated colleges |
Popular colleges for MA |
Hindu College, Miranda House, LSR College, Hansraj College & Gargi College, etc. |
Common eligibility |
BA (Hons)/ BA or any other equivalent degree in the relevant discipline with 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ST/PwD |
Accepted entrance exam |
CUET PG |
*The fee is sourced from unofficial sources. Hence, it is indicative. Additionally, it signifies the commutative MA fee across all DU-affiliated colleges.
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At the undergraduate level, DU offers BSc (Hons) and BSc programmes across 19 and 10 specialisations, respectively, of three years' duration. Offered in both honours and general specialisationshe, the honours courses are more specialised and focus on a particular subject area while the general courses are more broad-based and cover a wider range of subjects, such as BSc (General) or BSc (Pass).
Out of the 90+ affiliated colleges under DU, more than 25 instituites offer BSc or BSc (Hons) courses to the students. Admission to all these courses was subject to merit in Class 12 till 2021. However, starting 2022, admission for all the undergraduate courses at DU will be based on CUET (conducted by NTA). The most popular specialisations offered under BSc (Hons) at the University of Delhi remain Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Computer Science, among various others. However, the popularity and choice of the course must depend on students' interest and academic background.