NEW DELHI: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has launched a BA course in home science under four Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP).
The course will be hosted by the School of Continuing Education in the Open and Distance Learning System from the July 2025 session.
Students interested should have completed their schooling till Class 12th.
The medium of instruction of the course is English and Hindi. The course duration is for three years and a maximum of six years. For registration, students have to visit, ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.
The last date for submission of application form is July 15, 2025.
For instructions to fill online application, watch video (English) or watch video (Hindi).
The programme is designed in line with the curriculum and credit framework of the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to meet the demand for specialisation in diverse disciplines within Home Science / Community Science.
The examination will be conducted annually. The fee structure of the course is Rs 5000 per year, which is inclusive of registration fees and development fees as applicable.
The programme aims to empower students with a comprehensive understanding of Human Development and Family Studies, Community Resource Management, Food and Nutrition, Extension and Communication and Fabric and Apparel Sciences, said a release issued by the IGNOU.
Launch of BA Home Science (BAFHSC) programme of IGNOU.
Admission link: https://t.co/yFkO0Mvgw0 pic.twitter.com/AhTr8vx7uz
— IGNOU RC Varanasi (@IGNOUVaranasi) June 23, 2025
This programme is multidisciplinary in approach and flexible through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode, preparing students for diverse careers while encouraging inclusivity and community engagement.
Exit Options
After 1st Year: Undergraduate Certificate in Home Science.
After 2nd Year: Undergraduate Diploma in Home Science.
After 3rd Year: B.A. (Home Science).
After 4th Year: B.A. (Hons) Home Science.
The programme integrates theory with practical application, providing skill-based learning aligned with contemporary social needs and employability, says the press release.
There are 120 credits in the course, with both print and digital medium available for books.
Eligible students can apply for Government of India Scholarships on the National Scholarship Portal at https://scholarships.gov.in/ after confirmation of admission.
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