MGU Admissions 2021: Mahatma Gandhi University to launch online degree, PG courses

To begin providing courses via virtual mode, MGU has proposed undergraduate programmes in commerce and business administration and a postgraduate course (MCom).

MGU Admissions 2021: Mahatma Gandhi University is all set to launch online degree programmes. Candidates interested in MGU Admissions 2021 must note that the university became eligible for offering the online degree courses as it secured a rank in the top 100 higher educational institutions under the National Institute of Ranking Framework (NIRF). Sabu Thomas, Vice-Chancellor said, “Mahatma Gandhi University is ranked 30 among the top 100 higher educational institutions as per the NIRF. The University Grants Commission has given permission to the first 100 institutes to start the online degree programmes.”

To begin providing courses via virtual mode, MGU has proposed undergraduate programmes in commerce and business administration and a postgraduate course (MCom). Talking about the University’s approach towards online education, Robinet Jacob, Director of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, and Professor, School of Tourism Studies said, “We are hopeful of launching the 100% online degree programmes by July-August. The courses will have an end-to-end digital approach.”

MGU states that it be offering online degree programmes as per the provisions under the UGC (Open and Distance Learning and Online programmes) Regulations, 2020. “The BSc course in Programming and Data Science is offered by Indian Institute of Technology - Madras is one such example. The online degree programmes are treated on a par with the regular courses offered in the traditional mode,” said Professor Jacob.

The online degree programmes at MGU will be offered under its Centre for Online Education. The courses will be made available through the university’s own digital platform. Students will receive academic sessions in the form of lectures by experts and interactive sessions. Students will have to take up short-term projects and other assignments online. The examinations will be conducted in the proctored mode and in tune with the UGC norms. Interested applicants must note that the courses will be open to candidates meeting the basic qualifications prescribed by the university. Working professionals in various sectors who wish to enhance their learning skills can also enrol for the online programmes, according to the university authorities.

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