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Is there Msc maths in IGNOU?

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Pratik Chauhan Posted On : November 10th, 2020
B.Sc. from Indira Gandhi National Open University (2018)

Indira Gandhi National Open University is the only university that provides open, distance, and online modes of learning in the country. It basically has extended its affiliation to 21 schools.

It is known as People’s University as it provides access to higher education to all segments of society. The university offers a network of 56 regional centers, 11 recognized regional centers, and approximately 2000 support centers across the country. It offers 21 different school education to its individuals across the country.

The MSC course is provided in 3 different streams. It is also provided in Mathematics with Computer Science. The other details are described below.

Admission:

  • It is a distance course with a minimum duration of 2 years and a maximum of 4 years.

  • The fees for students in the general category stand at Rs. 33,600 while for the scheduled caste category it is Rs. Rs. 26,400.

Eligibility:

  • The mandatory criterion stands around being a graduate with Honours in Mathematics. The minimum score should be at least 50%.

  • BA/BS.C. degree is also acceptable with mathematics one of three main subjects.

Program Structure:

  • The course curriculum consists of both core and elective courses.

  • The program follows the credit system, providing credits at the completion of different elements.

  • The credits distribution can be divided into three parts, i.e. Core courses- 34 credits, Elective Courses- 26 credits, Projects- 4 credits

  • Core courses are taught during the first two semesters to gain hands-on knowledge of the subject.

  • Elective courses are more inclined towards the application of mathematical sciences.

Program Resources:

  • The university provides study material in various formats to the students due to the distance pattern of examinations.

  • It can include self-instructional print material, wrap-around material, assignments, counseling sessions, projects, and practical work.

  • The print material is provided to candidates through the post to access detailed mechanisms.

On the whole, the entire program is designed to make learners properly trained with the core mathematicaladmi knowledge. The fee range is also not very high making it an advantage plus a distance course is always preferable if you are doing a job or pursuing some other regular courses from any institute.

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How is MSc. Economics in IIT Roorkee?

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Rishabh Posted On : July 3rd, 2024
student at IIT Roorkee

I am a student of MSc. Economics at IIT Roorkee. Here are some advantages of joining this institution for an MSc. in Economics:

  • The classrooms and library are well-equipped at IIT Roorkee.
  • The teaching quality is excellent.
  • All the professors are very helpful and highly qualified.
  • The department of Economics at IIT Roorkee conducts various programs to make its students industry ready. The students are guided on important topics such as how to crack an interview.
  • The department students receive internship offers from prestigious organisations like RBI and Ministry of Finance, and the private sector.
  • The hostel facilities at IIT Roorkee are excellent.
  • The median salary offered to MSc. Economics graduates during placements is around INR 12 LPA.

Based on all these factors, I would say that the MSc. Economics program at IIT Roorkee is worth opting for. 

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Is pursuing a dual MSc B.E. in BITS Pilani tough?

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Shruti Dasgupta Posted On : July 3rd, 2023
Student at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

Yes, pursuing a dual MSc BE in BITS Pilani is a very tough and tedious journey. One of my friends ended up going for a dual degree and considers it a complete waste of time. Here is a synopsis of the entire journey.

  • First year: The first year is the deciding time for your BE degree so dualities have to work hard and score a high CGPA. 
  • Second year: This year is relaxed as you will be taught only the courses from your first degree (MSc Degree).
  • Third year: It's from this year that your dual degree flaws will start becoming prominent. While the single-degree students will be busy with humanities electives, you will be busy with compulsory discipline electives in both your degrees. This is also the year that will make you realize which degree you want to pursue professionally. However, by this time you will have 2 degrees to pursue so you won’t be able to give the degree you like enough time. 
  • Fourth year: This year again is very challenging especially if you do PS for two semesters. You will have to study eight courses without any breaks. Because of this your other degree will suffer and result in poor CG. Your PS chances will be affected in turn that depends on your grades. 
  • Fifth year: The fifth-year welcomes the most dreaded thesis. While your counterparts will have to do two discipline electives and another two humanities, you will be doing a 15 credits course alongside sitting for placements. According to the new rules, it is compulsory for students to do a thesis in one degree and PS in the other. Usually, students prefer doing PS in the degree of their choice so a thesis in the degree of not your choice is very difficult.

Overall, I feel that a dual degree is a waste of time and you should reconsider your decision if you are planning to get one.

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How is the life of an MS (by research) student at IIT Madras?

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Aditi Banerjee Posted On : March 28th, 2023
Lives in Bangalore

One of my friends was an MS student at IIT Madras and she loved the time spent pursuing that course. 

  1. It gave her a sort of exhilarating experience of freedom to pursue whatever and however she wanted in her academics. 
  2. The research helps you learn how to tackle the challenges on your own.
  3. Since you do not belong to a certain class, you might feel lonely sometimes but for some this might actually be a good thing. You get more time to invest in studying for your research.
  4. A typical morning of an MS student at IIT Madras begins around 8-9 and there are no fixed timings as you don’t have any classes to attend. You wake up and check if the computation you had left overnight on the supercomputer has converged or not. 
  5. After this, go to the mess for breakfast and then head to the labs.
  6. You start coding and solving problems. If you face a problem you read and try to get a solution on your own. You keep working till 1: 30 after which you head to have lunch. 
  7. At around 4 30 in the evening, your guide approaches you to get updates on your work for the day. You get to take a tea/coffee break with them which would not have been possible as a BTech and MTech student. They guide you not only academically but also enlighten you on fundamentals like professionalism, discipline, humility, principles, and morals of a human being.
  8. Post the tea break you are back with coding in your lab or reading a scientific paper. 
  9. After a while, you can pack yourself and leave for the hostel. Now you can catch up on your sleep, watch anything.


The routine of a typical day of an MS student is mostly self-driven and thus varies from person to person.  You get immense exposure as you have to work with BTech students, Ph.D. students, and sometimes even with the placement committee. Unlike BTech and MTech students, you have practical and theoretical knowledge of many concepts.

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Does pursuing a dual degree from BITS, Pilani (integrated MSc physics + BE CSE) have same chances for placements?

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Prateek Sharma Posted On : August 5th, 2023
studied at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

BITS Pilani is a renowned institution in India that offers excellent academic and placement support to students. You don’t need to worry about the branch you selected; BITS Pilani has the advantage of allowing you to switch courses during your first year if you maintain a good CGPA score. After your enrolment in this institute, find out your area of interest and select accordingly

Having a dual degree increases your chances of placement with a good package. Most companies consider dual degrees to be equivalent to a master's degree. So, it is better to opt for a dual degree

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Does CFTRI offer good placements after completing M.Sc food technology?

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Aritri Bakshi Posted On : November 20th, 2021
studied at Central Food Technological Research Institute

Yes, CFTRI offers great placement opportunities in Food Industry. You can get placement in companies like Hindusthan Uniliver, Infosys, ITC Limited, etc. You can get into sectors like Manufacturing, Teaching, Research, and Development. 

You can also get placement offers through off-campus placements. The university offers good exposure to students. The college alumni group is also quite helpful regarding placements. 

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Which one should I choose: MS by Research program or M Tech at IIIT Hyderabad?

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Aishwarya Shastri Posted On : August 2nd, 2023
Lives in Hyderabad

If your future goal is getting a high paying job, choose the M.Tech program at IIIT Hyderabad.The course fee is high but an average package of around INR 31 LPA is offered to M.Tech students. Thus, you will be able to easily cover your education expenses within a year of your job. 

If you are really interested in Research, you should choose the MS by Research program. The average time for completing the MS program is 3 years, but depending upon your guide, you can also complete the program earlier than that. At present, the duration has even come down to 2.5 years.

MS students sit with M.Tech students during IIIT Hyderabad placements and get equal placement opportunities. However, as an MS student you will get so involved in research work that instead of going for a job you will probably end up doing Ph.D. If you are interested in CV/ML, its course structure and guidance at IIIT Hyderabad are top notch. The MS course is very flexible and you study subjects that are relevant for your research.  

Overall, whether you go for MS by Research or M.Tech at IIIT Hyderabad is a matter of your personal goals.

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How do you feel an Integrated MSc course from NIT Surat (SVNIT) is?

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Aarti Ahuja Posted On : January 3rd, 2024
Lives in Ahmedabad

An integrated MSc. from SVNIT will be beneficial for your future as NITs are the second most revered engineering colleges in our country. Chasing one’s dream is a good idea, but one must also be aware of our future prospects. SVNIT is a good choice in terms of placements.

Some of my friends who graduated from SVNIT know of their batchmates who received job offers of around 30 LPA from foreign recruiters. Even Indian organizations pay SVNIT graduates handsomely, but the foreign offers are higher. 

Ultimately, it is you who has to make the most of the available opportunities. Thus, I would recommend you join SVNIT for an integrated MSc. 

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Am I making a mistake by preferring IISER Kolkata over IIT Kharagpur MSc Integrated Physics?

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Malabika Roychowdhury Posted On : December 21st, 2021
BS-MS Dual Degree Biology & Junior Research Fellow, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Kolkata

No, it is not a mistake to prefer IISER Kolkata over IIT KGP for an MSc integrated course in Physics. You are going to get a pure science degree so it makes more sense to get the degree from an institute that focuses on that degree. IIT KGP is popular for its engineering degrees. So, you will be mostly surrounded by people who are pursuing engineering degrees. You won’t get to meet many like-minded students. The course structure of integrated MSc at IITs is also outdated. 

At IISER Kolkata, you will get a decent course structure and better faculties for an integrated MSc. 

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What can I expect after completing MSc Economics from IIT Roorkee?

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Anusha Rahaman Posted On : April 12th, 2023
Lived in Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

A recently introduced course, MSc Economics at IIT Roorkee is slowly unfolding its plethora of opportunities. Being a technical institute the curriculum of this program has more analytical aspects giving the IITians an edge over non-IITians.

The curriculum is at par with various top private and government universities in India as well as abroad. 

IIT Roorkee has a lot to offer in terms of exposure in the form of conferences, seminars, workshops, lecture talks, and great infrastructure that help the students gain more than just theoretical knowledge.

Career prospects 

  • The internships and placements scenario is excellent with almost the entire batch getting placed in top government and private firms.
  • You can go for a corporate job or even for higher education.
  • Some job prospects of students of this program are consultant, policy analyst, business analyst, professor, data scientist, financial adviser, and statistician in the corporate sector.
  • The most appealing job profile is that it is the Data Analyst
  • IIT Roorkee provides excellent research opportunities outside India mainly because most of its professors have international exposure through seminars and conferences and offer constant assistance. 
  • There are many who plan for a Ph.D. and attempt to clear their Ph.D. for the same

The placements and career prospects for MSc Economics are in abundance but for MSc Mathematics you have the only option to go for Ph.D.

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