Teaching & Education

For admission to the MEd. course at KJ Somaiya School of Education, the college conducts the interview process several times for an academic batch. Moreover, the dates for PI rounds for the MEd course are as follows:

The primary eligibility criteria required by the school to get admission into the MEd course is candidates must complete BEd/ BA BEd/ BSc BEd/ BElEd/ DElEd with a minimum aggregate of 50%. Moreover, the selection process is based on entrance exams. Therefore, the school accepts the relevant scores from MAH-MEd-CET/ CUET/ PERA-MEd-CET/ any other state level MEd CET. Followed by a PI. 

Yes D.P.Ed is a great career option for the individual who are passionate about sports, fitness and teaching and also wants to pursue their career in physical education. The demand for physical education teachers is increasing now a days rapidly due to:

• Growing awareness about fitness and health
• Increased focus on sports education in schools and colleges
• Expansion of fitness centers, yoga studios and sports academies
• Government initiatives like Khelo India promoting sports at the grassroots level

If you have a keen interest in physical activities enjoy working with people and want a dynamic career then D.P.Ed. can be excellent choice.

No, D.P.Ed is not available in distance mode because it requires extensive physical training, practical sessions, and on-field coaching. However, B.P.Ed. or M.P.Ed. may have some universities offering distance learning options.

Yes graduates with a D.P.Ed degree can find jobs abroad especially in Gulf countries like Europe and USA where there is a high demand for:

• Fitness Trainers in gyms and health clubs
• Sports Coaches in international schools and academies
• Yoga Instructors in wellness retreats and fitness centers
• Recreational Therapists in healthcare institutions

To work internationally you may need various additional certifications such as ACE (American Council on Exercise) or NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association).

B.Ed is a professional course offered at KJSSED that is meant only for teaching purposes. The graduates can teach the same or related subjects to their core specialisation at the graduation/post-graduation level. The basic aim of the B.Ed. course is to make the candidate proficient in the structured way of teaching. How the topic is to be introduced, developed, and finally, feedback as to how much students have understood.

There are several factors that candidates can consider while comparing the B.Ed course of KJ Somaiya College of Education with other colleges and institutes. Firstly, candidates are suggested to identify their concern; for example, if fees are the concern, then candidates must compare the colleges on the basis of their fee structure and affordability. In the same way, candidates can compare the colleges and institutions on the basis of various factors: 

• Shiksha Rating
• Location
• Seats
• Cutoff
• Admission Criteria, etc. 

The total number of seats offered by KJ Somaiya School of Education for B.Ed course is 100. To get a seat in the programme, candidates are required to secure a minimum of 50% or above marks either in the bachelor's degree/ or in the master's degree in Sciences/ Social Sciences/Humanities/Commerce Subjects from any UGC recognised University of India.

Bachelor's in Engineering/Technology with specialisation in Science/ Mathematics/ Pharmacy/ Law / Management/ Fine Arts/ Performing Arts must have a minimum of 55% aggregate and above. 

The subjects offered in the first semester of the B.Ed. course at  KJ Somaiya School of Education include the subjects that create the foundational base for the course that helps the students to understand the further upcoming subjects and semesters. The names of the offered subjects are

• Foundational courses
• Fundamentals of Education
• Principles & Theories of Learning
• Learner and Human Development
• Education in India: A Historical Perspective
• Transdisciplinary Courses
• Gender, Society and Education
• Ability Enhancing Courses Integrating Technology in Edu. 1
• Discipline Specific Elective Courses
• Single pedagogy specialisation