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I want to study a course on Ethical Hacking. Does IGNOU offers any Ethical Hacking course? If yes, then please tell me about the course structure and admission procedure?

Yes, IGNOU offers a course on Ethical Hacking called the Certificate in Information Security (CISE). This is a six-month program that focuses on the fundamentals of cybersecurity and ethical hacking.
The course structure for the Certificate in Information Security (CISE) program is as follows:

• Fundamentals of Computer Systems and Operating Systems
• Fundamentals of Networking
• Information Security Concepts and Principles
• Cyber Security Threats, Attacks, and Countermeasures
• Secure Network Design and Implementation
• Introduction to Ethical Hacking

The admission procedure for the CISE program is as follows:

• Check Eligibility Criteria: The eligibility criteria for the CISE program is a minimum of 10+2 or equivalent or BPP from IGNOU.
• Obtain Application Form: You can obtain the application form either online or in person from the IGNOU regional center that is nearest to you.
• Fill out the Application Form: Fill out the application form with all the necessary details and attach the following documents:

• Class 10th and 12th mark sheets
• Passport size photographs
• ID proof

• Pay the Application Fee: You need to pay the application fee along with your application form. The fee can be paid online through the IGNOU website or in person at the regional center.
• Wait for Admission: Once you have submitted the application form and paid the fee, the IGNOU regional center will communicate with you about the admission process and further steps.