PhysicsWallah partners with YCMOU to launch online UGC-compliant degree programs
The two institutions are trying to expand access to formal higher education for learners by introducing four programs: Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Computer Applications (MCA), Master of Arts in English (MA English), and Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA). These programs are being designed in compliance with UGC/AICTE norms and in alignment with the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Courses will follow the UGC-compliant Four-Quadrant MOOC model, with a mix of self-paced learning, online sessions, assessments, and learner support. YCMOU will be responsible for academic approvals, compliance, and degree issuance, while PW is going to manage the technology platform, student engagement, and content delivery.
Aditya Agrawal, COO - New Initiatives, of PhysicsWallah, said, 'This partnership with YCMOU will support our journey towards building scalable, digitally-enabled pathways for learners to help access structured degree programs. We attempt to focus on delivering programs that are accessible, compliant, and aligned with industry expectations.'
Prof. Sanjeev Sonawane of YCMOU said, 'This collaboration with PhysicsWallah continues to enhance our digital academic delivery. We are working towards ensuring that learners are receiving flexible education backed by academic rigour and regulatory alignment.'
The partnership is trying to create a digitally inclusive academic model that will try to support learners in pursuing recognised qualifications, regardless of geography or background.
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