IGNOU - Indira Gandhi National Open University

IGNOU BSc course curriculum include subjects categories as core courses, discipline specific courses, ability enhancement courses, skill enhancement courses, and generic electives. Some of the core subjects included in the IGNOU BSc (H) Biochemistry course curriculum are:

• Molecules of Life
• Cell Biology
• Proteins
• Enzymes
• Metabolism of Carbohydrates and Lipids
• Human Physiology
• Concepts in Genetics
• Immunology, etc.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University offer admission on a first-come-first-serve basis. There is no set seat intake at the open universities. Hence, the seat count is directly proportional to the number of applicants. IGNOU BSc seat allotment is merit-based, except for PB BSc Nursing course. For the nursing course, seats are allotted based on scores in OPENNET exam. Candidates can get a seat in the course by registering on the IGNOU admission portal in online mode.

Yes, the Indira Gandhi National Open University registrations are open for the 2024-25 admission year. The application deadline was extended to Oct 31 for the Jul session by the university. The registrations are open for fresh admissions and re-registrations. Candidates seeking admission must submit their application on or before the prescribed due date. The registration procedure is completely online.

The curriculum of IGNOU MSc in Mathematics with application in Computer Science is inclusive of various subjects related to the field. It is a two-year course, which is divided into four semesters. The curriculum has semester-wise course syllabus. Some of the subjects included in the course curriculum are:

• Programming and Data Structure
• Algebra
• Probability and Statistics
• Mathematical Modelling
• Graph Theory
• Coding Theory
• Soft Computing and Its Applications, etc.

IGNOU MSc in Geography course curriculum is inclusive of practical subjects in first three semesters. In the last semester, a compulsory project has to be done. Candidates can check below the practical subjects included in the curriculum:

• Cartography
• Methods of Geographic Analysis: Quantitative and Qualitative
• Geospatial Analysis
• Field Survey Methods: Physics and Socio-Economics

IGNOU MSc course of two-year is divided into semester pattern. The first year of the programme is divide into two semesters. IGNOU MSc course include theory and lab subjects. Mentioned below is the semester-wise list of subjects included in the course curriculum:

First Semester:

• Fundamentals of Environmental Science and Ecology
• Earth Processes
• Environmental Chemistry
• Environmental Science Lab course - 1

Second Semester:

• Sustainable Natural Resource Management
• Environmental Pollution, Control and Management
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Environmental Science Lab course - 2
• Elective Course

IGNOU admission to MSc course is subject to fulfilment of the eligibility criteria. The selection is done based on merit in the last qualifying exam, i.e., bachelor's degree. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can directly apply on the official website of the open university official website. After the application is submitted, it is verified by the authorities. To confirm admission, the aspirants need to pay the admission fee amount. IGNOU MSc tuition fee ranges between INR 15,000 and INR 43,200. This fee amount is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to change and hence, is indicative.

IGNOU MA graduates can find job opportunities in government or private sector. The criteria may vary for certain job profiles. There is a good demand for candidates with MA in Economic degree, the graduates can find jobs as Economic Researchers, Analysts, Consultants and Strategists. Some of the job opportunities available in the government sector are financial manager, economic consultant, and financial risk or investment analysts. 

IGNOU MA in Education is a two-year course, divided into four semesters. There are a list of subjects included in each semester. The subjects taught in the first year of IGNOU MA in Education programme as per its curriculum are:

• Educational Resarch
• Understanding Education
• Education: Nature and Purposes
• Learning, Learnerer, and Development
• Societal Context of Education
• Operational Dimensions of Education

IGNOU MA course curriculum include subjects related to the field of Economics. The two-year course is divided into four semesters. There is a certain credit attached to each subject. Mentioned below are some of the subjects covered in the course:

• Micro Economics
• Macro Economics
• Public Economics
• Indian Economy, etc.