Paving Your Future
Welcome to Institute of Distance Education (UNOM) in HCAS
HCAS (Hindustan College of Arts and Science) offers distance education programs under the affiliation of the University of Madras. These programs provide flexible learning opportunities for students who are unable to attend regular classes. Through this initiative, HCAS supports learners in pursuing higher education and advancing their careers, while maintaining the academic standards set by the University of Madras.

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Under Graduate Programmes offered
- B.A Tamil
- B.A.Literature in Tamil
- B.A. English
- B.A.Economics
- B.A Historical Studies
- B.A.Sociology
- B.A.Public Administration
- B.A.Criminology and Public Administration
- B.Com General
- B.Com Bank Management
- B.B.A. (Business Administration)
- B.Sc Mathematics
- B.Sc Psychology
- B.C.A (Bachelor Of Computer Science)
- B.F.A
Post Graduate Programmes offered
- M.A.TAMIL
- M.A.English
- M.A. Economics
- M.A.Historial Studies
- M.A.Sociology
- M.A.Public Administration
- M.Com
- M.Sc Mathematics
- M.Sc Psychology
- M.Sc Counselling Psychology
- M.Sc Information Technology
- M.Sc Cyber Forensics and Information Security
- M.A. Christian Studies
Distance
Regulations for Undergraduate Programmes
Duration of the Programme
- THREE years (SIX Semesters) UG programme is offered both in Academic and Calendar year cycle of admissions.
- The programme has been divided into two semesters per year. Academic year stream i.e. July to November and December to June. Calendar year stream (i.e.) January to June and July to December.
Eligibility Conditions for Admission
- Admission to the First year B.A./B.Com./B.Sc./B.B.A./B.C.A./B.F.A. (Music) Degree courses is open to candidates who have passed any one of the following Examinations.
- A pass in the Higher Secondary Examination (+2) (Academic or Vocational Stream)/ Intermediate Examinations/ Pre-degree Examinations/ Pre-University Examinations under the
- 10+2/11+1/11+2 pattern conducted by Government of Tamil Nadu (or) any other Board / States (or) Union Territories (or) an examination accepted as equivalent thereof by the Syndicate of the University of Madras.
- A pass in Plus Two Examinations of the National Institute of Open Schooling [NIOS], New Delhi
- Three years Diploma Examinations conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training , Chennai after passing 10th standard Examinations.
- Pre-Technical Examination previously conducted after 11 years of study by the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Chennai.
- A Pass in the G.C.E. (Advanced level / Principal level / without less than 3 subjects in the ‘A’ level with ENGLISH in the ‘O’ level / Subsidiary level.)
- The Pre-University Examination conducted previously by the University of Madras or any other University accepted as equivalent thereof by the authorities, University of Madras. The Senior School Certificate Examination (XII Standard) conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education held in 1979 or thereafter provided that they have been declared to have passed the examinations in not less than 5 subjects of which ENGLISH shall be one.
- The Indian School Certificate Examination (ISCE) (12 Years) conducted by the Council for Indian
- School Certificate Examination held in 1977 or thereafter, provided that they have been declared to have attained the pass standard in the examinations in not less than 5 subjects of ENGLISH shall be one.
- School Certificate Examination held in 1977 or thereafter, provided that they have been declared to have attained the pass standard in the examinations in not less than 5 subjects of ENGLISH shall be one.
- Intermediate Examination (2 years) of Andhra Pradesh, Pre-Degree Examination (2 Years) of Kerala and Pre-University Examination (2 Years) of Karnataka under the 10+2 pattern.
- Candidates who have successfully completed 12 or 13 years of education in any State of India or Abroad under 11+1 or 10+2 or 11+2 pattern, subject to approval by the authorities of this University.
Distance
Regulations for post Graduate Programmes
Duration of the Programme
- Two years (Four Semesters) PG programmes are offered in both Academic and Calendar year cycle of admissions.
- The programme has been divided into two semesters per year. Academic year stream (i.e.) June to November and December to May. Calendar year stream (i.e.) January to June and July to December
Eligibility Conditions for Admission
- A Pass in any Undergraduate degree program offered by any College or an University recognized by the UGC (with 15 years duration) under regular pattern 10+2+3/10+3+2/11+1+3/11+2+2, or an examination accepted as equivalent thereof by the Syndicate of the University of Madras; provided they should satisfy the requirement of the concerned branch of study.
- For M.A. Tamil
- B.A./B.Lit.Tamil or any UG degree with Foundation Course Part-I Tamil (Paper I, II, III & IV)
- For M.A. English
- B.A. English or any UG degree with Foundation Course Part-II English (Paper I, II, III & IV )
- For M.A. Economics
- B.A. Economics / Corporate Secretaryship / B. Com / BBA / B.Com (BM) / B.Sc. Mathematics / Statistics or Any UG Social Sciences.
- M.A. Christian Studies - Any UG Degree
- M.A. Historical Studies - Any UG Degree
- M.A. Sociology - Any UG Degree
- M.A. Public Administration – Any UG Degree
- For M.Com
- A Pass in all branches of B.Com degree / B.A. Industrial Organization / BBA/(or) BA Economics (or) B.Sc. Mathematics / Computer Science/ BCA with any two core paper offered in the B. Com degree.
- For M.Sc.Mathematics
- B.Sc. Mathematics/ Applied Sciences/ Physics/ Chemistry (or) BE/B.Tech with Mathematics
- For M.Sc. Information Technology
- B.Sc. Mathematics/ Applied Sciences/ Physics/ Chemistry (or) BE/B.Tech with Mathematics
- For M.Sc. Information Technology
- Any Bachelor’s Degree with Mathematics/ Statistics/ Business Mathematics/ Business statistics/ Mathematical Physics as Main or Allied subject of study
Our Vision
To nurture students into empathetic and sensible psychologists, going beyond academic knowledge to foster personal and professional growth.
Our Mission
To build a community of empathetic individuals who contribute to a world where everyone is cared for physically, emotionally, and socially
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Fees
I YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- MBA (Human Resource Management)
- MBA (Financial Management)
- MBA (Systems Management)
- MBA (Marketing Management)
- MBA (Logistics & Supply Management)
- MBA (Hospital Management)
- MBA ( Business Data Analytics)
- For University of Madras Graduates:
- Online Payment: ₹21,250
- Offline Payment: ₹20,750
- For Graduates of Other Universities:
- Online Payment: ₹21,750
- Offline Payment: ₹21,250
II YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- With Project – Rs.21,600/- per year*
- Without Project – Rs. 17,600/- per year Note:
MBA Course Duration & Eligibility
Duration
- Two years (four semesters):
- Semester 1 & 3: June to November
- Semester 2 & 4: December to May
Eligibility
- A Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in any discipline under the 10+2+3 pattern from a UGC/AIU-recognized institution or equivalent.
- Professional Degrees in Engineering, Technology, Medicine, Architecture, Law, or related fields.
- Recognized professional qualifications in Accountancy, Cost & Works Accountancy, or Company Secretaryship.
- Students choosing a project in the 4th semester must pay the project fee along with the second-year tuition fee.
- Start your journey towards a successful career in business management today!
MCA Course Eligibility
- Candidates must have: Passed B.C.A./B.Sc. in Computer Science or an equivalent degree,OR passed B.Sc./B.Com./B.A. with Mathematics at the 10+2 level or as part of their undergraduate curriculum (with an optional bridge course, if applicable).
- Attendance Requirements:
- A minimum of 50% attendance in theory classes is mandatory.
- 100% attendance in practical sessions is compulsory for eligibility to appear in the End Semester Examinations.
Master of Computer Application (MCA) Fee
I YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- For University of Madras Graduates:
- Online Payment: ₹21,250
- Offline Payment: ₹20,750
- For Graduates of Other Universities:
- Online Payment: ₹21,750
- Offline Payment: ₹21,250
II YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- Rs.21,000/- per year
Duration
- Two years (four semesters):
- Semester 1 & 3: June to November
- Semester 2 & 4: December to May
M.Sc. Psychology Fee
I YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- For University of Madras Graduates:
- Online Payment: ₹12,500/-
- Offline Payment: ₹12,000/-
- For Graduates of Other Universities:
- Online Payment: ₹13,600/-
- Offline Payment: ₹13,000/-
II YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- Rs.11,000/- per year
Duration
- Two years (four semesters):
- Semester 1 & 3: June to November
- Semester 2 & 4: December to May
M.Sc Psychology Course Eligibility
- Any undergraduate degree is acceptable for admission.
- Attendance Requirements:
- A minimum of 50% attendance in theory classes is mandatory.
- 100% attendance in practical sessions is compulsory for eligibility to appear in the End Semester Examinations.
M.Sc Counselling Psychology Course Eligibility
- A bachelor's degree in any discipline is required.
- Note: Candidates without a background in Psychology will need to complete an orientation course on fundamental psychological concepts before the start of the first semester.
- Attendance Requirements:
- A minimum of 50% attendance in theory classes is mandatory.
- 100% attendance in practical sessions is compulsory for eligibility to appear in the End Semester Examinations.
M.Sc. Counselling Psychology Fee
I YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- For University of Madras Graduates:
- Online Payment: ₹12,050/-
- Offline Payment: ₹11,750/-
- For Graduates of Other Universities:
- Online Payment: ₹12,450/-
- Offline Payment: ₹12,050/-
II YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- Rs.11,000/- per year
Duration of the course
- Two years (four semesters):
- Semester 1 & 3: June to November
- Semester 2 & 4: December to May
M.Sc. Cyber Forensics & Information Security Fee
I YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- For University of Madras Graduates:
- Online Payment: ₹12,050/-
- Offline Payment: ₹11,750/-
- For Graduates of Other Universities:
- Online Payment: ₹12,450/-
- Offline Payment: ₹12,050/-
II YEAR Course Fees (Per Year):
- Rs.11,000/- per year
Duration of the course
- Two years (four semesters):
- Semester 1 & 3: June to November
- Semester 2 & 4: December to May
M.Sc Cyber Forensics Course Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology / Computer Science / Computer Application / Networking / Cyber Forensics and Information Security / Digital Forensics and Information Security / Information Security / Mathematics / Statistics / Physics / Electronics and Communication Science / Data Science / Artificial Intelligence / Criminology or Forensic Science with a Certificate or Diploma course in Computer Science from approved institutions. Any other degree where 50% of core subjects are directly related to Computer Science.
- B.E. or B.Tech. in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electrical and Electronics Engineering / Electrical & Communication Engineering / Instrumentation & Electronics / Mechanical Engineering / Civil Engineering / Artificial Intelligence / Data Science / any other disciplines of B.E. / B.Tech where 50% of core subjects are directly related to Computer Science.
- Practitioners in the Government Departments of Police / Forensic Science / Defence / Judiciary or working professionals from IT industries / Banking / Telecom Industries / Corporates, working in core information technology related jobs with any Bachelor Degree and minimum three years of work experience as stated above. Original proof of experience as full time employee and salary certificates needed.
- Attendance Requirements:
- A minimum of 50% attendance in theory classes is mandatory.
- 100% attendance in practical sessions is compulsory for eligibility to appear in the End Semester Examinations.