IGNOU Online LLM in AI and Emerging Technologies

Master’s of Law in AI and Emerging Technology is a new specialization that has come into eyes of the law professionals. This is something new and people are exploring this field as in this domain much potential is seen. Generally, LLM is a 2-year program, however, a few universities offer a 1-year LLM program as well. This program will help you learn about the different aspects of AI and Emerging Technology. Additionally, this program will enhance your skills like active listening, effective communication, legal research skills, legal document drafting, and more.

What’s new at IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University)?

INGOU does not offer an LLM full course but offers PG diplomas and certificates which includes Diploma in Paralegal Practice (DIPP), Graduate Certificate in Cyber Law (PGCCL), Post-Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights (PGDIPR), Certificate in Human Rights (CHR), Post-Graduate Certificate in Patent Practice (PGCPP),  post-graduate Diploma in Criminal Justice (PGDCJ), and more. 

IGNOU has been recognized by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) and UGC (University Grants Commission). Additionally, IGNOU has been accredited by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) as an “A++ grade university”. This university was established in the year 1985.

• Eligibility criteria for the PG Diploma at IGNOU:
  • Students who wish to pursue a PG Diploma must have completed their bachelor’s degree in law.
  • They must have prior knowledge of the particular topic for which they wish to pursue the PG Diploma
• Eligibility criteria to take admission in LLM programs for working professionals (1-year program):
  • Must have completed LLB with a minimum of 50% marks from any recognized university, however, some universities have different minimum percentage criteria.
  • Must have qualified marks in the entrance examination conducted by the university itself or by the government of India.
  • Students must have prior knowledge of the fields.

Note: The above said fee for the program is not actually for the LLM programs fee as IGNOU does not offer LLM courses, however, the fee projected is for the PG Diploma in Environment and Management Law.

IGNOU Online offers the option of Credit Card/Debit card/Net Banking in its fee payment options but does not provide you a “No Cost EMI” option as of now for any of the online courses.

Every university offers a syllabus that can provide students with enough information and knowledge according to their intellectual capacity. LLM in AI and Emerging technologies is one of the new specializations that has come to the sights of students which is quite interesting to learn about. Let’s see the general LLM syllabus provided below.

The examination pattern followed at IGNOU online for different types of courses is semester mode, i.e., exams are conducted by the university at an interval of 6 months. For online courses, exams are conducted through an AI-proctored tool for an unbiased performance evaluation of students.

After completing the LLM program, law professionals can have multiple options to choose from. Below is a list of a few of the professions along with the average salary. However, salary may vary depending on the experience that the law professionals possess.