What type of education is provided in IGNOU?

Four disciplines / areas namely, Education, Distance Education, Educational Technology and Adult Education have been assigned to the School. The School has been undertaking three types of activities – development of academic programmes, research, documentation and extension activities.

Does IGNOU provide regular courses?

Students can either opt for a regular course, an online course or even a distance course. IGNOU offers over 200 programmes which consist of various undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, diploma and PG diploma courses.

Is IGNOU only for distance learning?

IGNOU, being open university, provides only distance education with weekly classes being undertaken by its study centres through recognized colleges only just to remove doubts of the students. But, the solved student assignments for lessons are accepted only through the study centres.

What is Ignou distance learning?

It was established in the year 1985 under an act of Parliament with the aim of delivering quality higher education, in various disciplines, through distance learning to three categories of students: Those who reside in remote areas and do not have access to the higher education.

What is open distance learning in Ignou?

The ODL system in India has shown a tremendous growth during the past few decades due to its unique feature of user-friendliness. In this system, the students are free to learn at their own place, in accordance with own pace and convenience while being located far away from the institution.

Who is eligible for Ignou?

IGNOU 2021 Eligibility Criteria The eligibility criteria of IGNOU are listed below: BA, BCom, BSc, BCA, BSW, BAVTM– based on merit i.e. scores obtained in 10+2 or its equivalent. BLIS– based on scores in a bachelor’s degree or one-year Diploma in Library Science. BBA in Retail (RL)– based on merit.

Is IGNOU full time degree?

NEW DELHI: Embarking on a dual mode education delivery system, Indira Gandhi National Open University (Ignou) announced its entry into conventional mode of education by offering full-time graduate and four post-graduate programmes on Sunday.

Is there any one year degree course in IGNOU?

It is possible to Complete Graduation in One Year out of IGNOU efficiently. There are lots of disciplines in BA, and honours classes can found, which depend on the choice of one. It would be perfect for students should complete their Graduation without thinking much because that is the minimum education required everywhere nowadays.

Can I do two course simultaneously from IGNOU?

Simultaneously pursuing two academic courses either from the IGNOU University and the other from Regular University (regular or face to face mode) is not permitted as per current rules except Certificate Programmes of 6 months duration. Similarly, students can’t do two regular courses as well as two distance courses at the same time.

Is IGNOU classified as a NAAC A grade University?

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has been awarded an A++ grade by NAAC. IGNOU is the initial higher educational institute in the open distance learning (ODL) mode to be accredited by NAAC, IGNOU Registrar said.

Is there semester system in IGNOU for BA courses?

From June 2019, Ignou introduces Semester system and Choice based credit system (CBCS) and from June 2019, BA is Called BAG. The syllabus of BAG is totally different from the previous syllabus of BA.