M.A. in Public Administration 

at Alagappa University, Karaikudi

Alagappa University MA fee varies depending upon the chosen specialisation/college/mode of study. The total tuition fee for the PG-level programme range between INR 7,700 and INR 60,300. In addition, the total fee will include other fee components as well, such as security deposit, registration fee, and more. Candidates have to pay some amount of the total fee for seat confirmation. The fee amount mentioned here is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Candidates must complete a minimum of graduation to apply for any of the Alagappa University MA specialisations. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at later stages. The university selects candidates for MA based on their merit in the last qualifying exam.

For admission to MA in Journalism and Mass Communication, aspirants should have passed the degree course with a minimum of 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST). Additionally, a 50% minimum aggregate is required for admission to the MA in Life Skill Education course.

After MA course completion, the graduates can find relevant jobs in their field as per chosen specialisation. Whether a graduate chooses to work or study further, the scope of MA Education courses in India is fairly broad. MA graduates can work as Linguist, Correspondent, Lecturer, Writer, Teacher, Broadcast Journalist, Researcher etc. They can earn an average salary ranging from INR 4 LPA to 6 LPA. However, the package depends upon the candidates' skill and the employer.

Yes, Alagappa University offers two-year MA course divided into four semesters. Candidates who have completed graduation can apply for MA programme. Below are some of the MA specialisations:

• Tamil
• English
• Economics
• History
• Journalism, etc. 

Yes, Alagappa University provide placement support to the students. Many top compnies recuit graduates from this university. The latest Alagappa University MA placement report is not available as of now. However, the university NIRF report 2024 is out. As per this report, 295 PG (two-year) students were placed out of 1,226. The median package offered to the candidates stood at INR 2.40 LPA.

The Alagappa University highest package has not been disclosed officially. However, the University has released the median package in the NIRF report 2024. As per the report, the highest median package offered during 2023 placements was INR 3.50 LPA and was made to PG (3-year) students. Check the table below to know the salary details for the past three years of Alagappa University placements: 

NOTE: The 2021 salary details for PG (3-year) courses are unavailable and, hence not showcased in the above table.

Yes, the University has a placement cell. During 2023 placements, 61 UG and 317 PG students were placed. The median package offered to UG (3-year) and PG (2-year) students was INR 1.27 LPA and INR 2.40 LPA, respectively. For PG (3-year) courses, the median package stood at INR 3.50 LPA. The important details related to Alagappa University placements 2023 are tabulated below:

NOTE: The above details are fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

Alagappa University integrated BSc-MSc course in Marine Biology is of five-year duration. There are a total of 10 semesters, wherein, each has a list of subjects. The first three-year of the course shall include BSc subjects and rest two of MSc. Enlisted below are some of the subjects included in the course curriculum:

• Research Methods in Marine Biology
• Genetics
• Biotechnology
• Fish and Fisheries
• Developmental Biology

Alagappa University is accredited by NAAC with an A+ Grade and its degree programmes are recognised by UGC. Alagappa University Karaikudi is ranked 47th by NIRF 2024 under the University category and 17th by NIRF 2024 under the State Public University. Alagappa University was established in 1985 and is located in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu.