Teaching

Aspiring teachers can enrol in a number of teaching related courses at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) is a well liked option for applicants who have a Diploma in elementary education or teaching experience and have earned a Bachelors or master's degree with at least 50% of the possible points. IGNOU administers a national entrance exam that determines admission.

To improve teaching abilities, IGNOU provides postgraduate students with a Master of Arts in Education (MAEDU) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education Technology (PGDET).
Applicants must submit their applications online via the IGNOU admission portal along with the necessary paperwork which includes photos, identification documents and educational certificates.

To become a lecturer after the completion of a Master's in Pharmacy, you must get the necessary qualifications; in the case of faculty positions, a Master's is a prerequisite. Relevant experience comes in the form of internships or part-time teaching positions in universities and colleges, making you a more attractive candidate for lecturing positions. Utilize the job sites Glassdoor, Indeed, and LinkedIn to search for openings in universities and colleges and prepare a good resume for academic positions. Application for assistant professor or lecturer positions would be very important, keeping up with current developments in pharmacy education would help your career advance. Also, it wouldn't be a bad idea to consider a Ph.D. for advanced teaching opportunities. Networking with professionals in the field would also be advisable for a better chance at securing a teaching position. 

The eligibility criteria for admission to a Diploma in Teaching & Education (DTE) programme in Kerala typically include the following:

1. Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) education from a recognised board. For some institutions, a minimum percentage of marks may be required (usually around 50-60%).

2. Age Limit: The minimum age for admission is usually 17 years, and the maximum age is generally around 35 years, though this can vary depending on the institution.

3. Entrance Exam: Some colleges may require candidates to appear for an entrance examination or interview to assess their aptitude for teaching.

4. Subject Requirements: While most DTE programs don't have strict subject-specific requirements, some institutions may prefer candidates from the Science or Arts stream, depending on the nature of the program.

Parul University does not specifically provide a scholarship for a teaching program. Instead, it offers various scholarships for the students across disciplines and academic lines, such as merit-based and need-based scholarships. These scholarships support the student in his academic career and are provided at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. In order to avail of these scholarships, there is a specific eligibility criteria required for the students, like good marks in qualifying exams. For more information about scholarships available and how to apply, one should visit the official Parul University website or directly call their scholarship office.