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Student Handbook 2016-17 Contents

ACADEMIC CALENDAR 4

VICE-CHANCELLOR'S MESSAGE 7 INTRODUCTION 8 About Nalanda University GETTING STARTED 9 Enrollment and Registration Orientation POST-REGISTRATION 10 Student Identification Card Nalanda University Email Account Change in Address Health Insurance NALANDA CODE OF CONDUCT 12 UNIVERSITY POLICIES 14 Attendance Policy Leave of Absence Disciplinary Measures Press Policy ACADEMIC POLICIES 16 Course Requirements Faculty Advisor Faculty Consultation Hour Registering for Courses Auditing a Course Adding or Deleting a Course Changing a Credit Course to an Audit Course Withdrawing from a Course

1 Contents Credit Requirements Computer Lab Academic Integrity Residence Halls Removal of Name from a Programme Medical Facilities EXAMINATION POLICIES 20 Special Medical requirements Eligibility for Appearing for Exams Sports and Games Examination Questions Campus Dining Facilities Assessment and Evaluation Study Areas Review of Result International Convention Centre Modification of Results CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY GUIDELINES 38 Moderation Safety Rules and Regulations Evaluation and Grading System Safety Checklist GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL 28 STUDENT CLUBS AND SOCIETIES 39 Ragging Sports Club Sexual Harassment Cultural and Arts Society (CAAS) Residence Hall Literary Society Disciplinary Issues Awareness Society UNIVERSITY FEES AND SCHOLARSHIP 30 Corporate Resource Centre (CRC) Tuition and Other Fee ABOUT RAJGIR 40 Boarding and Lodging EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS 42 Scholarships GRADUATE STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES 43 32 GRADUATE STUDIES AT NALANDA NOTES 44 Structure of the Master's Programme UNDERTAKING BY THE STUDENT 48 Internships and Field Trips INTERIM CAMPUS AND FACILITIES 34 Access to Campus Campus Shuttle and Transportation The University Library Cafeteria Student Handbook 2016-17 Disclaimer

Laboratory While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in The Student Handbook is reliable and accurate at Writing Centre the time of publication, the University accepts no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the information given in the Handbook. The University reserves the right to make changes to any part of the content of the Handbook, as it deems appropriate. It may do so at any time without notice.

2 3 Contents Credit Requirements Computer Lab Academic Integrity Residence Halls Removal of Name from a Programme Medical Facilities EXAMINATION POLICIES 20 Special Medical requirements Eligibility for Appearing for Exams Sports and Games Examination Questions Campus Dining Facilities Assessment and Evaluation Study Areas Review of Result International Convention Centre Modification of Results CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY GUIDELINES 38 Moderation Safety Rules and Regulations Evaluation and Grading System Safety Checklist GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL 28 STUDENT CLUBS AND SOCIETIES 39 Ragging Sports Club Sexual Harassment Cultural and Arts Society (CAAS) Residence Hall Literary Society Disciplinary Issues Awareness Society UNIVERSITY FEES AND SCHOLARSHIP 30 Corporate Resource Centre (CRC) Tuition and Other Fee ABOUT RAJGIR 40 Boarding and Lodging EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS 42 Scholarships GRADUATE STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES 43 32 GRADUATE STUDIES AT NALANDA NOTES 44 Structure of the Master's Programme UNDERTAKING BY THE STUDENT 48 Internships and Field Trips INTERIM CAMPUS AND FACILITIES 34 Access to Campus Campus Shuttle and Transportation The University Library Cafeteria Student Handbook 2016-17 Disclaimer

2 3 Contents Academic Calendar SEMESTER – I & III

The academic year is divided into two semesters, each of Mon, 01 August 2016 – Fri, 23 December 2016 twenty weeks duration. The Fall semester starts in the Instructional Period From To 20 Weeks Holidays * first week of August and ends in the third week of Independence Day: 15 December. The Spring semester starts in the first week of Orientation week Mon, 01 Aug 2016 Fri, 05 Aug 2016 1 Week January and ends in the third week of May. Aug 2016 (Mon) Week 1 Mon, 08 Aug 2016 Fri, 12 Aug 2016 Janamashtami:25 Note: Only teaching weeks have been shown numerically Week 2 Mon, 15 Aug 2016 Fri, 19 Aug 2016 August 2016 (Thurs) in the “Instructional Period”. One week in the Spring Id UlZoha: 12 Sept 2016 Week 3 Mon, 22 Aug 2016 Fri, 26 Aug 2016 semester will be reserved for a field trip. (Mon) Week 4 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 Fri, 02 Aug 2016 Gandhi Jayanti:2 Oct The holiday list is subject to change, any modification in 2016 (Wed) Week 5 Mon, 05 Sep 2016 Fri, 09 Sep 2016 09 Weeks the date/duration of holiday(s) will be communicated to Dussehra:10-11 Oct 2016 students by the Student Affairs Office. Week 6 Mon, 12 Sep 2016 Fri, 16 Sep 2016 (Mon, Tues) Week 7 Mon, 19 Sep 2016 Sun,23 Sep 2016 Muharram:12 Oct 2016 (Wed) Week 8 Mon, 26 Sep 2016 Fri, 30 Sep 2016 Diwali:30 Oct 2016 Week 9 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 Fri, 07 Oct 2016 (Wed)

Mid-Sem Break Mon, 10 Oct 2016 Fri, 14 Oct 2016 01 Week Chhath:6 Nov 2016 (Tues) Week 10 Mon, 17 Oct 2016 Fri, 21 Oct 2016 Gurunanak Jayanti: 14 Week 11 Mon, 24 Oct 2016 Fri, 28 Oct 2016 05 Weeks Nov 2016 (Wed)

Week 12 Mon, 31 Oct 2016 Fri, 04 Oct 2016 Milad-Un-Nabi: 13 Dec 2016 (Tues) Week 13 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 Fri, 11 Nov 2016 Christmas Day: Week 14 Mon, 14 Nov 2016 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 25 Dec 2016 (Sun)

Reading Week Mon, 21 Nov 2016 Fri, 25 Nov 2016 1 Week

Examination Mon, 28 Nov 2016 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 2 Weeks Academic Calendar 4 5

SEMESTER – II & IV Vice Chancellor's Message Mon, 08 January 2017 – Fri, 19 May 2017 Instructional Period From To 20 Weeks Holidays Dear Students, Week 1 Mon, 02 Jan 2017 Fri, 06 Jan 2017 Republic Day: Let me take this opportunity to welcome all incoming and Week 2 Mon, 09 Jan 2017 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 Jan 26 2017 (Thurs) returning students to Nalanda University(NU) and to wish you all a productive year ahead. A specially warm welcome to Maha Shivaratri: Week 3 Mon, 16 Jan 2017 Fri, 20 Jan 2017 the pioneers of our new School of Buddhist Studies, Feb 24 2017(Fri) Philosophy and Comparative Religions. Week 4 Mon, 23 Jan 2017 Fri, 27 Jan 2017 Holi: The Student Handbook will serve as your guide during your Week 5 Mon, 30 Jan 2017 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 10 Weeks journey at Nalanda. It contains information on the academic, March 13 2017(mon) social, and personal development opportunities available to Week 6 Mon, 06 Feb 2017 Fri, 10 Feb 2017 you at the University. It is also a reference tool for the various Ram Navami: concerns that you may have during the course of your stay Week 7 Mon, 13 Feb 2017 Fri, 17 Feb 2017 April 4 2017(Tues) here. In many cases, it is the quickest path to an answer.

Week 8 Mon, 20 Feb 2017 Fri, 24 Feb 2017 Mahavir Jayanti: Nalanda University with its rich historical heritage draws inspiration from ancient Nalanda and upholds its ethos of “man living in harmony with man, man living in harmony with nature, and man living as Week 9 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 April 9 2017(Sun) part of nature.” As students and residents of NU, you have the unique opportunity of not only studying at Nalanda but also exploring the Nalanda way of life and transforming yourself. To make the most of Week 10 Mon, 06 Mar 2017 Fri, 10 Mar 2017 Ambedkar Jayanti: your stay here, you must strive to push yourself out of your 'comfort-zone' both inside and outside the classroom. I encourage you to reach out to others who are different from you and interact with Mid-Sem Break Mon, 13 Mar 2017 Fri, 17 Mar 2017 April 14 2017(Fri) the community at Nalanda which includes students, faculty and staff from diverse countries, 01 Week Good Friday: Week 11 Mon, 20 Mar 2017 Fri, 24 Mar 2017 interests, talents, backgrounds and values. It is only then, that you will truly benefit from the holistic learning experience that we provide here at Nalanda. April 14 2017(Fri) Week 12 Mon, 27 Mar 2017 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 05 Weeks Buddha Purnima: The University and its students share a symbiotic relationship, where each benefits from the other. Week 13 Mon, 03 Apr 2017 Fri, 07 Apr 2017 While the university strives to provide you with the best learning experience, your actions also reflect May 10 2017(Wed) on the University. As members of the Nalanda community, we must always conduct ourselves with Week 14 Mon, 10 Apr 2017 Fri, 14 Apr 2017 dignity and responsibility.

Week 15 Mon, 17 Apr 2017 Fri, 21 Apr 2017 I hope your stay at Nalanda is a rewarding one and you take the Nalanda vision out into the world. We are delighted to have you on-board for this exciting journey. Reading Week Mon, 24 Apr 2017 Fri, 28 Apr 2017 01 Week Examination Mon, 01 May 2017 Fri, 12 May 2017 02 Weeks

Evaluation Week Mon, 15 May 2017 Fri, 19 May 2017 Dr. Gopa Sabharwal Vice Chancellor’s Message 01 Week Vice- Chancellor VICE CHANCELLOR'S MESSAGE Summer vacation Sat, 20 May 2017 Sun, 30 Jul 2017 10 Weeks Nalanda University

6 7 Students from Class of 2017 Introduction at their orientation About Nalanda University Located in Rajgir, a town in the northern Indian state of Bihar, Nalanda is a postgraduate, research intensive, international University supported by the participating countries of the East Asia Summit. The University is inspired by the academic excellence and global vision of ancient Nalanda, which was Getting the oldest known centre of organised higher education in the world. Like its historic predecessor, Nalanda University aspires to meet and set global standards of academic excellence and research, Started and enable capacity building in all areas of higher learning. Once the idea to revive afresh, a Enrollment and Registration Orientation university bearing the name of Nalanda was mooted, Government The enrollment and registration procedure at The first week of the academic year is the of India shared the proposal for the Nalanda University consists of filling the Orientation Week. During this period the revival of the ancient Nalanda Residence Hall Application and Agreement, University welcomes new students and University with the leaders of the Student Registration Form and the submission common information sessions are held to East Asia Summit (EAS) in January, of copies of prescribed documents. Upon familiarise the new students with the University 2007, since Nalanda University was completion of the aforementioned, each campus, Rajgir and its surrounding areas. conceived as an international entity. student will be issued a Student Identification Individual schools also organise events in order The Member States welcomed the Number. This Student Identification Number to facilitate interaction between faculty, senior regional initiative and supported the will be used for all administrative and financial students and new students. revival plan. purposes. The format of the Student The University came into being on It is a time for you to get to know all divisions of Identification Number is given below. November 25, 2010 by a special Act of the University and your surroundings. Future rendering of the aerial the Indian Parliament and has been view of the campus This number will be reflected on your designated as an “institution of transcripts and fees receipts. national importance”. Seventeen countries both within the East Asia Summit grouping and beyond have signed Intergovernmental

Memorandums of Understanding with Government of India to confer International Status on the Introduction & Getting Started University. It is administered by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India and has the President of India, Mr. Pranab Mukherjee as its Visitor. Mr. George Yeo (Chancellor) and Dr. Gopa Sabharwal (Vice Chancellor) along with the other members of the Governing Board are responsible for all the policies and directions of the University, and management of its affairs. School Code Programme Code Last Two Digits Student Roll no. of year of Admission Nalanda University enrolled its first batch of students in the Fall of 2014 in two schools, The School of Student Identification Number Format Ecology and Environment Studies and The School of Historical Studies. This year the University has launched The School of Buddhist studies, Philosophy and Comparative Religions. The University endeavours to harness the best talents for the creation and dissemination of knowledge and aims to be an eminent global institution for higher education. Please visit the website for more information on the University and its linkages. 8 9 Students from Class of 2017 Introduction at their orientation About Nalanda University Located in Rajgir, a town in the northern Indian state of Bihar, Nalanda is a postgraduate, research intensive, international University supported by the participating countries of the East Asia Summit. The University is inspired by the academic excellence and global vision of ancient Nalanda, which was Getting the oldest known centre of organised higher education in the world. Like its historic predecessor, Nalanda University aspires to meet and set global standards of academic excellence and research, Started and enable capacity building in all areas of higher learning. Once the idea to revive afresh, a Enrollment and Registration Orientation university bearing the name of Nalanda was mooted, Government The enrollment and registration procedure at The first week of the academic year is the of India shared the proposal for the Nalanda University consists of filling the Orientation Week. During this period the revival of the ancient Nalanda Residence Hall Application and Agreement, University welcomes new students and University with the leaders of the Student Registration Form and the submission common information sessions are held to East Asia Summit (EAS) in January, of copies of prescribed documents. Upon familiarise the new students with the University 2007, since Nalanda University was completion of the aforementioned, each campus, Rajgir and its surrounding areas. conceived as an international entity. student will be issued a Student Identification Individual schools also organise events in order The Member States welcomed the Number. This Student Identification Number to facilitate interaction between faculty, senior regional initiative and supported the will be used for all administrative and financial students and new students. revival plan. purposes. The format of the Student The University came into being on It is a time for you to get to know all divisions of Identification Number is given below. November 25, 2010 by a special Act of the University and your surroundings. Future rendering of the aerial the Indian Parliament and has been view of the campus This number will be reflected on your designated as an “institution of transcripts and fees receipts. national importance”. Seventeen countries both within the East Asia Summit grouping and beyond have signed Intergovernmental

Student Identification Card showing its commitment towards a sustainable Health Insurance 4) 1st year/2nd year exclusions are waived environment. Besides reducing paper off from day one. The University provides all students with a consumption, e-billing and e-notices ensure All students of the University are covered under 5) Room rent entitlement in case of Student Identification Card. The card enables that all students have 24X7 access to important Group Medical Coverage and Group Personal hospitalization is single AC Room & students to access the University library and notices. Accident Policy. The terms of Policy are listed other facilities such as the University shuttles etc. below: there is no limit on ICU Rent.

Change in Address 6) OPD expenses are covered up to 15,000 Nalanda University Email Account 1) Sum insured is on individual basis for It is mandatory for students to inform the GMC/GPA/INR - 100,000/300,000. per student per year. OPD expenses Email is Nalanda University's medium for all cover everything except cosmetic Student Affairs Office in case of any changes in 2) Corporate buffer of INR 500,000 is official communication with students. The treatment their home addresses as well as the phone additionally provided. University expects all students to read official numbers of their parents/guardian/spouse or 7) Ambulance Charges are covered up to emails on a timely basis. All students will be 3) Pre-existing diseases are covered from day emergency contact person. 10,000 per incidence. given a Nalanda University email account upon one. arrival on campus. This account must be 8) Death and Disability are covered under activated and passwords must be reset GPA Post-Registration immediately. Students are required to use this 9) Medical Expenses are covered on fixed account for all official University related basis on OPD/IPD basis for sum up to correspondence. All official notices and other 25,000 correspondence from the University Office will be sent to this email account and all 10) Loss of belonging is covered up to communication from students to University 25,000 administration should be conducted through 11) Adventure sports included, cost of the same. clothes covered, cost of external devices Students must be aware that the University will covered. send e-bills for fees and any other charges to their University email account and failure to view a billing statement or inability to access the email account will not exempt them from Students from Class of 2017 late fees penalties. engaged in a Project during their orientation In following the email route for all communications and billing, the University is

10 11 Post-Registration

10 11 Nalanda Code of Conduct

Nalanda University was established with the intention of reviving the Nalanda way of life which is best described as 'man living in harmony with man, man living in harmony with nature, and man living as Students performing on the eve of part of nature'. The University endeavours to give its Nalanda University's Foundation Day students and residents a peaceful and harmonious on November 25, 2015 environment conducive to research and learning where the Nalanda way of life can be practiced.

All members of the Nalanda community benefit from the good name of the University and are of Conduct Nalanda Code responsible for maintaining it. Students are crucial to the above endeavor as they play a huge role in defining the character of the University. They are, therefore, expected to conduct themselves in a way that is respectful and dignified. While the University encourages expressions of differing perspectives, it expects its students to be courteous to others with different opinions. Students may express their opinions as well as problems in a peaceful manner without demeaning the dignity of others.

All members of the Nalanda community must work towards maintaining a harmonious and amicable atmosphere. It is only through the cooperation of everyone that we can build a community based on mutual respect and concern for each other. Together we may continue to build a Nalanda Code of Conduct.

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12 13 University Policies

Attendance Policy becoming a victim of crime, acute illness or serious on-going medical condition, on-going The Master's Programmes currently run by the life threatening illness of a close family member University are residential and full-time. Hence or partner, bereavement of a close family University Policies enrolled students have to be present on campus member or partner, acute or on-going serious for the entire duration of the programme unless personal or emotional circumstances, or they have written permission from the Dean of Chancellor George Yeo being greeted domestic upheaval like fire, burglary or eviction the concerned School (in case of field work, site by students on his visit to Rajgir in etc. visits or unavoidable circumstances). However, September 2015. the period of leave will be treated as “absence” However, in the case of any leave of absence when calculating the attendance for a course. initiated by the student, the charges for the per The Bihar Excise (Amendment) Act, above mentioned disciplinary requirements will Residence Hall will remain non-refundable. The attendance requirement for all courses will 2016, enforced by the Government of be subject to disciplinary action. In such cases, Bihar, the consumption of Liquor within depending on the severity of the issue the be decided by the course instructor. Students Disciplinary Measures the state, is a crime punishable under University's Disciplinary Committee may debar are advised to read carefully individual The University expects its students to uphold a provisions of the Indian Penal Code. the student from accessing any University requirements for attendance and absence certain code of conduct and maintain decorum Possession or distribution of drugs or services, prevent participation in research policy for each course. However, each candidate other controlled substances is related activities for a specific period of time or in the campus and Residence Hall during the must have at least 75% attendance to be able to prohibited. expel and remove the student's name from period of their stay at Nalanda. The following sit for the final examinations. Students who do University's rolls. actions constitute a violation of the code of 5) Theft, damage or disregard of University not have the minimum required attendance will property Press Policy conduct: either be barred from appearing in the final 6) Possession of weapons of any kind The University has a Public Relations and examination, asked to repeat the course or drop 1) Academic dishonesty of any kind, be it Communications team that handles all 7) Failure to comply with the University a grade, whichever is deemed fit by the Course plagiarism or helping someone else in correspondence with the press (both electronic Computer Policy Instructor and Councils of Studies. performing an act of dishonesty and print media). The University takes pride in 8) Failure to maintain required attendance students whose work is recognised or has Leave of Absence 2) Furnishing false information for any and/or take prior permission for leave of received media attention. However, students official purpose absence are advised not to correspond with media Students can apply for a leave of absence persons without getting the Communications through a written application to the Dean of the 3) Disorderly conduct including use of 9) Gambling team involved. The Communications team will concerned School, who can grant leave in abusive language, indulgence in 10) Failure to abide by the University rules ensure that any event or news relevant to the vandalism, disruption of classes, and regulations at all times special circumstances. These circumstances University and its students gets adequate media administration or research activities would include those that are beyond their A student who fails to adhere to any of the recognition. control, such as meeting with an accident, 4) Alcohol or drug related misconduct- As

14 15 University Policies

14 15 Academic Policies

Course Requirements credits each. Some courses may be awarded two or four credits depending on the contact For each programme or degree, a list of hours per week per course. The internship, approved courses that meet University and project and dissertation credits are decided by School requirements will be specified. All the Board of Studies of the concerned School. students must enroll in a specified number of courses during all semesters in a programme A course which has three contact hours per except when granted leave of absence by the week is ideally awarded three credits. However,

Dean of the School. Minimum academic the Board of Studies of a School can allot less or Academic Policies requirements like, lower limit of credits more credits to a particular course. necessary for registration to any course in each It is expected that students will try to acquire 12 semester and grade point average for each want consultation at other times. Students are two weeks of the commencement of the classes credits in each semester. The concerned course of study will be specified for each advised to check with their course instructors of the concerned course. However, late fees will School's Dean may allow a student to take programme at the start of the semester and at for each course whether attendance at the be charged and the registration will be accepted additional credits if the student is required to the time of registration. consultation hour is mandatory or voluntary. only on the payment of the fees. repeat a course. Students have to acquire 48

Faculty Advisor Registering for Courses Any change (addition/deletion/audit and credits to obtain a degree. withdrawal) in the registration of a course will Auditing a Course A Faculty Advisor will be assigned for each To be eligible to attend any course, students only be allowed with the written permission of student to guide and help him/her choose the must register for courses of their choice that are Students may opt for more elective courses the Dean of the concerned School. right course. These Advisors will help students offered in their programme of study at the than the minimum number prescribed in the assess their interests and abilities, the number beginning of the semester. Students are Students cannot register for a course on any programme, provided that, it does not adversely of credits required and past performance to responsible for ensuring that they have particular topic if they haven't cleared a affect their academic performance in the degree ensure that they pick the right course. registered for the required number of courses so foundation course prescribed as a pre-requisite programme for which they are registered. The as to meet the minimum requirement of credits for that course. Faculty Consultation Hour credits that they obtain in these additional or prescribed for their programme. audit courses will not be included in the Credit Requirements The University also provides on-campus calculation of Semester Grade Point Average or In-absentia registration can be allowed only guidance to its students for any academic help. Each course in a semester is assigned a certain Cumulative Grade Point Average. with the permission of the Dean of the They can consult concerned teachers during the number of credits depending on the number of concerned School in extra-ordinary cases. Adding or Deleting a Course faculty consultation hours without taking a lectures, tutorials and laboratory contact hours. prior appointment. They may, however, be Late registration can be allowed only with the The University offers mandatory (Core) and Students may add or delete a course during the required to take prior appointments if they permission of the Dean of the School until after optional (Elective) courses which carry three first week of the semester by obtaining a

16 17 Academic Policies

16 17 written permission from the Dean of the 1) Plagiarism or any other student evaluation process maximum number of years for the respective School. such as copying from another student's Master's programme without fulfilling - Use of published or unpublished answer book, textbooks, notes etc. the minimum essential requirements Changing a Credit Course to an Audit Course data/ideas/ verbatim statements of for the degree another individual without giving - accessing question papers or leaking Students can change a credit course to an audit him/her credit them through bribing or stealing The Academic Council may, however, in some course within three weeks after the exceptional circumstances (circumstances commencement of a semester by obtaining a - Not adhering to prescribed guidelines The instances that will be considered as acts beyond control -meeting with an accident, written permission from the Dean of the for citation while citing sources that violate the University's Academic Integrity are not limited to the above points. The Councils becoming a victim of crime, acute illness or respective School. - Not seeking permission for the use of of Studies/authorities may exercise their serious on-going medical condition, on-going Withdrawing from a Course another individual's work in cases judgment in identifying such cases. All students life threatening illness of a close family member where it is needed Students can opt to withdraw from a course are requested to consult their professors if they or partner, bereavement of a close family within three weeks after the commencement of 2) Fabrication require further clarification or have any doubts member or partner, acute or on-going serious personal or emotional circumstances, or Academic Policies a semester by submitting a written application - Claiming somebody else's work as your about plagiarism. Students who are found to be domestic upheaval like fire, burglary eviction etc to the Dean. own dishonestly producing their research work will be expelled from the University or will be at the time of the assessment) and on the Academic Integrity - Inventing false data to support your subject to any other action deemed fit by the recommendation of the Board of Studies of a research The University upholds academic integrity Councils. School, as well as on the merits of each which recognizes that individual effort is at the - Paraphrasing work from another source individual case, consider relaxation of any of the Removal of Name from a Programme core of academic work. Registration at NU without giving it credit provisions for reasons which must be recorded The name of a student will automatically be in writing. requires adherence to the University's policy on - Incorporation of works such as removed from a programme if: academic integrity. The University expects that drawings/paintings/ scriptures without the work and research that each student prior permission(wherever necessary) 1) The candidate is found to have produces is his/her responsibility. The or giving credits registered for any other full-time University expects its students to submit all programme at Nalanda University or - not giving appropriate credit to another work written or oral on the basis of their any other university in addition to the individual who has partnered in the individual effort and hard work. Incorporation course for which they are officially research or contributed to the work in of unfair means in academic work will not be registered. tolerated and strict action will be taken against any way 2) The student has a Cumulative Grade students who indulge in the same. Violations of 3) Cheating/Use of unfair means Point Average below 4.0 the University's Academic Integrity include: - using unfair means during examinations 3) The student has exhausted the

18 19 written permission from the Dean of the 1) Plagiarism or any other student evaluation process maximum number of years for the respective School. such as copying from another student's Master's programme without fulfilling - Use of published or unpublished answer book, textbooks, notes etc. the minimum essential requirements Changing a Credit Course to an Audit Course data/ideas/ verbatim statements of for the degree another individual without giving - accessing question papers or leaking Students can change a credit course to an audit him/her credit them through bribing or stealing The Academic Council may, however, in some course within three weeks after the exceptional circumstances (circumstances commencement of a semester by obtaining a - Not adhering to prescribed guidelines The instances that will be considered as acts beyond control -meeting with an accident, written permission from the Dean of the for citation while citing sources that violate the University's Academic Integrity are not limited to the above points. The Councils becoming a victim of crime, acute illness or respective School. - Not seeking permission for the use of of Studies/authorities may exercise their serious on-going medical condition, on-going Withdrawing from a Course another individual's work in cases judgment in identifying such cases. All students life threatening illness of a close family member where it is needed Students can opt to withdraw from a course are requested to consult their professors if they or partner, bereavement of a close family within three weeks after the commencement of 2) Fabrication require further clarification or have any doubts member or partner, acute or on-going serious personal or emotional circumstances, or Academic Policies a semester by submitting a written application - Claiming somebody else's work as your about plagiarism. Students who are found to be domestic upheaval like fire, burglary eviction etc to the Dean. own dishonestly producing their research work will be expelled from the University or will be at the time of the assessment) and on the Academic Integrity - Inventing false data to support your subject to any other action deemed fit by the recommendation of the Board of Studies of a research The University upholds academic integrity Councils. School, as well as on the merits of each which recognizes that individual effort is at the - Paraphrasing work from another source individual case, consider relaxation of any of the Removal of Name from a Programme core of academic work. Registration at NU without giving it credit provisions for reasons which must be recorded The name of a student will automatically be in writing. requires adherence to the University's policy on - Incorporation of works such as removed from a programme if: academic integrity. The University expects that drawings/paintings/ scriptures without the work and research that each student prior permission(wherever necessary) 1) The candidate is found to have produces is his/her responsibility. The or giving credits registered for any other full-time University expects its students to submit all programme at Nalanda University or - not giving appropriate credit to another work written or oral on the basis of their any other university in addition to the individual who has partnered in the individual effort and hard work. Incorporation course for which they are officially research or contributed to the work in of unfair means in academic work will not be registered. tolerated and strict action will be taken against any way 2) The student has a Cumulative Grade students who indulge in the same. Violations of 3) Cheating/Use of unfair means Point Average below 4.0 the University's Academic Integrity include: - using unfair means during examinations 3) The student has exhausted the

18 19 Examination Policies

Examinations will be conducted under the direction Office will verify whether the examination examiner or any other person connected of the Deans of the Schools. The schedule of mid- script has been marked completely and all with evaluation, moderation and result semester and end-semester exams will be announced marks have been correctly transmitted to the preparation Board of Examination. It will not involve by the University's Academic Office at the beginning If the result of Examination has been published marking an examination script for the second of each semester. and subsequently, it is found that the result has time. Eligibility for Appearing for Exams been obtained by fraudulent means or conducted internally. However, in some cases The University may review the answer scripts of malpractices exercised by a particular A student will be eligible to appear in the there may be external evaluation upon semester-end examination but not other examinee, the Board of Examination can revise Semester Examination, only if (s)he has recommendation of the Councils of Studies, and continuous assessment parameters. the result at any time. attended a minimum of 75% of the total classes with the agreement of faculty members. held in the semester. The application form for review, along with the Moderation The faculty member who prepares the question prescribed fees of ₹ 400 for a particular course, No student will be permitted to submit the paper will be responsible for evaluation and The University will ensure effective and must be forwarded to Academic Office within required written papers, dissertations, projects grading. However, the Dean may also request consistent moderation processes in all courses two weeks of declaration of result. etc. or sit for final semester evaluations unless other members of the faculty with relevant to ensure consistency and fairness of the (s)he has furnished a Clearance Certificate from expertise to evaluate the answer sheets or Modification of Results marking and grading process. the University along with receipts for all dues conduct oral examinations if the need arises. If the result of the examination is found to be The moderation of assessment instruments including examination fees, if any. The Dean of the concerned School will appoint a erroneous, the Board of Examiners will get such (course work briefs and examination questions) Examination Questions committee of faculty to scrutinise the grades results rectified with the necessary approval of will ensure that their form and content are

before the final grades are announced. Vice Chancellor provided that the errors are correct in terms of standards, assessment of Examination Policies The question papers for mid-semester and end- reported or detected within six months from learning outcomes, syllabus coverage, level of semester examinations, quizzes and practical The results of the examination at the end of the date of declaration of results. If any error is challenge, and fairness. examinations for the evaluation of students each semester will be forwarded by the Dean's detected thereafter, the same must be placed enrolled for various credit courses will be office to the University Administration. The moderation of student work (course work before the Board of Examinations for prepared by the faculty teaching the respective and examination scripts) will ensure the use of The University will retain the graded answer rectification. courses from within the syllabus announced in agreed marking criteria, comparability and sheets of students in safe custody for at least the beginning of each semester. However, For this purpose, the following errors will be equity of standards, consistency and fairness of one year, in case there is a request for re- questions may also be asked from any topic taken into consideration: marking. evaluation from any student. taught in the class that may not have been 1) Error in computer or data entry, printing or The Moderation System as decided and set forth specifically stated in the course syllabus. Review of Result programming and the like by the Councils of Studies will be applicable to all Assessment and Evaluation If a student is not satisfied with the examination 2) Clerical error in totaling or entering of Postgraduate End Semester Examinations as result, (s)he may request for a review through All assessments and examinations for various marks in file well as all other examinations conducted from the Academic Office. academic programmes at the University, except time to time. 3) Error due to negligence or omission of for the evaluation of PhD thesis, will be While reviewing the results, the Academic

20 21 Examination Policies

20 21 Evaluation and Grading System The Final CGPA obtained by a student is equated as per the following performances: Students are evaluated for each credit course during a semester according to the parameters set out by the course instructor. The distribution of weightage of each parameter will be indicated in the course outline and students will be informed about the evaluation procedure at the commencement CGPA Grade Performance of the course. Each School may also internally set the procedure for students who require earning additional credits after having failed in either a core or an elective course. 9.0-10 A+ Distinction

While converting marks into their corresponding Grade Point, the marks will be rounded off to the 8.5-8.9 A Outstanding nearest integer. 8.0-8.4 A- Excellent Guidelines for Final Grading 7.5-7.9 B+ Very Good Guidelines for Final Grading Letter Performance Slab (%) Grade Grade Point 7.0-7.4 B Commendable After compiling the marks for all the 90-100 6.5-6.9 B- Good evaluations (written, oral, quizzes, written A+ 10 Distinction papers, examinations, dissertations, A 9 Outstanding 85-89 6.0-6.4 C+ High Average projects or take home examinations) the A- 8 Excellent 80-84 5.5-5.9 C Mediocre final grades will be awarded as per the Low Average guidelines set out in the table. B+ 7 Very Good 75-79 5.0-5.4 C-

B 6 Commendable 70-74 4.0-4.9 D Marginal Pass

B- 5 Good 65-69 <4.0 F Fail

C+ 4 High Average 60-64 The minimum CGPA required for the awarding of Master's

C 3 Mediocre 55-59 Degree is fixed at 4.0. Examination Policies

C- 2 Low Average 50-54

D 1 Marginal Pass 40-49

F 0 Fail <40

I Incomplete Satisfactorily NC(SR) 0 Audit Course Reported NC (NR) 0 Audit Course Not Reported

22 23 Evaluation and Grading System The Final CGPA obtained by a student is equated as per the following performances: Students are evaluated for each credit course during a semester according to the parameters set out by the course instructor. The distribution of weightage of each parameter will be indicated in the course outline and students will be informed about the evaluation procedure at the commencement CGPA Grade Performance of the course. Each School may also internally set the procedure for students who require earning additional credits after having failed in either a core or an elective course. 9.0-10 A+ Distinction

B 6 Commendable 70-74 4.0-4.9 D Marginal Pass

B- 5 Good 65-69 <4.0 F Fail

C+ 4 High Average 60-64 The minimum CGPA required for the awarding of Master's

C 3 Mediocre 55-59 Degree is fixed at 4.0. Examination Policies

C- 2 Low Average 50-54

D 1 Marginal Pass 40-49

F 0 Fail <40

I Incomplete Satisfactorily NC(SR) 0 Audit Course Reported NC (NR) 0 Audit Course Not Reported

22 23 Passing Grade will be sent to the Academic Office within two Where 'n' is the number of courses in the 'jth' semester, 'mi' denotes the numerical value of the grade weeks from the date on which all the major obtained in the 'ith' course of the semester, 'ci' denotes the number of credit for the 'ith' course of the The minimum passing grade is 'D'. The credits tests are over. semester. that will be considered for final evaluation will Here's an example to understand this better: be the ones in which the student has obtained a SR and NR Grades nd 'D' or higher grade. If the numerical grade and credit of a student in the 2 semester is as given in the table below: Non-credit of Satisfactorily Reported or Not Failing Grade Reported grades will be awarded in an audit course. The students who do not earn credits in Course Course1 Course2 Course3 Course4 Course5 Students who do not earn any credit in a audit courses will be awarded a Satisfactorily particular course are awarded an 'F' grade and Credit 3 3 4 3 2 Reported or Not Reported grade as the case have to repeat the course until a passing grade is may be. These grades will not be considered in Numerical obtained. 7 6 5 8 6 the calculation of Semester Grade Point Grade The I Grade Average (SGPA) or Cumulative Grade Point

Average (CGPA). nd An 'I' grade will be awarded to students who do Then SGPA for the 2 Semester is calculated as: not fulfil all the requirements for a particular SGPA, CGPA and FGPA SGPA2 = 3x7+3x6+4x5+3x8+2x6 / 3+3+4+3+2 = 95 / 15 = 6.33 course on account of circumstances which are The performance of a student is represented by Calculating CGPA beyond their control, such as, meeting with an Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA), accident, becoming a victim of crime, acute Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) for 'k' semesters is given as: Cumulative Grade Points Average (CGPA) and illness or serious ongoing medical condition, CGPAj = ∑kj=1SGPAj*cj / ∑kj=1cj Final Grade Point Average (FGPA). CGPA is ongoing life threatening illness of a close family Where, 'cj' is the total number of credits in the 'jth' Semester. calculated as the grade point average for all the member or partner, bereavement of a close Here's an example to understand this better: completed semesters. family member or partner, acute or ongoing If the SGPAs obtained by a student in four semesters along with total credit in each semester is as serious personal or emotional circumstances, or Calculating SGPA given in the table below: domestic upheaval at the time of the The Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) is assessment (e.g. fire, burglary, eviction), etc. Calculating CGPA calculated for each semester on the basis of The 'I' grade will be converted into a proper grades obtained in that semester and the SGPA Semester First Second Third Fourth grade after evaluation. The period of conversion for the 'jth' semester is calculated as follows: SGPA 6.33 6.00 8.2 7.66 Examination Policies of 'I' grade will only be extended to the first week SGPAj = ∑ni=1mici / ∑ni=1ci Total of the next semester, with the approval of the 15 16 18 16 Dean of the concerned School. The final grade Credit

24 25 Passing Grade will be sent to the Academic Office within two Where 'n' is the number of courses in the 'jth' semester, 'mi' denotes the numerical value of the grade weeks from the date on which all the major obtained in the 'ith' course of the semester, 'ci' denotes the number of credit for the 'ith' course of the The minimum passing grade is 'D'. The credits tests are over. semester. that will be considered for final evaluation will Here's an example to understand this better: be the ones in which the student has obtained a SR and NR Grades nd 'D' or higher grade. If the numerical grade and credit of a student in the 2 semester is as given in the table below: Non-credit of Satisfactorily Reported or Not Failing Grade Reported grades will be awarded in an audit course. The students who do not earn credits in Course Course1 Course2 Course3 Course4 Course5 Students who do not earn any credit in a audit courses will be awarded a Satisfactorily particular course are awarded an 'F' grade and Credit 3 3 4 3 2 Reported or Not Reported grade as the case have to repeat the course until a passing grade is may be. These grades will not be considered in Numerical obtained. 7 6 5 8 6 the calculation of Semester Grade Point Grade The I Grade Average (SGPA) or Cumulative Grade Point

24 25 Then CGPA for 4 semesters is calculated as course outline as circulated. A master's thesis that has received the F grade may only be resubmitted once as a new CGPA4= (6.33x15) + (6x16) + (8.2x18) + (7.66x16) Ÿ Redo the full course when it is offered again. examination attempt, and then by the agreed /15+16+18+16 = 101.28 + 96 + 147.6 + 122.56 / 65 = Ÿ Take another course in lieu of the failed date and in reworked form. A master's thesis 7.19 course. that has received any grade above F cannot be Minimum grade requirement resubmitted in reworked form. Students are permitted to reappear for the Improving a grade The course assessment criteria are described in examination of a failed course only twice. detail in the course implementation plan and In most cases, where an option to rewrite an If the Council of Studies of the School permits, discussed on the first lesson of the course. examination is offered, students will only be any student who secures a grade higher than F in a particular course may also be allowed to A student will not be permitted to register for a permitted to reappear in the end semester final new semester if (s)he has not passed at least 50 examination and not in assessments that are a improve his or her grade. part of the continuous semester evaluation per cent of the courses he/she registered for in However grade improvement is applicable only the previous semester. process, unless specifically allowed to do so by for the end-semester examinations / the course instructor. A student who has not passed all individual submissions if allowed by the course instructor. courses in all the semesters and has not secured The option to redo a full course is available only Improving a grade is not possible for a minimum Final Grade Point Average of 4.0 will if the course is being offered again in the assessments and other tests that are a part of not be awarded the Master's degree. following academic year. the continuous evaluation process.

Repeating a Course following an F grade In case the course is not offered in the For grade improvement only the latter subsequent year, students will have to take a performance is taken into consideration for A student will be declared as failed if (s)he does fresh course in lieu of the failed course. The SGPA or CGPA calculation. Students can apply not obtain the minimum number of credits in all choice of this course will be determined by the for grade improvement only if the course is the courses within a period of four years from School. being offered in the current academic year. the semester of admission. Students are not obligated to repeat a failed course unless it's a The criteria for repeating any course is set out by Students who wish to reappear in any course required for graduation. the concerned School, keeping in view the examination in order to improve their grade in a parameters involved in evaluating a student's course will have to apply to the Dean of the Following an F Grade the student has one of the performance in the particular course. Please School through the Application Form prescribed following options: note that each course instructor is at liberty to for the purpose and will be required to pay a fee formulate their own policies for dealing with Ÿ Rewrite the final exam or final submission of ₹ 1000 per course. for the concerned course if allowed by the failure in the course.

26 27 Examination Policies Then CGPA for 4 semesters is calculated as course outline as circulated. A master's thesis that has received the F grade may only be resubmitted once as a new CGPA4= (6.33x15) + (6x16) + (8.2x18) + (7.66x16) Ÿ Redo the full course when it is offered again. examination attempt, and then by the agreed /15+16+18+16 = 101.28 + 96 + 147.6 + 122.56 / 65 = Ÿ Take another course in lieu of the failed date and in reworked form. A master's thesis 7.19 course. that has received any grade above F cannot be Minimum grade requirement resubmitted in reworked form. Students are permitted to reappear for the Improving a grade The course assessment criteria are described in examination of a failed course only twice. detail in the course implementation plan and In most cases, where an option to rewrite an If the Council of Studies of the School permits, discussed on the first lesson of the course. examination is offered, students will only be any student who secures a grade higher than F in a particular course may also be allowed to A student will not be permitted to register for a permitted to reappear in the end semester final new semester if (s)he has not passed at least 50 examination and not in assessments that are a improve his or her grade. part of the continuous semester evaluation per cent of the courses he/she registered for in However grade improvement is applicable only the previous semester. process, unless specifically allowed to do so by for the end-semester examinations / the course instructor. A student who has not passed all individual submissions if allowed by the course instructor. courses in all the semesters and has not secured The option to redo a full course is available only Improving a grade is not possible for a minimum Final Grade Point Average of 4.0 will if the course is being offered again in the assessments and other tests that are a part of not be awarded the Master's degree. following academic year. the continuous evaluation process.

26 27 Examination Policies Grievance Redressal

Nalanda University has established an accessible Contact: +91-7033698504 Presiding Officer: Dr. Ranu Roychoudhuri Committee about issues related to all facilities procedure for responding to various concerns of the Member: Dr. Aviram Sharma (Assistant (Assistant Professor, SHS) provided in the Residence Hall except for the student body. Some of these are listed below. Each Email: [email protected] mess. Professor, SEES) office that receives a complaint will maintain either a Contact: + 91-7260811520 Email: [email protected] Other Concerns register or a file record of complaints and their Member Secretary: Ms. Swati Krishna (Junior Contact: +91-7761882549 If any grievance does not fall within the ambit of resolution. Engineer, Electrical) Member: Mr. Abinash Mohanty (Student, SEES) the aforementioned authorities then a student Email: [email protected] Ragging Email: [email protected] may take the steps as listed below. Contact: +91-9102011241 The University is committed to the prevention Contact: +91-9776478313 For complaints related to administration, file a Member: Mr. Saurabh Choudhary (Manager, and prohibition of the menace of ragging. The Member: Ms. Pritha Mukherjee (Student, SHS) complaint with the Student Affairs Office. The Admissions) University has a zero-tolerance policy for any Email: [email protected] appellate authority for administration related Email: [email protected] act that may be construed as ragging. Action Contact: +91- 8017179690 complaints is the Registrar. Contact: +91-7250891319, 06112- 255566 against anyone indulging in such activity shall Sexual Harassment Member: Mr. Abhinav Shrivastava (Advocate, For concerns related to academic issues, be consistent with the established laws of The University is committed to promoting an students may contact the course instructor or Government of India. In addition to adopting Patna High Court) environment that encourages equality of the Dean of the School depending upon the various anti-ragging policies and regulations, Email: [email protected] issue at hand. the University also has an Anti-Ragging opportunity and will not tolerate any form of Contact: +91- 9939273862, +91-9234875442 sexual harassment. It will take all necessary The University expects the students to resolve Committee. Students subject to any form of Disciplinary Issues hazing should complain to the Anti-Ragging steps to ensure that students, faculty and staff minor disputes and disagreements through Any student found to be indulging in Committee immediately. The Committee will are not subjected to any form of harassment. interpersonal communication. Please note that undesirable and offensive activities such as investigate the matter and take necessary while filing a complaint it is imperative that the For all complaints related to sexual harassment, ragging, physical assault, damage to property action against the miscreants. The members of students follow the prescribed channels for an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) has etc. should be reported to the Disciplinary the Anti-Ragging Committee are: grievance redressal. Only under extraordinary been formed under Sexual Harassment of Committee. The Committee will look into the circumstances may a student breach the above Presiding Officer: Mr. CA K. Chandramoorthi women at work place (Prevention, Prohibition complaint and holds the power to take severe channels, in case a student does so, (s)he must (Officiating Registrar cum Finance Officer) and Redressal Act, 2013). The Committee disciplinary action against the offending be able to produce a satisfactory explanation for Email: [email protected] follows the Vishakha guidelines against Sexual student. The Disciplinary committee has the their action, Failing which the student will be Contact: +91-7033581851 Harassment in Workplace, as laid down by the Deans of all Schools besides the Assistant liable for disciplinary action. Students are Member Secretary: Mr. Saurabh Choudhary Supreme Court of India. A person subject to Registrar, Academics and Manager, Admissions requested to be considerate of others while (Manager, Admissions) molestation or any other form of sexual as its members. filing a complaint, for this reason they should Email: [email protected] misconduct should file a complaint with ICC as Residence Hall attempt to contact University officials during Grievance Redressal Contact: +91-7250891319 soon as possible. The Committee will working hours only, unless extraordinary All issues relevant to the Residence Halls should Member: Dr. Kashshaf Ghani (Assistant investigate the complaint and take necessary circumstances require immediate intervention. be brought to the notice of the Residence Hall Professor, SHS) action. The members of the Internal Complaints Committee. Students may complain to this Email: [email protected] Committee are: 28 29 Grievance Redressal

Payment of fees to the University can be done through cheque or bank drafts. Alternatively, students can pay online through debit/credit cards or net banking.

The fees must be paid by the first week of every semester. Last dates for fees payment will be communicated to the students by the Finance Department. Non-payment of fees by the due date can attract penalties like late fees, being debarred from exams and even expulsion.

Tuition and other Fees Students and faculty at Mahabodhi temple during field visit to Bodh Gaya - Novemeber 14, 2015 Fees Details INR USD

Tuition Fees 28,000 per semester 470 per Semester Rooms are limited and will be allotted on first- Programme. The Work study Programme is Admission Fees come, first-served basis. There is no guarantee primarily offered to underwrite the financial (to be paid at the time of 6,000 (onetime) 100 (onetime) that a student will always get a room of his/her obligations of a student towards the University. confirming the admission) choice. Security Deposit However, admitted students who have been 6,000 (onetime) 100 (onetime) (Refundable) Note: granted a Scholarship must note that the Scholarship is granted for the first academic USD 1 ≈ INR 60 year only. The continuation of financial aid in Boarding and Lodging Meal charges may vary as per actual cost incurred. subsequent years will depend on the academic performance of the student and conduct of the Per Semester Per Semester (USD) student with regard to attendance and Category (INR) Scholarships Residence Meal Residence Meal discipline. The student must secure a CGPA of Charges Charges Charge Charges The University awards Scholarships to more than 8.0 in the first year to continue Air Conditioned outstanding students in need of financial aid availing the Scholarship in the subsequent

30,000 University Fees and Scholarship (Single) 500 every year. This could be in the form of part or years. Poor academic performance may result in Air Conditioned 22,500 full waiver of tuition fees. The extent of fees down-gradation or suspension of the (Twin Sharing) 375 waiver depends on the merit and need of Scholarship. Lack of required attendance, any Air Conditioned 25,000 410 Economy (Single) 22,500 375 students. The applications for scholarships can acts of indiscipline or misconduct could also Non AC (Single) 20,000 334 be entertained only at the time of admissions result in suspension of the Scholarship. Non AC 12,500 210 and on the submission of supporting For more information, visit the Scholarship and (Twin Sharing) documents like Income tax returns etc. Non AC Economy 265 Aid page on the University website. 16,000 Students who qualify for financial aid may (Single) receive it through the University's Work study

30 31 University Fees and Scholarship

Payment of fees to the University can be done through cheque or bank drafts. Alternatively, students can pay online through debit/credit cards or net banking.

Tuition and other Fees Students and faculty at Mahabodhi temple during field visit to Bodh Gaya - Novemeber 14, 2015 Fees Details INR USD

30 31 f h Uiest, h fed rp gv students give trips field the University, the of historical and ecological richness of the location hi cre popcs Lkws, ie the given Likewise, prospects. career their required work experience which helps improve helps which experience work required etrs Tee nenhp gv suet the students give internships These lectures. learning apart from everyday classroom classroom everyday from apart learning experiential aid to students for opportunities raie il tis n poie internship provide and trips field organise l te col o te nvriy periodically University the of Schools the All Internships and Field Trips conduct independent research on a focus area. n fut smses ou o te blt to ability the on focus semesters fourth and e eetvs n h tid eetr Te third The semester. third the in electives few a with complemented dissertation, individual depth. The focus in the last two semester is on is semester two last the in focus The depth. allows the students to study a particular area in- oe ocps ad lcie ore which courses elective and concepts, core covering knowledge of range wide a provide osss f oe oploy ore which courses compulsory some of consists general structure of the Master's degree degree Master's the of structure general While the details may vary with each school, the broad interdisciplinary and inter-Asian focus. curriculum and courses at the University have a between the first and second year. The The year. second and first the between summer internship during the vacation vacation the during internship summer least 48 credits spread over 4 semesters, with a at obtain to required are Students Master's All Structure of the Master's Programme Graduate Studies atNalandaUniversity 32 or distinguished visiting professors. the supervision of either the University faculty University the either of supervision the nesadn. h fed rp ae oe under done are trips field The understanding. d n u o r g - n o d e c n a h n e d n a e g n a h c x e opportunities for exploration, cultural cultural exploration, for opportunities field triptoDooars,West BengalinApril,2016 field School ofEcologyandEnvironmentStudiesata 33

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Graduate Studies at Nalanda University Interim Campus and Facilities

Until the University constructs its main campus, morning for visitors. However, faculty, staff and the loss of or for any damage to a student's Membership: Center for Research libraries, we function from an alternate campus in Rajgir, students with valid IDs will be permitted to bicycle. Students can also use other available Chicago and DELNET, New Delhi which has been made available to the University enter the campus. Students are not permitted modes of transport like taxis and tongas to 4) OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue): by the Bihar State Government to facilitate in to spend the night in Residence Halls which explore Rajgir. Can be searched by anyone, anywhere in the commencing our operations. This 4.5 acres have not been allotted to them. The University Library world, with no restrictions Interim Campus and Facilities interim campus is surrounded by lush greenery, Campus Shuttle and Transportation it includes a large building in the front which The fully air-conditioned Nalanda University 5) Reprography Service: Photocopy, Printing Campus Shuttle Service serves as an academic hub and houses all the Library is open from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm and Scanning academic offices, classrooms and the library. A shuttle service is provided to all Nalanda (Monday to Sunday). It is equipped with Wi-Fi Research and Reference Service: This service The cafeteria, SEES laboratory and all the University community members from the and is also fully automated with KOHA ILM includes providing a requested article, administrative offices including the finance interim campus to the Residence Halls daily software. Though at a nascent stage, it is recommending the most appropriate resources wing are located within the interim campus as from 8:40 am to 9:15 pm. evolving at a great pace and is envisioned as the to consult, providing guidance on the use of well. The University presently has four hub of student activity in future. Weekend Shuttle Service to Patna information products and assisting students Residence Halls. Tathagat, Ajatshatru, Maitreyi Library facilities are intended to help students in and faculty in their respective projects and and Ananda. The Residence Halls are located Students can comfortably travel to and fro from their academics and research work. (The research. within a 4 km radius from the interim campus. the Campus to Patna with our Shuttle Service facilities are primarily for the use of those that runs every weekend. The service is made All visitors to the Nalanda University Library The campus also has faculty housing and an holding University IDs.) Currently the Library available to students, faculty and staff on a first- must comply with the rules and regulations of administration centre. Students are expected to has over 6000 print books, 170 e-books and come, first–served basis. the University Library as specified in the Library respect the privacy of the residential quarters 4800 e-journals. Other facilities of the library and not access the housing zone on the interim Rule Book. E-Rickshaws include: Campus. Cafeteria The University provides E-Rickshaws to help 1) Bibliographic database: Bibliography of Access to Campus students commute between the University Asian Studies Students can grab a quick bite between classes The Campus is open from 8:00 am to 9:30 pm, Residence Halls and the interim campus. at the University cafeteria situated in the main all days of the week. Individuals who wish to 2) E-journals: Science Direct, Oxford building. The cafeteria is open on weekdays enter the University campus should have a valid Moving Around Rajgir University Press, Taylor & Francis, Sage between identity proof and a legitimate purpose for their Publication, JSTOR, Nature, Cambridge The University encourages students to bring (or visit, or be an invited guest of a student, staff, University Press 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and provides healthy and buy locally) bicycles for use within the faculty or University. sumptuous food. University Campus and in Rajgir. However, each 3) Interlibrary Loan/Institutional The entrance of the interim campus will remain student is responsible for the safekeeping of Membership: Center for Research closed from 9:30 pm until 8:00 am the following Laboratory his/her bicycle. The University is not liable for Libraries, Chicago and DELNET, New Delhi The University has a well-equipped laboratory 34 35 diitaie tf ad aut sa a four at stay faculty and staff administrative Presently the University's students, a few few a students, University's the Presently Residence Halls are available at nominal charges. okn hus Pitn ad oyn facilities copying and Printing hours. working University during open is Lab Computer The eerh cmlt asgmns n projects. and assignments complete research, journals/databases in order to pursue academic e n i l n o s s e c c a o t s n o i t a t s r e t u p m o c pe itre. tdns a mk ue f the of use make can Students internet. speed qipd ih esnl optr ad high and computers personal with equipped h Uiest Cmu hs Cmue Lab Computer a has Campus University The Computer Lab Writing Centre are free of cost. University the of services All careers. their for writing skills, which will prove to be a key asset ep h suet dvlp n ehne their enhance and develop students the help il sit hm n rdcn academically producing correct written work. in The professionals will also them assist will support from trained writing professionals, who research effectively. Students can request request can Students effectively. research and work ideas, their presenting in assistance h Wiig ete rvds tdns with students provides Centre Writing The Writing Centre with ease. work research their perform students Environment Studies. This facility helps helps facility This Studies. Environment o suet o te col f clg and Ecology of School the of students for 36 inform the Admissions Office of any condition any of Office Admissions the inform tdns ih pca mdcl ed must needs medical special with Students Special Medical Requirements 06112-255327 Contact: +91 9973466781, +91 9470003525, 9470003525, +91 9973466781, +91 Contact: Dr. Umesh Chandra (Sub Divisional Hospital) Rajgir Doctors for emergency calls: Contact: +91 9431253583 Dr. Dharmender Singh, General Physician: to 6:30 pm. This is a free service. the Residence Halls every Tuesday from 5:30 pm visits doctor University The Patna. in hospital super-speciality leading a with care medical medical needs. The University has a tie-up for tie-up a has University The needs. medical seeing avisitingdoctorattheCampusfortheir medical room,studentsalsohavetheoptionof nvriy a a elsokd n equipped and well-stocked a has University medical assistance possible. 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Interim Campus and Facilities Campus Safety and Security Guidelines Student Clubs and Societies

The University is committed to providing a 8) If you hear the fire alarm, evacuate the Students are encouraged to participate in Awareness Society campus environment that is conducive to the building immediately. Student Societies and Clubs, during the course a. Environment Club pursuit of each student's academic goals. Your of their study at Nalanda. Being a part of these Safety Checklist co-operation will ensure that the campus groups and societies gives them an opportunity The Club is involved in a range of programmes remains safe. If you have any further questions It is the responsibility of every member of the to develop their communication, organisational aimed at promoting environmentally conscious regarding safety, please contact the Student Nalanda community to be on the lookout for and social skills. The clubs are managed by behaviour through hands-on "green" activities. Affairs Office/Reception. possible hazards. If you spot any hazardous students and the University only provides Members of the Club contribute by providing situation, report it to the Student Affairs financial support and facilities. creative ideas on how to initiate and organise Safety Rules and Regulations Office/Reception immediately. programmes in line with the Club's objectives. Sports Club 1) In case of sickness or injury, no matter how Following is an indicative list of the hazards that b. Social Club minor, report at once to the Student Affairs The University provides facilities for a large should be reported: Office/Reception. In no case should any one number of sports for students, faculty and staff. The Social Club works toward promoting treat their own or someone else's injuries. 1) Slippery floors and walkways All sports events in the University are organised awareness about various societal issues. It hosts by the Sports Club. Sports enthusiasts are on-campus activities, during which prevailing 2) In case of injury resulting in possible fracture 2) Missing (or inoperative) entrance and exit welcome to be a part of the club and participate social issues are examined through interactive to legs, back, or neck, or any accident signs and lighting in events recreationally or competitively. events, discussions, seminars and talks. The club resulting in the loss of consciousness, or a 3) Poorly lighted stairs also designs off-campus activities where severe head injury, the affected person Cultural and Arts Society volunteers get a chance to visit social must not be moved until medical attention 4) Loose handrails or guard rails The Cultural and Arts Society (CAAS) organises organisations and aid events that make a has been given by authorised personnel.

difference. Student Clubs and Societies 5) Open, loose or broken windows cultural events and festivals on campus. The 3) Observe “No Smoking” regulations. Dance, Music (Dhvani), Dramatics and Career Resource Cell 6) Dangerously piled supplies or equipment Photography Clubs are a part of this society. 4) Do not block access to fire extinguishers. The Career Resource Cell(CRC) is run by a team 7) Unlocked doors and gates Literary Society of students in coordination with the staff and 5) Do not tamper with electrical controls or 8) Electrical equipment left operating faculty. It is involved in building connections switches. The purpose of this society is to promote literary with various organisations and companies that 9) Open doors on electrical panels talent and create a community where people 6) Do not engage in practices that are may offer employment and research feel free to express themselves through the inconsistent with common safety rules. opportunities to students. The Cell handles all 10) Leaks of steam, water, oil, other liquids written word. Member students of this society aspects of such collaborations, from contacting 7) Report any safety concerns to the Student try to promote a culture of meaningful dialogue companies to managing logistics and assisting Affairs Office/Reception immediately. and creative writing in the community.

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the organisation's representatives. Campus Safety and Security Guidelines

38 39 About Rajgir

Rajgir, in Bihar, is an ancient town with a profound 'Lotus Sutra' here on the Griddhkuta Temperature population of about 34,000 people. This Peak, or Eagle Peak. Lord Mahavira, the last of Rajgir experiences Tropical Monsoon Climate historical town (known as Rājagriha in ancient the Tirthankaras of Jainism is said to have with three distinct seasons – winter, summer times) was the first capital of the Kingdom of attained Mahaparinirvan in a town called and rainy. The mean maximum daily Magadha, a state that would eventually evolve Pawapuri which is about 38 kilometres from temperature even in the coldest month into the Mauryan Empire. Its date of origin is Rajgir. (January) does not fall below 21˚C except on unknown, although ceramics dating about 1000 Tourists also throng to Rajgir for the hot springs higher hills. Hot season in this region covers the BC have been found in the excavations in and called Brahmakund and Makdumkund, which period from April to June, May being the hottest Venuvana or Bamboo Grove is a around the city. are said to contain medicinal properties that month. Monastery surrounded by cure skin diseases. bamboo trees in Rajgir The maximum and minimum summer Rajgir is known for organising various fairs temperatures are 40˚C and 20˚C, respectively, Follow the link given below to book a train throughout the year and attracts many visitors whereas maximum and minimum winter ticket: during its annual festival Rajgir Mahotsav temperatures are 18˚C and 8˚C, respectively. organised by the district administration and the Rajgir receives an annual rainfall between 1000 https://www.irctc.co.in/eticketing/loginHome.jsf tourism department in the months of – 2000 mm. December and January. Rajgir thus remains an Road: Rajgir is connected by road to Nalanda (12 How to reach Rajgir important historical, cultural and religious town kms), Bihar Sharif (25 kms), Patna (110 kms), Gaya (78 kms) and Pawapuri (38 kms) etc . which attracts tourists from within the country Air: The nearest airport is at Patna (115 kms). and abroad. Many Indian carriers connect Patna to Kolkata, Bus: Regular buses are available from all the Mumbai, Delhi, Ranchi and Lucknow. Generally Vegetation abovementioned towns to Rajgir. between October and May, flights operate from The site falls in the zone of tropical deciduous Gaya International Airport to Thailand, Yangon, Local Transport: Taxis, buses and tongas. Gridhakuta Peak also known as Vulture's Peak is vegetation and the surrounding areas have Paro and Colombo. Domestic flights also the the place where the Buddha preached many protected forests on the Rajgir Hills. The Pant operate during this period between Gaya and sermons to his disciples. Wildlife Sanctuary, which spreads over 35 sq. Delhi, Varanasi and Kolkata. Follow the link km, is located close to the site. While there are given below to book an air ticket: Apart from being a historically rich town, Rajgir wastelands close to the foot of the Rajgir Hills, http://www.airindia.in/ is also an important pilgrimage destination for the land here is arable and suitable for Jains and Buddhists. Gautama Buddha gave cultivation. Rail: Rajgir has a railhead but the nearest major sermons in Rajgir and preached his most stations are Patna (110 kms) and Gaya (78 kms).

40 41 About Rajgir About Rajgir

40 41 About Rajgir Email: [email protected] Mr. Anil Chandra Jha Contact: +91 7544010466 Email: [email protected] Dr. Ravi Kumar Singh Hostel Contact: 06112 - 295231/+91 7544010462, Email: [email protected] Mr. Ravi Ranjan Kumar Facilities Contact: +91 9973466781, 06112-255327 Dr. Umesh Chandra (Sub Divisional Hospital) Contact:+91 9431253583 Dr. Dharmender Singh (General Physician) Doctors Contact: +917544010466 Emergency Contact Numbers Dr. Ravi Kumar Singh (Administrative Officer II) Contact: +917544010465 Mr. Sagar (Administrative Officer I) 100 Nalanda University 1099 Fire - - Ambulance Police EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS 42 101 - Contact: +91 7033291553/ +91 9835405462 Mr. Niranjan Kumar Plumber on call Contact: +91 7091594736 Mr.Birbal Mahto Electrician on call Contact: 06112 - 255330/ +91 9939504874 Email: [email protected] Mr Anil Kumar M.V. Security Contact: +91 7033433325 times. in all endeavours and responsible conduct at all upon mutual respect for all members, honesty members, all for respect mutual upon together to create a community that is founded work administration and faculty students, the course academic pursuits. This will ensure that ensure will This pursuits. academic course iig aiiis lbay casom ad of and classrooms library, facilities, dining naeet e hy t h Rsdne Hall, Residence the at they be engagement standards of conduct. in all areas of of areas all in conduct. of standards nvriy n ms aie y h established the by abide must and University follow the guidelines laid down by the the by down laid guidelines the follow must be followed. All students are required to required are students All followed. be must Nalanda University and lists the procedures that requirements of the Graduate Programmes at Programmes Graduate the of requirements The Student Handbook sets out the minimum the out sets Handbook Student The and education at the University. procedures thatgovernallaspectsoftheirstay responsibility ofadheringtoallthepoliciesand University are understood to have accepted the All graduate students enrolled in Nalanda Nalanda in enrolled students graduate All Graduate Student Responsibilities 43

Emergency Contact Numbers Graduate Student Responsibilities Email: [email protected] Mr. Anil Chandra Jha Contact: +91 7544010466 Email: [email protected] Dr. Ravi Kumar Singh Hostel Contact: 06112 - 295231/+91 7544010462, Email: [email protected] Mr. Ravi Ranjan Kumar Facilities Contact: +91 9973466781, 06112-255327 Dr. Umesh Chandra (Sub Divisional Hospital) Contact:+91 9431253583 Dr. Dharmender Singh (General Physician) Doctors Contact: +917544010466 Emergency Contact Numbers Dr. Ravi Kumar Singh (Administrative Officer II) Contact: +917544010465 Mr. Sagar (Administrative Officer I) 100 Nalanda University 1099 Fire - - Ambulance Police EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS 42 101 - Contact: +91 7033291553/ +91 9835405462 Mr. Niranjan Kumar Plumber on call Contact: +91 7091594736 Mr.Birbal Mahto Electrician on call Contact: 06112 - 255330/ +91 9939504874 Email: [email protected] Mr Anil Kumar M.V. Security Contact: +91 7033433325 times. in all endeavours and responsible conduct at all upon mutual respect for all members, honesty members, all for respect mutual upon together to create a community that is founded work administration and faculty students, the course academic pursuits. This will ensure that ensure will This pursuits. academic course iig aiiis lbay casom ad of and classrooms library, facilities, dining naeet e hy t h Rsdne Hall, Residence the at they be engagement standards of conduct. in all areas of of areas all in conduct. of standards nvriy n ms aie y h established the by abide must and University follow the guidelines laid down by the the by down laid guidelines the follow must be followed. All students are required to required are students All followed. be must Nalanda University and lists the procedures that requirements of the Graduate Programmes at Programmes Graduate the of requirements The Student Handbook sets out the minimum the out sets Handbook Student The and education at the University. procedures thatgovernallaspectsoftheirstay responsibility ofadheringtoallthepoliciesand University are understood to have accepted the All graduate students enrolled in Nalanda Nalanda in enrolled students graduate All Graduate Student Responsibilities 43

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46 47 47 STUDENT HANDBOOK

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