B.Sc. Computer Science (Data Science) 

at Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai

Yes, Madurai Kamaraj University does offer BSc courses through the university and its affiliated colleges. Moreover, the university offers BSc courses in distance/ online mode. University's affiliated college offers BSc courses in full-time mode. The basic requirement for admission to BSc courses is candidates must complete their Class 12 from Science stream and relevant subjects. 

Candidates can check out the step-by-step process for MKU admissions:

1: Register with basic details and generate login credentials.

2: Using login credentials, fill out the application form in the given slots with all required information such as personal and educational details.

3: Complete the application process by submitting the document and paying an adequate amount of the application fee.

The below-mentioned steps to complete MKU DDE admission procedure:

1: Apply for the course of choice.

2: Fill out the form

3: Submit the required documents.

4: Shortlisted candidates will receive a letter via mail.

5: Pay the course admission fees.

The documents required at MKU DDE admissions are:

• Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets
• Migration certificate
• Transfer certificate
• Category certificate (in case of SC/ST/OBC candidates)
• Income certificate (in case of EWS category candidates)

No, MKU DDE does not provide a refund of fees if a student wishes to cancel or withdraw his/her admission. However, the institute may provide a refund of fees in the following cases:

• Duplicate payments: If students have accidentally made duplicate payments for the same programme, they are entitled to a refund of duplicate payment.
• Processing errors: If an error has been made in processing a student's payment that results in an overcharge or incorrect amount being deducted, then the particular student is entitled to a refund of duplicate payment.
• Service cancellation: In case the institute decided to cancel the programme, any fees paid by  the students are refunded.

The MKU DDE application form requires students to upload scanned photocopies of certain academic documents. Such candidates are required to upload scanned copies of the following documents:

• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
• Migration certificate
• Transfer certificate
• Income certificate (in case of EWS category candidates)
• Category certificate (in case of SC/ST/OBC candidates)

MKU DDE offers BSc courses with an array of specialisations for students to choose from. Prospective career choices and expected salary also depend on students' skill sets and competencies. Tabulated below are a few career options and respective industry-based average payouts commonly pursued by BSc graduates:

• Plant Breeder/Grafting Expert: INR 4.6 LPA
• Clinical Research Associate: INR 4.2 LPA
• Soil Forestry Officer: INR 3.8 LPA
• Biostatistician: INR 5.7 LPA

As per the students’ reviews on Shiksha page, various recruiters from diverse sectors visited every year at Directorate of Distance Education, Madurai Kamaraj University and placed students in various sectors. The top recruiters of who participated during the recent placements at Directorate of Distance Education, Madurai Kamaraj University include Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, ICICI Bank, TCS, Infosys, etc.

The DDEMKU average package offered during the 2023 placement drive is yet to be released on the official website. However, as per the recent reviews students on Shiksha page, the average package offered during the recent placements at Directorate of Distance Education, Madurai Kamaraj University stood at INR 2 LPA. The same is tabulated below:

Note: The average package mentioned above has been taken from students’ reviews on the Shiksha page.