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India Today
3 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
University of San Diego launches online masters programme for Indian professionals
The University of San Diego (USD) has announced the launch of a set of fully online master's degree programmes for working professionals in India, focused on high-demand technology fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Cyber is the first time these courses -- previously offered only to US-based learners -- are available to international students from programmes are 100 per cent online, asynchronous, and structured to be completed in 20 months, allowing students to study at their own pace while maintaining professional and personal DETAILS AND PARTNERSHIP The new suite includes four degrees:MS in Applied Artificial IntelligenceMS in Applied Data ScienceMS in Cybersecurity EngineeringMS in Cybersecurity Operations and LeadershipThese full-stack master's degrees are academically equivalent to USD's on-campus offerings and are delivered in English. Students must demonstrate English proficiency through IELTS (minimum 7), Duolingo (minimum 120), or two years of prior education in curriculum is developed by academic experts with real-world industry experience and is reviewed annually to ensure alignment with evolving technology trends and market Indian applicants, USD has partnered with GradRight, an education platform that will assist with admissions guidance and student support throughout the course ELIGIBILITY AND ENROLMENTThe total cost of the 20-month programme is approximately Rs 10.49 lakh, with scholarships and financial aid available for eligible Indian students to reduce access for Fall 2025 are now open, with the application deadline set for August 1, 2025. Classes will commence on September 2, 2025. To apply, candidates must hold:A 4-year undergraduate degree with at least a second division, orA 3-year undergraduate degree with first divisionAn optional two-week immersion at USD's California campus is also available, giving students a chance to network, engage face-to-face with faculty and peers, and experience the university environment first-hand.- Ends
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
USD offers online Master's degrees in AI, Data Science, and Cybersecurity for Indian professionals
The University of San Diego (USD) has introduced a suite of online, industry-aligned Master's degree programs in technology, specifically for working professionals in India. These programs are identical to the on-campus offerings in the U.S. and confer the same U.S.-accredited degree upon completion. The online programs include: MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence, MS in Applied Data Science, MS in Cyber Security Engineering, and MS in Cyber Security Operations and Leadership. Each program is delivered asynchronously over 20 months, allowing students to study without pausing their careers. Students have the option to participate in a two-week on-campus immersion in the U.S. and gain access to USD's alumni network. Mentorship opportunities are available through former students working in leading organisations. Masterclasses led by global industry leaders in AI, Data Science, and Cybersecurity are also part of the offering. GradRight has been appointed as the official outreach and student access partner in India. It provides end-to-end admission guidance and support for prospective students. The total cost of the program is approximately ₹10.49 lakhs, with scholarships available to eligible candidates to increase affordability. Admission for the Fall 2025 intake is open until August 1, 2025, with classes beginning on September 2, 2025. The medium of instruction is English. Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through an IELTS score of 7, a Duolingo score of 120, or proof of two years of study in English. Candidates must hold either a four-year degree with at least a Second Division or a three-year degree with a First Division to be eligible.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
University of San Diego launches 2-year online master's programmes for Indian professionals
The University of San Diego (USD) has launched a suite of online master's degree programmes designed 'specifically for working professionals in India.' These 100 per cent online courses are focused on key technology sectors and including MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence, MS in Applied Data Science, MS in Cyber Security Engineering, and MS in Cyber Security Operations and Leadership. Australia hikes student visa fee to AUD 2,000: List of major study abroad destinations, their visa costs According to the university, these courses were earlier available only to students in the United States but are now being offered to learners in India for the first time. The programmes are fully online and asynchronous, allowing students to complete the 20-month degree at their own pace without attending live classes. The statement notes that GradRight has been appointed as the outreach and student access partner for the programme in India, and will guide prospective students through the admissions process and offer support throughout the course duration. Harvard advises international students to avoid Boston Logan airport amid heightened US border scrutiny: Report The structure allows students to complete coursework at their own pace while meeting clearly defined weekly milestones. These are full-stack master's degrees from the University of San Diego, equivalent in academic content and credential to their on-campus counterparts, according to a statement from the university. The curriculum is developed by academic experts with industry experience and is reviewed annually to ensure alignment with current real-world challenges and technological advancements. The degrees are delivered in English, with proof of proficiency required through IELTS (score of 7), Duolingo (score of 120), or two years of prior education in English. Ontario colleges slash 10,000 jobs as international enrolment plummets in Canada after study permit cap An optional two-week on-campus immersion in the US is also available to students, offering opportunities for face-to-face engagement and networking. Admissions are now open for the Fall 2025 intake, with an application deadline of August 1. Classes begin on September 2, 2025. Applicants must hold either a 4-year undergraduate degree with at least a second division, or a 3-year degree with first division. The total cost of the programme is approximately Rs 10.49 lakh. USD is offering scholarships to eligible students in India to increase access to these courses. Financial aid aims to reduce barriers for high-potential candidates seeking to build skills in emerging technology fields.
The Age
04-07-2025
- Sport
- The Age
De Minaur to face Danish bolter at Wimbledon after dominant win
The 2018 Wimbledon quarter-finalist is the highest-ranked player left in her quarter, but has a challenging round-of-32 test against Russian power-hitter Liudmila Samsonova, who eliminated in-form Australian Maya Joint in the first round. 'I know a lot of seeded players lost already in both draws – men's and women's – but I've got a very difficult next match,' Kasatkina said. '[Samsonova] is super confident on grass, she's showing good results, and she's playing very good, so it's going to be a very difficult match ... last time we played in Indian Wells [in March], I lost in three sets. Here, on grass, I think she feels even more comfortable [but] I'm going to prepare well, and give my 150 per cent.' However, it was a tough centre court initiation for another Australian, Aleks Vukic, who copped a 6-1, 6-1, 6-3 hiding from world No.1 Jannik Sinner in exactly 100 minutes after saving five match points. 'Obviously, Jannik was too good today,' Vukic said. 'Him and Carlos are definitely at least two levels above everyone else, and it's pretty evident. Playing him on centre court was a great experience for me – it doesn't happen every day – so as far as the experience, it's up there with one of the best for me. 'The result wasn't amazing, but especially the atmosphere in that third set, and at least making it competitive in the third … I definitely left the court with good sensations from that.' Australia's Rinky Hijikata saved three match points in a row, but still trailed 10th seed Ben Shelton 6-2, 7-5, 5-4 when their match was controversially suspended due to bad light, with the American to serve on Friday for a third-round berth. Thompson's opponent was also decided, with Italy's Luciano Darderi sweeping aside British wildcard Arthur Fery in straight sets. Up next for de Minaur is 192nd-ranked Dane August Holmgren, whose fairytale run at his maiden grand slam continued with a 7-6 (7-5), 6-7 (8-10), 6-7 (5-7), 7-5, 7-6 [10-5] triumph over 21st-seeded Czech Tomas Machac across four hours and 38 minutes. The 27-year-old qualifier, who attended the same US college – the University of San Diego – as British qualifier Oliver Tarvet, celebrated like he had won a grand slam title. He has doubled his career prizemoney this week. Holmgren shared several emotional embraces with family, high-fived fans during a lap of court 12, and tossed a towel to one of the many Danish diehards proudly flying their national flag. Loading His victory means the average ranking of de Minaur's first three opponents at Wimbledon this year is 127. Beyond that looms a potential fourth-round showdown with Novak Djokovic, who de Minaur was supposed to play in an aborted quarter-final last year before the Australian's freak hip injury caused him to withdraw. De Minaur found his radar on his first serve against Cazaux – hitting almost 60 per cent of them in – snatched control in the baseline rallies he was previously leaking errors on, and produced a sharp volleying performance. He lost just four of 30 points at the net, with his trusty down-the-line backhand enabling him to not only gain a foothold in rallies, but also move into the court repeatedly. Cazaux played at a high level in patches, but was unable to maintain it when de Minaur went up a notch, most critically in the match-defining ninth game of the third set. The 22-year-old Frenchman recovered well from a lopsided second set, where the Australian star largely steamrolled him, to lead 4-3 on serve in the third and threaten to mount a major challenge. A tense struggle ensued on Cazaux's next service game, with de Minaur coming out on top in a captivating rally – despite his French foe's wonderful defence – to bring up a break point, only for Cazaux to send down an ace and temporarily stave off the danger. Cazaux failed to convert his own game point soon after, then collapsed on consecutive points that effectively decided the contest. Loading He dumped a straightforward volley into the net to face another break point before double-faulting – missing by about a metre – to gift de Minaur the chance to serve out the third set. Australia's No.1 was locked in by then, and drilled an inside-out forehand winner to go two-sets-to-one up. De Minaur had already worn Cazaux's best punch, and breezed to the end without conceding another game. For all his early waywardness, de Minaur should be satisfied that he is moving in the right direction after an underwhelming period where he admitted to struggling with mental fatigue and had to shift his focus from being so rankings-obsessed. Another source of inspiration was Davis Cup teammate Thompson, who again defied a back injury to win a second straight five-setter on Wednesday. 'I don't know exactly how many five-set wins or comebacks from two-sets-to-love down he's had, but it feels like six or seven already. It's amazing to see,' de Minaur said. 'He's the ultimate competitor. He might not play his best, he might not feel amazing, but something you can count on is him competing from the very first point to the last. 'That's what we, as Australians, want the standard to be, and to show, and to let the opponents from the rest of the world know that, 'Hey, if you are playing an Aussie, be ready for a battle'.' Seven-time champion Djokovic, Grigor Dimitrov, Iga Swiatek, Mirra Andreeva, 2022 winner Elena Rybakina, reigning champion Barbora Krejcikova and Emma Navarro were among the other winners on Thursday. But the upsets continued, with 2017 finalist Marin Cilic sending British fourth seed Jack Draper packing in four sets, while Tommy Paul, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Sofia Kenin also exited the tournament.
Observer
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Alcaraz ends Tarvet's Wimbledon adventure
LONDON: Carlos Alcaraz ended Oliver Tarvet's Wimbledon adventure on Wednesday, seeing off the British amateur in straight sets to reach the third round as last year's runner-up Jasmine Paolini joined the exit of stars. A record-breaking number of top seeds crashed out at the All England Club in the first round but Alcaraz and women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka avoided second-round shocks on Centre Court. Defending champion Alcaraz needed two hours and 17 minutes to subdue world number 733 Tarvet, who produced flashes of his emerging talent to delight the partisan crowd. "First of all I have to give big praise to Oliver. In his second match on the tour, I just loved his game to be honest," said the Spaniard after his 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 win. "I knew I had to play my best tennis. I was really happy with my performance but big praise to him as well." Alcaraz has won his past 20 matches, a blistering streak that has brought him titles at the Rome Masters, the French Open and Queen's Club. The 22-year-old, who beat Jannik Sinner in the final at Roland Garros last month, has won 31 of his 34 Tour-level matches on grass — his last defeat at Wimbledon came against Sinner in the fourth round in 2022. Italy's Jannik Sinner in action. — Reuters The second seed hopes to become the fifth man in the Open era to win at least three consecutive Wimbledon titles after Bjorn Borg, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer and seven-time champion Novak Djokovic. In stark contrast, the unheralded Tarvet is just starting his tennis career and cannot even collect all of his Wimbledon prize money. As a student of the University of San Diego, the 21-year-old has to maintain amateur status and must give up most of his earnings. While Alcaraz is a five-time Grand Slam champion, Tarvet was playing just his second major main draw match after coming through three qualifiers and beating Leandro Riedi in the opening round. "It was just really special. It's not every day that you get to play against maybe the best player in the world. I did a pretty good job of enjoying the moment and trying to play some good tennis," said Tarvet. SEEDS TUMBLE In the first two days, eight of the top 10 seeded players across the men's and women's singles draws were eliminated, a Grand Slam record in the Open era. Second seed Coco Gauff, third seed Jessica Pegula and fifth seed Zheng Qinwen all lost in the first round. And Italian fourth seed Paolini was next to stumble in the second round on Wednesday. Paolini, beaten by Barbora Krejcikova in the 2024 Wimbledon title match, slumped to a 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 defeat against Russian world number 62 Kamilla Rakhimova. But Sabalenka bucked the trend, out-duelling 48th-ranked Marie Bouzkova 7-6 (7/4), 6-4 in a heavy-hitting contest. The Belarusian, who suffered painful defeats in the finals of both the Australian Open and the French Open this year, lashed an impressive 41 winners in a match lasting one hour and 35 minutes. Italy's Jasmine Paolini in action. — Reuters "Honestly it's very sad to see so many top players losing but you better focus on yourself," said the three-time Grand Slam winner. "I hope it's no upsets anymore in this tournament, if you know what I mean!" Sabalenka's next opponent is Britain's Emma Raducanu, the former US Open champion beating 2023 Wimbledon winner Marketa Vondrousova 6-3, 6-3. Sixth seed and Australian Open champion Madison Keys also advanced, making short work of Serbia's Olga Danilovic in a 6-4, 6-2 win. On the men's side, 13 seeded players lost in the first round, breaking the previous tournament record of 11 and tying the 2004 Australian Open for the most at a Grand Slam. American 12th seed Frances Tiafoe was the latest leading man to suffer the agony of an early defeat, going down 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 7-5 against British world number 61 Cameron Norrie. But fifth seed Taylor Fritz avoided the same fate, winning a second successive five-set marathon under the Court One roof against Gabriel Diallo to progress. The Eastbourne champion, who has played on all three days of the tournament so far, was pushed all the way by the Canadian but clinched the final set 6-3. "That's an incredibly hard match... tomorrow is going to be a very light hit," said the American. — AFP
