Question 1

What degree do I receive?

Accepted Answer

You receive a Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence, officially awarded by Woolf University - a licensed European higher-education provider headquartered in Malta (EU).

90 ECTS credits - the standard weight of a European Master's.
An ECTS-aligned academic transcript listing every module and credit.

Question 2

What is ECTS?

Accepted Answer

ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) is the official academic credit standard used across 49 European countries
1 ECTS = 25-30 work hours, 1 year study needs 60
Every Scaler module wins you ECTS credits

In practical terms, ECTS does three things for you:

Makes your degree readable by any global university or employer - they instantly know it's a legitimate Master's, not a certificate.
Lets you transfer or stack credits if you later pursue a PhD or a second Master's abroad.
Holds up under scrutiny in visa, migration, and credential-evaluation processes (ECE, WES).

Question 3

Where is the degree recognised?

Accepted Answer

The MSc is recognised in 60+ countries under the Lisbon Recognition Convention:

United States - accepted by employers and graduate schools; ECE evaluation available for credential equivalency.
Canada & European Union - recognised for skilled-worker visas and migration scoring (Express Entry, EU Blue Card).
United Kingdom & Australia - accepted for skilled-worker visa points.
Middle East - recognised for career and academic credentials by major employers and ministries of education.
India - used to back promotions, senior-role moves, and second-Master's / PhD applications abroad.

Tip: this is the same framework that lets a German engineer apply to a US PhD program. You're entering that same recognition system.

Question 4

Is it UGC/AICTE recognised in India?

Accepted Answer

No. Woolf is a foreign university, so it is not regulated by India's UGC or AICTE - the same is true of every foreign degree, including Oxford, Stanford, MIT, and INSEAD.

What this means for you in practice:

Indian private-sector employers (TCS, Infosys, Flipkart, Microsoft India, Google India, banks, startups) accept the degree.
Foreign universities and employers accept it via ECTS / Lisbon Convention.
It is not designed for Indian government jobs, UGC-NET, or PhD programs at Indian public universities - if that is your goal, speak to a counsellor before enrolling.

If your goal is private-sector growth, global mobility, or a future Master's/PhD abroad, UGC/AICTE is not the framework that gates you. ECTS is - and you get that.

Question 5

Can I use it for a PhD or second Master's?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A 90-ECTS Master's meets the standard entry requirement for PhD programs across the EU, UK, Canada, Australia, and most US schools.

US schools usually require an ECE or WES credential evaluation, which this degree qualifies for.
Whether a specific program admits you depends on your research fit and profile - but the credential gates do not block you.

Question 6

Does it help with a work visa or PR abroad?

Accepted Answer

A recognised foreign Master's adds points in every major skilled-migration system:

Canada - Express Entry
European Union - EU Blue Card
United Kingdom - Skilled Worker
Australia - GSM

Each system scores differently, but the underlying recognition test - is this a legitimate, accredited Master's? - is the one this degree passes.

Note: visa decisions are made by destination governments. We don't guarantee any immigration outcome, but the degree is structured to clear the recognition checks these systems apply.

Question 7

Do you provide visa or relocation support?

Accepted Answer

No. Neovarsity is delivered 100% online - you stay in your current country and job. We don't sponsor visas or provide immigration consultancy.

What we do provide: a globally recognised credential that strengthens any application you submit yourself.

Question 8

Is an online Master's seen as 'less than'?

Accepted Answer

Modern accreditation frameworks - ECTS, ECE, the Lisbon Convention - do not discriminate by delivery mode. They only test whether the awarding institution is accredited and whether the curriculum meets the credit weight of a Master's. Woolf passes both.

In hiring, the question recruiters ask is 'Is this a real Master's from a recognised institution?' - and the answer here is yes. The mode of delivery has been a non-issue at every employer we've placed graduates into so far.

Question 9

Can I see the certificate and transcript?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can see a sample on the Neovarsity website or ask your admission counsellor.

We share the actual degree certificate format and a sample ECTS-aligned transcript, so you know exactly what you're earning.

Question 10

What's the minimum eligibility?

Accepted Answer

A Bachelor's degree in any discipline. That's it.

No GRE, no GMAT, no IELTS, no TOEFL.
Diploma holders are accepted via the combined Scaler + Neovarsity pathway (reviewed case-by-case by our admissions team).

Question 11

I'm not from a CS background - will I struggle?

Accepted Answer

No - a non-CS profile is the most common profile in our learner base.

The Academy Beginner track is purpose-built for non-CS graduates and career switchers: it starts from programming fundamentals and builds up to AI/ML systems, assuming zero prior CS knowledge.

Many of our highest-impact alumni come from mechanical, electrical, fine arts, commerce, and finance backgrounds.

Question 12

Am I eligible with a 3-year Bachelor's?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Unlike many European Master's that require a 4-year Bachelor's, the Neovarsity MSc accepts 3-year Bachelor's degree holders.

This is one of the meaningful structural advantages of the Woolf framework - and the reason many Indian graduates can pursue this MSc without first doing a bridge program.

Question 13

How much work experience do I need?

Accepted Answer

None required. The program serves three distinct profiles:

0-3 years (early-career, non-CS, career switchers) - Academy Beginner / Intermediate tracks.
3-7 years (mid-level developers targeting promotion or global roles) - DSML, DevOps, or AI/ML tracks.
7+ years (tech leaders, MBA aspirants, PhD pathway seekers) - Advanced track + Oxford add-on recommended.

Question 14

Can I finish this while working full-time?

Accepted Answer

Yes - the program is engineered for working professionals.

Roughly 10-12 hours per week.
Live classes scheduled in the evening and on weekends.
All sessions recorded and available for life.

Over 80% of current learners are full-time employed throughout the program.

Question 15

I already have a Master's - is another worth it?

Accepted Answer

Worth it if any of these are true:

You want a CS/AI-specific credential to switch into AI roles.
You need an internationally portable degree (your current Master's is local).
You're aiming for a PhD that requires CS coursework.
You want the Oxford add-on for global optics.

If none of these apply, a focused upskilling track (without the degree) might serve you better - talk to a counsellor.

Question 16

What's the total program fee?

Accepted Answer

Fees vary by track. The headline EMI starts at ₹5,141/month.

For the exact total fee for your chosen track, the upgrade structure, and any current discounts, your admission counsellor will share a full break-up on your 1:1 call.

We keep the call personalised because the right number depends on your track, scholarship eligibility, and EMI plan.

Question 17

Is the EMI a loan? Will it affect my CIBIL?

Accepted Answer

EMIs are offered through our partner financing companies (NBFCs).

No-cost EMI on most plans - zero interest, structured to be CIBIL-friendly.
A standard loan approval check is run; once approved, on-time payments improve your CIBIL profile over time.

Low CIBIL score or a past loan rejection? Our counsellors have helped hundreds of learners restructure through alternate financing partners - this is rarely a deal-breaker.

Question 18

Are there scholarships or discounts?

Accepted Answer

Yes, on a case-by-case basis.

Merit reviews for strong academic / professional profiles.
Limited early-cohort scholarships open every intake.

Discounts aren't advertised publicly, so ask your counsellor what's currently available for your track and profile - that 1:1 conversation is where you'll get the real number.

Question 19

What's the refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Scaler offers a structured refund window in the early days of the program. The exact window and pro-rata terms are shared in your enrolment letter, so you have it in writing before you commit.

We keep this transparent because the goal is for you to be confident, not locked-in. Confirm specifics with your counsellor before you sign.

Question 20

What if I can't continue mid-program?

Accepted Answer

Two safety nets exist:

Pause / defer to the next cohort without losing your seat (subject to a small administrative process).
For financial hardship, our team can help restructure your EMI plan with the financing partner.

Hundreds of learners have used the deferral option - it is a normal, supported path.

Question 21

How is the curriculum structured?

Accepted Answer

Total: 90 ECTS credits = 60 credits core + 30 credits specialisation.

Core - programming, DSA, system design, AI fundamentals, and AI agents: the foundations every modern engineer needs.
Specialisation - go deep in your chosen track: Data Science & ML, DevOps & Cloud, AI/ML, or Academy.

Cross-program electives are available at no extra cost.

Question 22

How current is the AI/ML content?

Accepted Answer

Modules are refreshed every cohort. The current curriculum includes RAG systems, agentic design, multimodal models, and LLMOps - production AI workflows taught the way they're actually shipped at companies like Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI.

This is the single biggest reason mid-career engineers upgrade: the syllabus stays current.

Question 23

Who teaches the program?

Accepted Answer

Instructors are senior engineers and leaders from Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, Google, Booking.com, Atlassian, and Cadence. Among them are also Scaler founders and principal engineers with 10+ years of building at scale.

Sessions are live - not pre-recorded - so you can ask questions and get them answered in real time.

Question 24

How am I assessed? Are there exams?

Accepted Answer

Assessment is a mix of:

Weekly assignments
In-class problem solving
Project work
A capstone

There's no single high-stakes final exam - you're evaluated on continuous demonstrated ability, which is how serious technical programs work today. The exact pass criteria for each module are shared in your enrolment letter.

Question 25

Is there a capstone or thesis?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The program culminates in an industry-aligned capstone project - a real, portfolio-ready piece of work you can show to recruiters.

For learners who add the Oxford certification, there's an additional final AI project at the Oxford module level.

Question 26

How many hours per week?

Accepted Answer

Plan for 10-12 hours/week across live classes, assignments, and self-study. Some weeks are lighter, some heavier near assessments.

This is the load the program is engineered around - designed to be sustainable for a full-time working professional with family commitments.

Question 27

Do I get lifetime access to recordings?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Curriculum, recordings, and future module updates remain accessible to you after graduation.

This is a deliberate design choice - the AI field moves fast, and we want alumni to stay current without re-enrolling.

Question 28

What language is it taught in?

Accepted Answer

English. No language proficiency test is required at admission.

Question 29

What is the Oxford Certification?

Accepted Answer

A 1-academic-credit certification issued by Oxford. It includes:

Official Oxford alumni recognition.
Live sessions delivered by ex-MIT faculty.
A final AI project.

The add-on fee is ₹60,000 on top of the Woolf MSc.

Question 30

Is the Oxford add-on a degree?

Accepted Answer

No - it is a 1-credit certification, not a full Oxford degree. Be clear on this: your Master's degree is awarded by Woolf.

The Oxford add-on layers Oxford alumni status and an Oxford-issued credential onto your profile alongside the MSc. Both are real and valuable, but they are distinct credentials.

Question 31

Do I need to travel to Oxford?

Accepted Answer

No. The Oxford modules are delivered online - you earn the Oxford credential without leaving your job.

Question 32

Is the Oxford add-on worth ₹60,000?

Accepted Answer

Honest answer: it depends on your goal. Worth it if you're targeting:

International roles where 'Oxford' on the CV opens conversations.
Senior leadership positions in India where brand credentials matter.
Future PhD / Master's applications where additional academic backing helps.

If you're early-career and budget-sensitive, the core Woolf MSc is sufficient - you can always add Oxford later if your goals shift.

Question 33

What placement support do I get?

Accepted Answer

Six additional months of dedicated placement support on top of your Scaler program, including:

Mock interviews
Resume reviews
Referrals
Access to our hiring pipelines

You also get lifetime access to the Scaler alumni network of 20,000+ engineers placed across global companies.

Question 34

Which companies hire from Neovarsity?

Accepted Answer

Active hiring partners include Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Atlassian, Adobe, Intuit, Walmart, Flipkart, Paytm, Myntra, NVIDIA, PayPal, Booking.com, Samsung, and 1,200+ others across India and globally.

Your admission counsellor can share the latest placement report with cohort-specific numbers.

Question 35

Is placement guaranteed?

Accepted Answer

Outcomes depend on your effort, profile, and market conditions - but the system around you is designed for the highest possible conversion rate.

Question 36

I already have a job - what's the upside?

Accepted Answer

Three concrete moves Neovarsity is designed to unlock for working professionals:

Internal promotion or in-company role-change into AI / ML - backed by a globally recognised credential.
Higher-paying external switches to senior IC or tech-lead roles.
Future global mobility - the credential travels with you if you choose to apply abroad later.

Question 37

Do international companies hire from this?

Accepted Answer

Yes - alumni have moved into roles at global companies through internal transfers, direct international applications, and referral networks.

The Woolf MSc is structured specifically to clear international recruiter shortlists where 'recognised Master's degree' is a filter.

Question 38

When does the next cohort start?

Accepted Answer

Cohorts run on a rolling intake - your counsellor will share the next available start date during your call.

Most learners begin within 2-4 weeks of completing admissions. Seats per cohort are capped and fill on a first-confirmed basis, so don't wait for a single 'deadline' to act.

Question 39

What's the admission process?

Accepted Answer

Five steps:

Request a callback or download the brochure.
1:1 profile conversation with an admission counsellor.
Eligibility & track-fit review.
Enrolment letter and EMI / financing setup.
Cohort onboarding.

End-to-end this typically takes 5-10 days.

Question 40

What documents do I need?

Accepted Answer

You'll need:

Bachelor's degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Government-issued ID
Work-experience proof (if applicable)

For diploma-holders, additional verification may be requested. Your counsellor will share the exact checklist after the eligibility review.

Question 41

Can I defer to the next cohort?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Deferrals are supported with minimal paperwork.

If life circumstances change between enrolment and cohort start, you can shift your start date - talk to your program manager and it's handled.

Question 42

How's this different from Scaler Academy?

Accepted Answer

Scaler Academy gives you industry-grade training and a placement engine - it trains you for the job market.

Neovarsity adds a globally recognised MSc on top of that same training, with extended placement support and an optional Oxford credential.

Same timeline. Same effort. Two (or three) credentials instead of one.

Question 43

How's this different from an IIT online MTech?

Accepted Answer

IIT online MTechs are UGC-recognised Indian degrees - strong for Indian academia and government roles. Neovarsity is ECTS-recognised internationally - stronger for global roles, migration, and PhD applications abroad.

Compare on these dimensions:

Total cost
Time commitment
Recognition geography
Mode of delivery
Post-program placement support

Then decide based on where you want to be in 5 years.

Question 44

How's this different from a Coursera/upGrad MSc?

Accepted Answer

Three structural differences:

ECTS credits - most online MSc programs don't issue ECTS, which limits global portability. Neovarsity does.
Scaler's placement engine - 1,200+ hiring partners and six months of dedicated post-program support. Most online MSc providers have no active placement team.
Oxford add-on - a credentialed Oxford pathway isn't available on competing programs at this price point.

Question 45

Is the Woolf degree the same as Oxford/Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

The MSc is awarded by Woolf University (Malta, EU), a licensed European higher-education institution operating under the same ECTS framework as Oxford and Cambridge.

The Oxford Certification is a separate, optional 1-credit add-on issued by Oxford.

Both are real credentials with real recognition - but they are not the same as a full Oxford degree.

A Global Master's in Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence

Earn a Degree with No Extra Coursework

Globally Recognised Degree

Extended Placement Support

Learn at Scaler and earn ECTS with no extra work

Receive a Masters degree from Woolf University

Add an Oxford Certification to enhance your profile

Earn an EU-recognised degree with Woolf University

What is Woolf?

How you get the degree?

Finish up to 9 months early

Master's at Zero Extra Workload

Taught by Practitioners, not Academics

AI-First by Design

Globally Recognised Degree & Credits

Optional Oxford Certification

Cross-Program Electives

Master's at Zero Extra Workload

Taught by Practitioners, not Academics

AI-First by Design

Globally Recognised Degree & Credits

Optional Oxford Certification

Cross-Program Electives

A Master of Science in Computer Science or Artificial Intellogence that the world actually recognises.

The same curriculum. 18 months of depth. And a globally recognised Master's degree at the end of it.

Neovarsity Master's-The globally recognised Master's in CS

Neovarsity + a credentials from Oxford

One degree. Three layers of depth. Built your way.

Pick your Home Program

Choose any elective an engineer needs

Pick specialisation from any Scaler program

A globally recognised Master's in CS

90-Credit Master's: 60-Credit Core + 30-Credit Specialisation

Programming Fundamentals

Learn from people who've built what you want to build.

System Design

Backend Architecture

DSA

Full Stack Development

Problem Solving

Competitive Programming

Backend Development

Backend Engineering

Backend Development

System Design

Join 1,000+ professionals building global careers with Neovarsity.

Learner’s Profile Distribution

Learner’s YOE Distribution

Companies our learners come from

From career switch to senior engineer - the Neovarsity proof.

1,200+ hiring partners. 6 extra months of dedicated support.

Get a globally accredited certificate and recognised by ECTS and ECE. The credits are transferable if you need them for higher education.

Built on a decade of career outcomes. Designed for an AI-first future.

Trusted by industry. Proven through outcomes.

A curriculum that ships with the industry

A Master's that grows with your career.

37,000+ tech professionals. Your next network.

Got Questions? We've Got Answers

What degree do I receive?

What is ECTS?

Where is the degree recognised?

Is it UGC/AICTE recognised in India?

Can I use it for a PhD or second Master's?

Does it help with a work visa or PR abroad?

Do you provide visa or relocation support?

Is an online Master's seen as 'less than'?

Can I see the certificate and transcript?

A Global Master's in Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence

Earn a Degree with No Extra Coursework

Globally Recognised Degree

Extended Placement Support

Learn at Scaler and earn ECTS with no extra work

Receive a Masters degree from Woolf University

Add an Oxford Certification to enhance your profile

Earn an EU-recognised degree with Woolf University

What is Woolf?

How you get the degree?

Finish up to 9 months early

Master's at Zero Extra Workload

Taught by Practitioners, not Academics

37,000+ tech professionals. Your next network.

37,000+ tech professionals. Your next network.