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One step, many career paths
Away from the clamour and rush for engineering and medical admission, arts and science colleges are quietly drawing students, as the courses provide diverse career avenues.
Pick the right college
Check its credentials, talk to alumni, do a recce, play it safe
“Design is about creating emotional impact”
Do psychoanalysis and psychology have a role in training design students? Ed D'Souza, HoD of Graphic Arts at Winchester School of Art, University of Southampton, thinks so.

CAMPUS CONNECT
Develop remedy to reclaim polluted land, researchers told
The Eco-club of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) celebrated the World Environment Day by planting tree saplings in its farm. K. Appavu, Special Officer, Directorate of Natural Resource Management, TNAU, planted the saplings and ...
Making it to MIT against odds
Bolla Srikanth, a visually-challenged boy, is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Sciences at the varsity, says YOGENDRA KALAVALAPALLI
Diversity, a key component of management
Girls form 30 per cent of the student intake at IIM-Kozhikode. The institute's director, Debashis Chatterjee, shares his perceptions on management education.
Campus Connect
Aim of education should be knowledge revolution said T. Padmanabhan, Vice-Chancellor, Tamil Nadu Teachers Educational University.Delivering the first convocation address at Bharath College of Education, Dr. Padmanaban said that India ...
Courses in fine arts
Dance, music, painting and sculpture classes begin in July
Teaching assistants for IIM-K
Indian Institute of Management-Kozhikode requires Teaching Assistants in OB&HR, Quantitative Methods & Operations Management and Strategy areas, on a temporary basis on a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 10,000. Candidates ...
Coping with today's fast-paced lifestyle
It was a ‘traditional' victory for K.R. Kavishaa Sri, a Bachelor of Design in Textiles from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Chennai. She has bagged the “Most Creative Design Collection of the Year” award ...
UGC to check anti-ragging steps
The University Grants Commission (UGC) will keep a close watch on the steps being taken by universities and colleges against the menace of ragging in the new academic year.Based on the directions given by the Supreme Court, the ...
Sailing into the future
Course for deck cadets trains them in using navigational simulators
Set sail armed with practical knowledge
A navigation simulator trains the deck cadets at Sailors Maritime Academy to sail in all weather conditions.
Ph.D. programme
Applications are invited for admission to Ph.D. degree for non-stipendiary candidates for full-time programme in the departments of the University of Madras, colleges affiliated to the university and other recognised research institutions for ...
Animation industry tipped to surpass 1 billion USD
It is assessed that the entire world will undergo a sweeping transformation from industrial economy to a creative or knowledge based economy in the coming few years, and in this scenario, India is tipped to lead from the front. Despite the ...


Placements: IIPM sets new benchmark
Setting new benchmark in B-School placements, the IIPM has placed more than 10,000 students through its campus placements in 1500 companies in the last five years. More than 250 IIPM students got internationally placed in the last three years ...

Australia tightens job list
The Australian Government has tightened its Skilled Occupation List (SOL) which has over 400 occupations. The new list, which will come into effect from July 1, has been cut to include 181 occupations.The spate of attacks on ...
Visa to the land of ideas
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), Information Center, Chennai, organised a special session on Student Visa Procedures on June 7, at the Center.Stephan Kowitz, head of visa section, Consulate General of the Federal Republic of ...
DAAD scholarship for PG programmes

NATA, a gateway into architecture courses
The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA), a national level test conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA), is recommended for students aspiring to do it big as a future architect. The test is the gateway for admissions into ...
UGC to check anti-ragging initiatives
Some of the guidelines of the Supreme Court-appointed committee are not being followed in a few colleges
Focus on nutrition in student campaign
Home Science students of JBAS College for Women administered by SIET, Teynampet, conducted a nutrition awareness exhibition as part of their internship programme at Sports Performance Assessment Rehabilitation Research Counselling (SPARRC) ...
A course in arts journalism
Art is ubiquitous. It may not be particularly dignified or newsworthy all the time, but it is there everywhere. From the arrangement of utensils in a Kutch dwelling to the art of Subodh Gupta, there is an intrinsic sense of aesthetics that ...

CAMPUS JOTTINGS
Conference on VLSI and Signal Processing
Guru Nanak Engineering College, Ibrahimpatnam, organised the first International Conference on VLSI and Signal Processing at its campus that was inaugurated by Rich Goldman, Vice President, Synopsys INC & CEO Synopsys Armenia.The ...
Russia calling
The Russian Federal Agency of Education now woos Indian students with scholarships, offered for a range of courses
Fellowship in criminology
Applications are invited for doctoral fellowship in criminology and police science under the Bureau of Police Research and Development, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, New Delhi. Last date: June ...
Training programmes in stock market analysis
Manipal Education, a pioneering and leading academic and education services provider, has entered into collaboration with National Stock Exchange (NSE) to launch training programmes in capital markets across the country.The programmes ...
It's all about adopting the right strategy
The interview is a comprehensive personality test, not an abominable cross-examination
Be a trained transplant coordinator
MOHAN Foundation (Multi Organ Harvesting Aid Network) is conducting training programmes in transplant coordination and grief counselling — a first in South Asia. The coordinators help pass on life.
Management aspirants get doubts cleared
Experts give their take on the subject at the The Hindu Education Plus ‘Management Scope-2010'
Wanted: more experts in publishing
Jobs are increasing and the industry is expanding rapidly

GUIDANCE PLUS
For a bright career in the armed forces
The Union Public Service Commission every year conducts the ‘National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination' to recruit and train officers for the three services.
PG Diploma and degree courses
The TNAU is also offering one-year PG Diploma courses in English in semester pattern through distance education. They are in Food Biotechnology, Bioinformatics and Production/Quality Control in Medicinal Plants. More information can be had ...
ICM to be hosted by Central varsity
University of Hyderabad will host the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC) from August 19 to 27 this year.The prestigious event, which is held once in four years under ...
Australian fellowships
The Australia-India Council (AIC) has announced the winners of Australian Studies Fellowships for 2010 and one of the winners will study the “Perceptions of safety and the acculturation experience among Indian students in Australia: A ...
Indian origin officers in Victoria Police


Australia brings changes to Skilled Occupation List
For those keen on exploring opportunities in Australia, the government there has tightened its occupation list. The current Skilled Occupation List (SOL) has over 400 occupations.The new list of occupations, which would come into effect ...

Vishy to challenge mathematicians
Noted mathematicians from across the world gathering in Hyderabad for the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) in August this year have a tough task on hand. The best of brains from around the world will be collectively challenged by ...
Time-bound effort must
To succeed in the Civil Services examination, time management is essential, especially during the several months of preparation
Manipal varsity's new offer
Manipal University, which has carved out a niche in providing medical and engineering education, is now diversifying into the humanities. It launched the Manipal Centre for Philosophy and Humanities this year.This centre is starting a ...
Eplus Club Schedule
Day 1 Theme: The E-Plus club is all about having fun with the English language.This week let's focus on getting creative and playing with language. Enjoy.Day 2 An I for Innovation: Think about a line from any poem (e. g., ...


TALKING POINT
Substitute with standard expressions
Indian English as we commonly understand it has three types of sources--the inclusion of words and mannerisms from our Indian languages into English; expressions that are unique to our English; and words and expressions that are part of ...

It's an effective academic model
The autonomy system scores over the affiliating scheme in many respects, and especially builds an intense one-on-one academic bond between the teacher and the taught
Wins Microsoft Imagine Cup 2010
A team of students of Prathyusha Institute of Technology and Management led by Koushik of final-year ECE emerged winners of ‘MICROSOFT IMAGINE CUP 2010'. Koushik has been selected as a finalist for participation in the paper presentation ...

Arts and science at PG level await renaissance
The number of vacancies at the PG-level in arts, humanities and social sciences is increasing. Why is higher learning in these subjects not preferred? Academics share their views.

Relationships are built on trust
We were discussing last week about ‘promise management'. A promise kept is a pleasure that draws appreciation from others, whereas broken promise leads to resentment, anxiety, hate and distrust. Prompt payment of debt enhances your ...
Diversity is the key
Girls form 30 per cent of the student intake at IIM-Kozhikode. The institute's Director, Debashis Chatterjee, shares his perceptions on management education
Distance mode courses from TNAU
Six-month certificate courses offered in Tamil and English medium.

UGC to check on anti-ragging initiatives in colleges
Some of the guidelines of the Supreme Court-appointed committee are not being followed in some colleges.

No exact boundaries for CAT
I have done B. Tech (Mech) with 60 per cent but in Class 10 and +2, I scored less than 50 per cent. I am interested in MBA. If I score 98 or 99 per cent in CAT will I get a call from any IIM? What is the ‘cut off' in CAT? What are the ...

Q&A
Keen on pursuing LL.M. and seeking guidance
I am interested in pursuing an IATA course. I am looking for well-recognised centres in Bangalore or Chennai. I have also heard of vocational courses authorised by the City and Guilds. What are my options?Suresh Varmavia ...
Application invited for ME / M.Tech admission
Applications are invited for admission to ME / M.Tech. programmes of the following university/ institutes:Delhi Technological University, Delhi – 110042 has invited applications for M.Tech. programmes in nano science and ...
PGPM with dual specialisations in sectoral, functional areas
Sujana School of Business will offer continuous practical training
Canada offers three-year work permit
At a time when work permits for international students come with lots of attachments, the Canadian Government gives a three-year work permit and that too without conditions like producing the offer letter or getting a job within a specific ...
Business analytics from IIT-Bombay
IIT-Bombay has announced an ‘Advanced Certificate Programme in Business Analytics' in different locations in Chennai targeting analysts, researchers, executives, consultants, and developers.Eligibility for the programme is minimum ...

Germany invites ‘Green Talent'
The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) is calling for talented young scientists from around the world specialising in the area of sustainable development to apply for the competition ‘Green Talents — The ...

Be a trained transplant coordinator


UoH students donate 1.58 lakh for infant's treatment
Students of University of Hyderabad showed their humanitarian face to the world by donating Rs. 1.58 lakh to a six-month-old child suffering from Biliary Atresia diseases that needs liver transplantation for cure.Moved by media reports ...

Lend a hand, to make a successful career
Technicians trained in developing prosthetics are in short supply, as there are only a few institutions that offer a course in this niche area of healthcare.

E-PLUS CLUB
Fun with English
(Members of E-Plus clubs in colleges have been given the following topic for discussion and debate)Week 34 (June 14 to 19)Theme : The E-Plus club is all about having fun with the English language. This week, let's focus on ...
Ways to become software engineers
Graduates in engineering especially in computer science and engineering, electronics and communication have much scope to become a software engineer by obtaining adequate training or additional higher qualifications like M.Tech. software ...
Diverse prospects in Arts, Commerce
The obsession for Engineering and Medical courses is blinding parents and students of other good options
Hobby as well as career
The Bakery Training Unit of UAS, Hebbal, has a wide menu of courses
Coming Up
Applications are invited for doctoral fellowship in criminology and police science under the Bureau of Police Research and Development, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, New Delhi. Last date: June 30.The Directorate of ...
REUNION
Reunions are flavour of the season. Caught in the complexities of life we all want to go down the memory lane and recall those good old days spent in school and college, and reunions are a platform for refreshing those memories. The Hindu ...
Campus Capsule
MES Kishore Kendra PU College, Malleswaram, conducted an initiation ceremony on June 9 for students who joined the college this year. Prahalad Rao, Principal, welcomed the gathering.Shadakshari, MD of Ramanashree Group, who was the ...


DIFFERENT STROKES
The long wait for a seat
Most students and parents were exhausted because of the delay during the CET counselling

A course in arts journalism
CEPT will train students to become consultants to the media and publishing industry


CAMPUS JOTTINGS
GITAM University introduces dual degree programme
GITAM University is introducing dual degree programme besides the regular undergraduate degree programme in B.Tech. By optingfor a dual degree programme, a student spends one year less to acquire a post graduate degree. At the end fifth ...
Georgia Tech, Infosys ink pact




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