Nowadays, most students are opting for distance education courses to complete their graduate degrees. The facilities of distance education and online learning are helping students to complete their degrees without going to any traditional colleges.
So, in the following article, you will know the most sought-after distance education courses. Additionally, you get information about the colleges that offer distance education courses.
What Are the Popular Distance Education Courses and Where Can I Pursue Them?
There are plenty of bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in terms of popularity and job prospects. So, below are mentioned the graduation courses and the UGC-DEB Universities where you can enroll for Distance education courses:
Under Graduation Courses
BA (Bachelor of Arts)
In a BA degree program, you get to study many art subjects. So, you can pursue a BA degree program at distance colleges such as Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Subharti University, Online Jain University, Suresh Gyan Vihar University (SGVU), Narsee University, Online Manipal University, Dr. D.Y. Patil University, etc.
B.Com (Bachelors of Commerce)
You can enroll in a B.Com degree course at Online Jain University, Online Manipal University, Subharti University, Chandigarh University, Narsee University, Sri Venkateswara University, IGNOU, and others.
BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications)
BCA is a three-year undergraduate program in computers. So, to pursue a distance education course in BCA, you can apply at universities such as online Manipal University, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Subharti University, etc.
BBA (Bachelors of Business administration)
You can complete your BBA degree course in many specializations, such as retail management, supply chain management, banking and finance, and others. Also, universities that offer this program are Narsee Monjee University, Chandigarh University, Dr. D.Y. Patil University, Online Jain University, Subharti University, online Manipal University, Sri Venkateswara University, Jaipur National University, etc.
B.Sc (Bachelor of Science)
A Bachelor of Science is an undergraduate course in a science discipline. Some of the universities that offer this program are Jaipur National University, Subharti University, and others.
B.Lis (Bachelor of Library and Information Science)
To complete your B.Lis degree program in distance mode, you can enroll in some of the best colleges such as Subharti University and Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). Besides that, there are other colleges too that offer this degree program in distance mode.
BA (Journalism and Mass Communication)
Subharti University and Suresh Gyan Vihar University (SGVU) are the ideal options to pursue your BJMC degree in distance mode. However, you can get admission to other UGC-DEB colleges at your convenience.
Postgraduate courses
M.SC (Master of Science)
You can pursue a Master of Science degree program in many specializations. Also, the specialization differs from college to college. Hence, some of the colleges that offer M.Sc degree courses are Subharti University, Jaipur National University, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), and others.
M.Com (Master of Commerce)
Distance M.Com courses are available at colleges such as Online Manipal University, Chandigarh University (CU), Subharti University, Shri Venkateswara University, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, and others.
MA (Master of Arts)
Some of the colleges to enroll in the MA degree program are Chandigarh University, Online Jain University, Subharti University, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Sri Venkateswara University, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), and Jaipur National University.
MBA (Master of Business Administration)
You can opt for various specializations of the MBA degree program. Also, various colleges offer different specializations. So, you can enroll in colleges as per your interest in the MBA program. Also, some universities offer dual specialization in MBA degree courses.
Hence, to pursue distance mba, you can apply to Narsee University, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Shri Venkateswara University, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), etc.
MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
If you want to enroll in an MCA degree program, you can get admission at Chandigarh University, Online Jain University, Online Manipal University, Subharti University, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Jaipur National Open University, and others.
MA (Journalism and Mass Communication)
MAJMC degree courses are offered at colleges such as Subharti University, Online Manipal University, and Indira Gandhi National Open University.
M.Lis (Master in Library and Information Science)
Various universities offer this degree program. However, one of the best options to complete your MLIS degree is Subharti University. Additionally, in this degree program, you learn about the various functions of library management.
Opportunities for Employment in Distance Education Courses
You can get innumerable job opportunities as per the program you opt for and your qualifications. So, below are listed some of the jobs for different degree courses:
- Lecturer
- Data Scientist
- IT Consultant
- Web Developer
- Programmer
- Reporter
- Host,
- Business Manager
- Store manager
- Sales Executive
- Finance Manager, and various others
Besides that, you can take various graduate-level government exams once you accumulate your distance graduate degree. Also, your online degree will be helpful if you want to pursue doctorate programs.
Benefits of Distance Education Courses
Below are noted the advantages of distance education courses:
- The flexibility of the class schedule allows the students to attend the class at their convenience.
- Distance or online courses are not so expensive. So, this makes students complete their education when they are financially weak.
- The curriculum of the distance education program is well-designed so students get a better understanding of the concerns. Also, students get many study resources too.
- In a distance education program, you do not need to go to college or attend a class.
Conclusion
In summary, distance education courses can be beneficial to you if you want to save time to follow your passion, prepare for an exam, or work on a job. Therefore, if you want to complete your distance graduation degree, you can apply at any UGC-DEB college that offers the degree program of your interest.
