University of Hyderabad Successfully Launches 2 Online Certificate Courses Under CDLTR: Deets Inside

The University of Hyderabad (UoH) has taken a major step by introducing 2 specialized online certificate courses through the university’s Center for Digital Learning, Training & Resources (CDLTR). Following the growing demand for flexible and digitally accessible learning courses, the university brings together two very different but academically specialized areas: Samsadhani Praveshikka: Learning Sanskrit Using Computational Tools and Advanced Malariology: Biology of Parasitism and Drug Resistance.

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Hyderabad, Prof. J. Anuradha, formally launched both courses on July 15, 2026. By introducing these courses through a flexible online mode, the university aims to take its academic expertise beyond the traditional classroom and make specialized learning accessible to a wider audience.

What are the Online Courses Offered by CDLTR?

The newly launched online certificate courses offered by UoH Center for Distance Learning, Training & Research focus on highly specific academic areas: Samsadhani-Praveshika: Learning Sanskrit Using Computational Tools and Advanced Malariology: Biology of Parasitism and Drug Resistance.

Unlike general introductory programmes, the courses are supported by industry-oriented expertise beyond the classroom learning system.

What is the Samsadhani-Praveshika: Learning Sanskrit Using Computational Tools Course About?

This short-term online certificate course is designed for learners interested in understanding Sanskrit with the support of computational tools and digital methods. Course Objective:

• Teach basic Sanskrit grammar, including word creation, Sandhi, Samasa, and Karka.
• Introduce Akamksa, Yogyata, and Sannidhi as key ideas for textual comprehension.
• Build students' confidence in their ability to access the original Sanskrit text with some effort.

Program Highlight:

Program Type
Certificate Course (For Non-UoH Students) / Open Elective (For UoH Students)
Program Level
Basic Certificate
Completion
Certificate
Eligibility
A Graduate
Credits
4
Course Delivery
Online
Course Fee
INR 2500/-

What is the Advanced Malariology: Biology of Parasitism and Drug Resistance Course About?

The second online certificate course focuses on Advanced Malariology: Biology of Parasitism and Drug Resistance. The course is designed for learners and professionals seeking specialized academic exposure to molecular parasitology, parasite biology, and the scientific challenges surrounding drug resistance.

Learning Outcome

• Discussion on parasitism, focusing on key physiological processes for chronic infection establishment and maintenance.
• Examination of interactions between human hosts, parasites, and mosquito vectors.
• Insights into molecular mechanisms of drug resistance.
• Overview of recent technological advancements in molecular parasitology.
• Emphasis on understanding the strengths and limitations of each technique for effective experimental strategy design.

Program Type
Certificate Course (For Non-UoH Students) / Open Elective (For UoH Students)
Program Level
Basic Certificate
Completion
Certificate
Eligibility
Master & Ph.D Students
Credits
2
Course Delivery
Online
Course Fee
Rs 1000/- (To gain access to all 2 Lectures) and Rs 2500/- (Course Completion Certificate)

New Video Recording Studio Inaugurated at CDLTR

Alongside the launch of the online certificate courses, the University of Hyderabad also inaugurated an additional video recording studio at the Centre for Digital Learning, Training & Resources. The new facility is expected to support the development of digital learning content and online courses. The university has also announced plans to conduct faculty development programmes to help more faculty members develop and launch online courses.

The launch of two specialised online certificate courses marks an important development in the University of Hyderabad's digital education journey. By bringing together computational Sanskrit learning and advanced malariology, the university has demonstrated how online education can be used to deliver specialised academic knowledge beyond traditional campus boundaries.

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