Programme Objectives

The broad objective of the Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA) programme is to prepare graduate students for productive careers in software industry. The programme‘s thrust is on giving the students a thorough and sound background in theoretical and application-oriented courses relevant to the latest computer software development. The programme emphasizes the application of software technology to solve mathematical, computing, communications / networking and commercial problems.

This PG Diploma is a stand-alone programme consists of 10 (6 theory and 4 practical) courses worth 32 credits. It has been designed with a semester approach in mind. The courses are aimed at skills development in computers using various technologies. It prepares the student to aim for a programmer level / web developer in a software company to design and develop small business application software or lab personnel / technician in institutions or a freelancer to develop software projects.

Eligibility Criteria

Any Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 (three) year duration from a recognized University AND Mathematics as one of the subject at 10+2 level or Graduation level.

OR

Any Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 (three) year duration from a recognized University AND doesn’t have Mathematics as one of the subject at 10+2 level or graduation level. These students are required to successfully complete BCS-012 (Graduate level Mathematics course) as Bridge Course.

Note: It is essential to obtain at least 50% marks in the qualifying examination (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) for admission to MCA

Duration of The Programme

Minimum – 1 Year, Maximum – 3 Years

Medium of Instruction

The medium of instruction is only English. The course material will also be in English.

Fee Structure

Rs. 21,600/- for full Programme to be paid semester wise @Rs.10800/- per semester. Non-Maths students have to pay Rs.1400/- additional in the first semester.

PGDCA Syllabus

Programme Objectives

The broad objective of the MCA programme is to prepare graduate students for productive careers in software industry and academia by providing an outstanding environment for teaching and research in the core and emerging areas of the discipline. The programme’s thrust is on giving the students a thorough and sound background in theoretical and application-oriented courses relevant to the latest computer software development. The programme emphasizes the application of software technology to solve mathematical, computing, communications / networking and commercial problems. This Master’s Degree Programme has been designed with a semester approach in mind. The first year courses are aimed at theoretical knowledge and practical skills development in core computers science subjects. The second year is more focused on advanced courses providing conceptual framework and the project work.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed BCA / B.Sc(Computer Science/IT) / Bachelor Degree in Computer Science Engineering or Equivalent Degree
• Obtained atleast 50% marks in the qualifying examination (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category)

OR

• Any Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 (three) year duration from a recognized University AND Mathematics as one of the subject at 10+2 level or graduation level.
• Obtained atleast 50% marks in the qualifying examination (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category).
• Successfully completed PGDCA of IGNOU

Duration of The Programme

Minimum - 2 Years, Maximum - 4 Years

Medium of Instruction

Medium of Instruction The medium of instruction is English. The course material is in English.

Fee Structure

Rs. 48,000/- for full Programme to be paid Semester wise @Rs. 12000/- per Semester.

MCA SYLLABUS

Program objectives

• The main objectives of the programme are to:  provide comprehensive and essential practical guidance on all aspects of dietetics from the promotion of health to the management of diseases
• Develop a knowledge base in key areas of nutrition/dietetics and food service management such as clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets, quantity cooking, institution food administration, public nutrition, nutrition epidemiology, biochemistry, food microbiology and physiology
• Impart necessary expertise to enable learners to function as dieticians, diet counsellors and nutrition and health communicators
• Provide practical, field level experience in institutional food administration and dietetics  cater to the needs of persons employed in government and non-government institutions engaged in providing health/dietetic care and food service, and
• Equip individuals to start their own food service unit, leading to entrepreneurship

Eligibility Criteria

In keeping with the policy of ‘openness’ and ‘flexibility’, the admission to the M.Sc. (DFSM) course is open to all graduates from nutrition, science and health background, even if they have not studied nutrition at the graduate level. The eligibility criteria include:

• Graduates with a B.Sc. (Home-Science) Degree with specialization in Foods and Nutrition and/or Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition.

OR

• PG Diploma in Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition (DDPHN) or its equivalent can seek direct admission to the programme.

OR

• Graduates with a B.Sc. Degree (or the equivalent i.e. MBBS, BHMS) from the following background: Home science/food science and technology, sciences, health care, medical, pharmaceutical, catering would require either the Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education Degree (DNHE) OR the Course “Nutrition for the Community” (CNCC) offered by IGNOU, to be eligible for admission to the M.Sc. (DFSM) programme.
• With respect to learners who fulfil the 3rd criteria for admission given above, simultaneous admission to the Course “Nutrition for the Community” (CNCC) (offered by IGNOU) along with admission to the M.Sc. (DFSM) programme shall be granted. There is no admission test for seeking admission.

Scope for further studies

• Ph.D. in Nutrition offered by IGNOU
• M.Sc. in other related fields

Career Opportunities

• Dietitian in hospital/ clinical set-up
• Food Blogger/ Journalist
• Research Assistant in field of Nutrition
• Entrepreneur
• Public Health Sector

Faculty

Syllabus