Centre for Distance and Online Education: Courses, Facilities

Rohini Pandey

Updated on - Jan 15, 2026

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) occupies a unique position amongst universities and institutions of higher learning in the country. It was established in 1920 and evolved out of the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College (MAO College) which was set up in 1877 by the great visionary and social reformer, Sir Syed Ahmad khan. Spread over 467.6 hectares in the city of Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, Aligarh Muslim University offers more than 300 courses in the traditional and modern branches of education

Know More about AMU - Distance Education Courses and Fees

The Centre for Distance Education (CDE) is an integral part of the University. Adopting flexible and innovative methods of education to ensure independent learning to anyone, anytime and anywhere, the Centre offers programs of the study that are customized to meet the learning requirements of knowledge seekers as well as to ensure that they learn at their own pace and convenience.

AMU Distance Education Highlights:

Type of University	Private
Recognized by	UGC - DEC
Address	Anoop Shahar Road, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
Programs offered	Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Certificate, Diploma Courses

AMU Distance Education Courses:

Course	Specialization
B.Sc	Computer Science
B.Com (Hons), BLIS	-
Certificate	Hardware and Network Technology, Information Technology,
Diploma	Communicative Skills in English, Foreign Language (Chinese, French, German, Spanish)
PG Diploma	Computer Programming, Data Analytics, Guidance and Counseling, Human rights and Duties, Industrial safety and Management, Journalism and Mass Communication, Advertisement, Marketing Management, Office Management, Personnel Management, Portfolio Management, Sales and Retail, Travel and Tourism Management,
M.Com	-
Senior Secondary School Certificate	Arts, Social Science, Commerce

AMU Distance Education FAQs:

Where is the University situated?
- It is located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh.
Does the institute offer a Diploma Course?
- Yes. It offers Diploma in various specializations
When can the candidate enroll for CDE programs?
- The admission dates are decided by UGC and they are displayed on the notice board