Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Classes start September 2024


Click on'Request more info' to know more about the programme.

Recognised Bachelor's Honours degree

Offered by Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.

INR 3,49,000 total tuition fee

Pay per credit. Flexible payment options.

Complete in 4 to 8 years

299 credits. 18-20 hours of student effort per week.

100% online

Hands-on learning from anywhere. Online classes & examinations. Optional campus immersions.

Hands-on experience

Gain practical experience with internships and capstone projects.

Upskill for the changing tech landscape and prepare for emerging jobs in Generative AI and Data Science.

Prepare yourself for the evolving tech landscape Learn from an industry oriented curriculum that covers cutting-edge topics in artificial intelligence, including deep learning, deep reinforcement learning, deep representation learning, deep generative models and applications, and AI ethics. Expose yourself to over 50 programming languages, tools, libraries and repositories. Work on research projects with an unparalleled access to high-performance computing facilities of two of India’s most powerful supercomputers - the PARAM Kamrupa and the PARAM Ishan.

Focus on application-based learning through capstone projects, internships and career-boosting certificates Acquire in-demand data science skills and gain insights from industry modules incorporated into the curriculum. Receive expert guidance from industry pioneers. Learn through industry certificates, and apply your learning with internships, learn how to tackle real-world problems with the capstone project, accelerate your career growth and increase your chances of employability with certificates from leading tech companies like Google, Meta, and IBM.

Take control of your academic journey With flexible exit options at the end of each year, shape your education in a way that aligns with your career aspirations. You can exit with a Foundational Certificate in Data Science & AI at the end of the first year, a Diploma in Data Science & AI at the end of the second year, receive your Bachelor of Science degree upon completing all the courses in the third year, or earn an honours degree at the end of the fourth year.

Graduate from one of India’s top technology institutes Earn a Bachelor's degree from a globally renowned institution. IIT Guwahati has been ranked 7th among India’s top engineering institutes, according to NIRF 2023. IIT Guwahati is renowned for its academic excellence, comprehensive curriculum, and world-class faculty. Graduates from the institute work at leading organisations like Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, L&T, and Intel.

More about the programme:

  • Pursue roles such as AI Engineer, Data Engineer, ML Engineer, and Data Analyst after completing this programme.

  • Complete the degree at your own pace in 4-8 years, with options for exits in between with Certifications, Diploma or a Degree.

  • Build a strong programming foundation in Python, C, R, and Java.

  • Develop machine-learning systems and integrate them with large-scale AI models under the supervision of industry leaders.

  • Lectures from accomplished industry professionals helping you develop a well-rounded outlook of the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence industry.

  • Participate in optional immersion sessions for valuable on-campus experience at IIT Guwahati

  • Experience data science first-hand through engaging projects with unparalleled access to two of India’s most powerful supercomputers, PARAM-Kamrupa and PARAM-Ishan at IIT Guwahati.

  • Become eligible to apply for a Master’s or a PhD degree at IIT Guwahati. (subject to admission criteria)

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What facilities do I get after admission?

Become an IITian
Earn the prestigious IIT alumni status
Get an official IIT Guwahati email ID & Identity card
accessible along the duration of your degree
Access to online facilities of IIT Guwahati
such as library resources, computer centre, etc
Attend on-campus fests
experience the best of campus life
Access to online student groups/clubs/fests
communities to build your network
Access to Hostel and mess facilities
during campus immersion sessions at IIT Guwahati campus

Applications for September 2024 batch are now closed. Classes will start on September 2, 2024.

Please note: Application fee of INR 500 will be chargable to all applicants.



If you have questions, please email us at admissions_bsc_dsai@iitg.ac.in

Interested in getting started, but not yet ready to commit? Try Programming with Generative AI that is part of this degree. Start making progress towards this degree. Upon successful completion of these certificates, you can transfer your progress once you’re accepted to the programme.

Classes start September 2024


Click on'Request more info' to know more about the programme.


Recognised Bachelor's Honours degree

Offered by Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.

INR 3,49,000 total tuition fee

Pay per credit. Flexible payment options.

Complete in 4 to 8 years

299 credits. 18-20 hours of student effort per week.

100% online

Hands-on learning from anywhere. Online classes & examinations. Optional campus immersions.

Hands-on experience

Gain practical experience with internships and capstone projects.

Recognised Bachelor's Honours degree

Offered by Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.

INR 3,49,000 total tuition fee

Pay per credit. Flexible payment options.

Upskill for the changing tech landscape and prepare for emerging jobs in Generative AI and Data Science.

Prepare yourself for the evolving tech landscape Learn from an industry oriented curriculum that covers cutting-edge topics in artificial intelligence, including deep learning, deep reinforcement learning, deep representation learning, deep generative models and applications, and AI ethics. Expose yourself to over 50 programming languages, tools, libraries and repositories. Work on research projects with an unparalleled access to high-performance computing facilities of two of India’s most powerful supercomputers - the PARAM Kamrupa and the PARAM Ishan.

Focus on application-based learning through capstone projects, internships and career-boosting certificates Acquire in-demand data science skills and gain insights from industry modules incorporated into the curriculum. Receive expert guidance from industry pioneers. Learn through industry certificates, and apply your learning with internships, learn how to tackle real-world problems with the capstone project, accelerate your career growth and increase your chances of employability with certificates from leading tech companies like Google, Meta, and IBM.

Take control of your academic journey With flexible exit options at the end of each year, shape your education in a way that aligns with your career aspirations. You can exit with a Foundational Certificate in Data Science & AI at the end of the first year, a Diploma in Data Science & AI at the end of the second year, receive your Bachelor of Science degree upon completing all the courses in the third year, or earn an honours degree at the end of the fourth year.

Graduate from one of India’s top technology institutes Earn a Bachelor's degree from a globally renowned institution. IIT Guwahati has been ranked 7th among India’s top engineering institutes, according to NIRF 2023. IIT Guwahati is renowned for its academic excellence, comprehensive curriculum, and world-class faculty. Graduates from the institute work at leading organisations like Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, L&T, and Intel.

More about the programme:

  • Pursue roles such as AI Engineer, Data Engineer, ML Engineer, and Data Analyst after completing this programme.

  • Complete the degree at your own pace in 4-8 years, with options for exits in between with Certifications, Diploma or a Degree.

  • Build a strong programming foundation in Python, C, R, and Java.

  • Develop machine-learning systems and integrate them with large-scale AI models under the supervision of industry leaders.

  • Lectures from accomplished industry professionals helping you develop a well-rounded outlook of the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence industry.

  • Participate in optional immersion sessions for valuable on-campus experience at IIT Guwahati

  • Experience data science first-hand through engaging projects with unparalleled access to two of India’s most powerful supercomputers, PARAM-Kamrupa and PARAM-Ishan at IIT Guwahati.

  • Become eligible to apply for a Master’s or a PhD degree at IIT Guwahati. (subject to admission criteria)

-

What facilities do I get after admission?

Become an IITian
Earn the prestigious IIT alumni status
Get an official IIT Guwahati email ID & Identity card
accessible along the duration of your degree
Access to online facilities of IIT Guwahati
such as library resources, computer centre, etc
Attend on-campus fests
experience the best of campus life
Access to online student groups/clubs/fests
communities to build your network
Access to Hostel and mess facilities
during campus immersion sessions at IIT Guwahati campus

Applications for September 2024 batch are now closed. Classes will start on September 2, 2024.

Please note: Application fee of INR 500 will be chargable to all applicants.



If you have questions, please email us at admissions_bsc_dsai@iitg.ac.in

Interested in getting started, but not yet ready to commit? Try Programming with Generative AI that is part of this degree. Start making progress towards this degree. Upon successful completion of these certificates, you can transfer your progress once you’re accepted to the programme.

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Build a career in Data Science & AI with expert guidance from IIT Guwahati

This programme is designed to prepare you to meet the changing needs of the Data Science & AI industry. Upon completion, you will be well-equipped with essential qualifications, skills, and resources to pursue various roles in the tech.

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Choose your path and pace with flexible exit options

  • Complete in 1 to 2 years Rs. 1,30,000 | 80 Credits Advanced Certificate in Data Science and AI

  • Complete in 2 to 4 years Rs. 2,09,000 | 159 Credits Diploma in Data Science and AI

  • Complete in 3 to 6 years Rs. 2,85,000 | 235 Credits B.Sc. in Data Science and AI

  • Complete in 4 to 8 years Rs. 3,49,000 | 299 Credits B.Sc. (Honours) in Data Science and AI

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Advance your career

25% average salary growth

At a time when a 2 percent raise is often the norm, Gies iMBA graduates report an average raise of 25 percent during and immediately after their program, showcasing an instant and significant return on investment that stands out. (2023 survey)

65% received a promotion or job offer

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Positive recruiter outlook

Nine out of ten corporate recruiters expect the demand for business school graduates to remain high or increase in the next five years. (GMAC)

Qualify for in-demand jobs

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Top employing corporations for professionals with business degrees are expected to grow by as much as 17% by 2031 in the U.S., according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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What does the degree certificate look like?

Upon successful completion of the 4 year Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence programme, you will receive a Bachelor's degree issued by the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.

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Frequently asked questions

The primary difference is that this programme is offered completely online, and offers flexibility to better meet the needs of working professionals; as compared to the on-campus programme in the same discipline.

The multi-entry and multi-exit options available in the online degree programme, are not available in the on-campus degree programme. The curricula and durations of both programmes are identical. You may refer to the curriculum of the on-campus programme here, and that of the online degree programme, here.

While the programme shall not offer on-campus career placement opportunities: IIT Guwahati in collaboration with Coursera, shall provide career placement assistance through the IIT Guwahati Online Career Placement Cell, and Coursera Hiring Solutions. Please visit this page for further details.

  • You must submit your application by paying an Application Fee of INR ₹500.
  • If you have NOT qualified for the Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced), and are (hence) NOT eligible for direct admission: you must additionally undertake the Mathematics Essentials online course, and a qualifier test by paying a fee of INR ₹2,000 - to be considered for admission into the programme.