Prospectus & Application Form

PROSPECTUS & APPLICATION FORM For Admission to Masters Degree Programmes 2010-11 Central University of Kashmir Camp Office:101, Baghi-Hyder, Hyderpora, Srinagar – 190 005 (J&K) Ph Nos: 0194-2440959, 2440960 Fax: 2440344 www.cukashmir.ac.in Compiled by: • Dr. Abdul Gani • Dr. Javid Ahmad Wani PRINT PRODUCTION April, 2010 © Central University of Kashmir All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced in any form, by mimeograph or any other means, without permission in writing from the Central University of Kashmir. Further information on the Academic Programmes and other activities of the Central University of Kashmir may be obtained from the University Website: www.cukashmir.ac.in Printed and published on behalf of Central University of Kashmir by OSD (Administration), Central University of Kashmir An electronic version of the Prospectus and Application Form is also available on the University website: www.cukashmir.ac.in SCHEDULE FOR ENTRANCE TEST 1. Issuance of prospectus & application forms : May 3, 2010 2. Last date of submission of forms: May 27, 2010 3. Date of Entrance Test : June 20, 2010 (Sunday) 2 Masters Degree Programmes 2010-11 at a Glance S. No. Programme Intake Duration Eligibility 1 MA English 30 2 Years (Four Semesters) Bachelors degree with atleast 50% marks, having English Literature as one of the subjects. 2 MBA 30 2 Years (Four Semesters) Bachelors degree in any discipline with atleast 50% marks. 3 M Sc Information Technology 30 2 Years (Four Semesters) Bachelors degree in Information Technology/ Computer Applications/ Electronics with atleast 50% marks OR Bachelors degree with atleast 50% marks, having Information Technology / Computer Applications / Electronics/ Physics/Mathematics/Statistics as one of the subjects. Note: The University will follow the reservation policy of Govt of India in providing admission to the candidates belonging to SC/ST and other categories. 3 CONTENTS Page No. Message From The Vice Chancellor 5 1. About the University 6 1.1 Introduction 6 1.2 Vision & Mission of the University 6 1.3 Objectives of the University 7 1.4 University with a difference 7 1.5 Schools of Study and Academic Programmes 9 1.6 Instructional System 10 1.7 Choice Based Credit System 10 1.8 Student Support Services 10 2. Masters Degree Programmes 11 2.1 Introduction 11 2.2 Programme Structure 12 2.3 Admission Criteria 12 2.4 Fees to be paid 12 2.5 Conduct & Discipline 12 2.6 Admission Process 13 2.7 Entrance Test Centres 13 3. Instructions for the candidates 14 4. About Kashmir 14 Message from the Vice Chancellor Dear Students, A warm and affectionate welcome to the Central University of Kashmir, a pleasant addition to the network of higher education institutions in the J&K State. As is well known, Kashmir has had a rich tradition of knowledge and scholarship. As a reputed Centre of learning Kashmir drew scholars from various parts of the world and produced thinkers, philosophers and poets of international repute. The location of the campus of our University has been identified and notified. It would be located at Tulmulla, Ganderbal at a distance of 30 kilometres from the Srinagar city. Spread over about 500 acres of land, the upcoming campus will be flanked by world famous Mansbal Lake on one side and sacred shrines of Hazratbal & Khirbhawani on the other. Till the permanent campus of the University comes up, we have decided to start our academic operations from a temporary set up so as to catch up the current academic session. This University is poised to provide plenty of opportunities to a large number of students to acquire high quality education for their gainful employment and career progression. The University strives for democratization of education and recognizes the importance of sustainable and affordable high quality interdisciplinary educational programmes at a variety of levels to meet the capacity building and public service needs of our youth. The university values the appropriate use of the electronic, information and communication technologies. We are committed to provide you quality education, teaching and capacity building through multimode pedagogy driven from diverse sources. The University is conscious of its responsibilities to provide competent faculty, world class infrastructural facilities and the most conducive learning environment. The University will earnestly adopt the latest academic reforms, laying due stress on critical elements like appointment of quality faculty, transparent admission procedures, effective semester and choice-based credit systems, participatory teaching – learning process and objective evaluation. The University is starting its operation with the Masters Degree programmes in Business Administration, English and Information Technology. It would be followed by a very comprehensive Integrated M.Phil-Ph D programme in these disciplines later this year. More higher-end professional and job oriented programmes at doctoral, masters, bachelors and diploma level are in the offing. I have great pleasure in presenting you the Prospectus 2010-11 of the Central University of Kashmir for the Masters Degree Programmes. This prospectus will give you comprehensive information about the Post Graduate Programmes of the University and other opportunities it has opened for the student community in this part of the world. I wish you all success during your stay at Central University of Kashmir and after you pass out. Prof Abdul Wahid Vice Chancellor April, 2010 1. ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY 1.1 INTRODUCTION The Central University of Kashmir, which has been established by an Act of Parliament in 2009 (No. 25) is one of the 16 new Central Universities established by the Government of India during the UGC XI Plan period to address to the concerns of ‘equity and access’ and as per the policy of the government to increase the access to quality higher education by people in less educationally developed regions which have a Gross Enrolment Ratio (GRE) of less than the national average. The higher educational system of the State has largely been influenced by the efforts of both the State government and private players. The Central University of Kashmir is being planned to complement the existing universities in the State and create an effective academic network to derive unique benefits. As per the Central Universities (Amendment) Act 2009, the territorial jurisdiction of the Central University of Kashmir spreads to Kashmir Division of the J&K State. Campus site of the University at Ganderbal, Kashmir. Site Selection Committee on a visit to the Campus of the University. The University has begun its operations by offering Masters Degree Programme in Business Administration, English Language & Literature and Information Technology. Indeed, to serve the educational aspirations of a large number of its prospective students the University plans to offer a wide variety of programmes in various fields and disciplines in the form of Bachelors, Certificate, Diploma, Master, Doctoral and Post-doctoral academic programmes. Admissions to Integrated M.Phil-Ph D programme in Business Administration, English and Information Technology is being notified separately later this year. To achieve the objectives of widening access to all sections of society and to provide continuous professional development and training in all sectors of the economy, the University uses multiple media and latest technology in imparting education. The University has formulated its vision keeping its objectives in focus. 1.2 VISION AND MISSION OF THE UNIVERSITY Central University of Kashmir aspires to be one of the most energetic and responsive universities offering unparalleled educational opportunities for learner community especially to the lower socio-economic strata of the society seeking high quality undergraduate , postgraduate, doctoral and continuing personal or professional enrichment in higher education and selected professions that will lead to formation of scholarly community serving the nation by advancing, sharing and applying knowledge, and by facilitating the development of thoughtful, creative, adaptable, contributing and humane citizens. The mission of the University is to contribute to the educational, cultural, economic, and social advancement of people by providing high quality educational programmes leading to bachelors, masters, professional and doctorate degrees as 6 well as to address the cultural, economic, educational, environmental, health, and social needs of the region and the nation at large. 1.3 OBJECTIVES OF THE UNIVERSITY As per the Central Universities Act of 2009, the objectives of Central University of Kashmir are: • To disseminate and advance Knowledge by providing instructional and research facilities in such branches of learning as the University may deem fit; • To make special provisions for integrated courses in Humanities, Social Science, Science and Technology in its educational programmes; • To take appropriate measures for promoting innovations in teaching - learning process and inter – disciplinary studies and research. • To educate and train manpower for the development of the country; • To establish linkages with industries for the promotion of science and technology, and • To pay special attention to the improvement of the social and economic conditions and welfare of the people, their intellectual, academic and cultural development. 1.4 UNIVERSITY WITH A DIFFEENCE The University will offer innovative courses for complimenting the efforts of the already existing

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