Computer Science consists of two types of specializations viz. computer software and computer hardware. There are variety of Computer Science courses  available through distance education in Government as well as Private Schools or Universities. One need not be highly qualified or exceptional in academic to get admission in these computer courses through distance education. A Metric pass or an engineer can pursue computer courses through distance education.

Computer courses through distance education range from Graphic Designing to CAD to ERP. For those already following a full-time career, technological advancements have enabled interested candidates to add an extra qualification through Computer Science Distance Learning.

Courses in Computer Science Distance Learning are either purely Correspondence or Part-time. In case of the latter, theory and practical classes might be conducted on weekends when most employees are off. Classes for students staying in distant places can attend the class in the regional Centers.  The mentoring and control of Programmes is supervised and maintained by the Centre by regular visits and continuous feedback from students.

Universities offering a UG / PG qualification in Computer Science are:

Diploma and Certificate Computer Courses through Distance Education

• Alagappa University - PG Diploma in e-Commerce, PG Diploma in Medical Transcription
• Annamalai University - B.DITT.
• University of Hyderabad - PG Diploma in Computer Science (PGDCS)
• Kota Open University - Certificate in Computer Programming
• Kurukshetra University - PG Diploma in Software (PGDS), Certificate in Computer Application
• LN Mithila University - Diploma in Computer in Office
• Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University - ADCA, APGDCA and Certificate in Computing (CIC)
• Utkal University - Bachelor in Information Technology and Management (BITM), DCA
• Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University - Diploma in Computer Operations, Diploma in Computer in Office Services, Certificates in Computer Basics, Word Processing, PC Database, Spread Sheet, and Office Computing.
• Indira Gandhi National Open University - PPC, CIC, ADIT, BIT, Diploma in Computers in Office Management, Network Oriented Office Computing
• Madurai Kamaraj University - Diploma in Information Technology (DIT)

M.Sc Computer Science through Distance Education

• Alagappa University - MSc (IT)
• Kurukshetra University - Master of Science in Software (MSS)

BCA through Distance Education

PGDCA through Distance Education

Master Of Computer Application (MCA)

B.Sc Computer Science through Distance Education