The Indian Institute of Technology Madras’ four-year B.Sc degree course in programming and data science has announced new features. Students can do an eight-month apprenticeship or project with companies or research institutes. Class XII students may also apply but they will start the programme after they pass the final examinations.
The course is open to students from any stream, provided they have studied English and mathematics in Class X. Candidates of any age and from anywhere can apply. Classes will be held online.
Of the more than 13,000 candidates who have enrolled, the maximum number is from Tamil Nadu, followed by Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. Candidates will have to appear for in-person examination to be held in 116 examination centres across 111 cities in the country. Exam centers will operate in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait and Sri Lanka as well.
