IGNOU - Indira Gandhi National Open University

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.

Both DU SOL and IGNOU are popular among students for distance programmes. Candidates can consider factors like course fee, ranking, degree acceptance, and more, while making a choice. The minimum eligibility criteria for MA at both the open learning universities/platforms is a valid bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognised board. 

Below table showcases the MA course fee at IGNOU and DU SOL:

NOTE: The aforementioned fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to change and hence, is indicative.

The first step of the IGNOU MA admission process is to check the eligibility requirements. Candidates who meet the criteria can visit the IGNOU official website to register and apply for the desired MA course. After verification of the application, candidates can pay the fee to confirm admission. To get details regarding the MA programmes, aspirants can also visit the regional centres of the open university. 

Indira Gandhi National Open University admit candidates to its MA courses on a merit basis. The applications are shortlisted based on aggregate in the last qualifying exam, i.e., the bachelor's degree course. Thus, the aspirants who meet the course-specific eligibility criteria can proceed with the registration procedure. There is no entrance exam score requirement. After registration, the candidate's details are verified. Following this, aspirants can pay the required fee amount to confirm their seats. 

No, IGNOU does not offer a PG Diploma in Neuropsychology. However, it offers various courses that involve the study of neuropsychology. You can pursue BA Psychology and MA Psychology in IGNOU. If you have already completed master's degree in Psychology them you can pursue PG Diploma in Mental Health (PGDMH). It is a one-year course. You can pursue this course if you have completed a postgraduate degree in Psychology, Social Work or Nursing. The course is also open for medical graduates. There is no age limit prescribed for the course. 

Indira Gandhi Open University MA fee structure shall include tuition fee, a one-time fee, and a registration fee. The registration fee amount is non-refundable. Candidates have to pay the fee amount after registration for admission confirmation. IGNOU MA tuition fee ranges between INR 7,000 and INR 25,000. The fee payment can be done online via credit card/debit card/net banking. This fee amount is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.