Certificate in Data Science & Applications

Certificate in Data Science & Applications is a certificate programme that Uttarakhand Open University delivers through open and distance learning under the programme code CDSA-23. The course carries 20 credits. Learners may finish in as little as 6 months, and the university allows up to 12 months before enrolment lapses. Course papers named for this programme include Programming for Data Science, Communication Skills and Personality Development and Skill Component. Each paper has a code, a credit weight, a syllabus link and self-learning material that students can open online. Fees are shown for each stage of study. At the first stage the admission fee is ₹900 and the exam fee is ₹1450. A separate miscellaneous charge applies to new admissions and a degree fee applies at the final stage. Admissions for the 2026 session open in July and the last date to apply is 13 October 2026. Students are supported through a network of study centres across districts such as Dehradun, Haridwar and Haldwani.