MESSAGE FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR Established by the Government of Uttarakhand by an Act in 2005 and recognized under 12(B) of UGC Act Doon University is now entering into fourth year with a promising note to attain excellence in academics. Last academic year was quite eventful as the University embarked upon the ambitious integrated programmes in the School of Communication and School of Social Sciences fulfilling long felt aspirations of school pass outs to Communication and Economics programmes for their graduation. The University also started a doctoral programme in Environmental Science in the School of Environment & Natural Resources. Additionally, the Certificate Course in Security Management was upgraded to Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management meeting the demands of security agencies. In defining the Courses and syllabus of these academic programmes, the University has made all efforts to meet the national and global standards. The University is gearing up to provide all the necessary infrastructure and facilities to meet the increasing strength of students. This year we contemplate to complete Academic Block II. Work is on full swing on the Sports stadium. The strength of the University lies not only in its infrastructure but also its dynamic academic fraternity and networking with the important centres of learning and character building. Through regular academic events - regional, national and international and cultural activities the University is making its imprints as a distinct place of learning. The University is evolving a unique culture where continuous academic contact among the students, the faculty and eminent academia will make our students competent, storehouse of knowledge and multifaceted personality to face challenges in a dynamic environment. We are confident that by joining Doon University you will have a sense of pride and empowerment. So what are you waiting for? Join Doon University, become a part of this emerging academic Institution of Excellence which has already made its niche during a short span of three years. Prof Vinod Kumar Jain 13th March 2012 Vice Chancellor 02 PROSPECTUS 2012-13 PROSPECTUS 2012-13 03 VISION, MISSION AND CHARACTER 1.1 ABOUT THE OF THE UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY 1 Vision In accordance with the provision in Section 5(1) of the Act No 18 of 2005, Doon University shall become a Centre of Excellence in the chosen areas of studies, and shall carry out research for the advancement and dissemination of knowledge. Such an effort shall be benchmarked with the best in the country and globally. The university will be known for: (i) student and learning-to-learn centered pedagogy supported by a community of eminent research-scholars, (ii) leadership through collaborative educational ventures and, (iii) Value-based learning. Mission The University shall work to achieve the following objectives: (i) Offer state-of-the-art educational programmes in cutting-edge disciplines of regional, national and international relevance, Doon University draws its profile from the vision of the State to (ii) Conduct high quality and multi-disciplinary research to push the transform the higher education of the region by creating boundaries of knowledge in the chosen areas and, centres of excellence. The Government of Uttarakhand (iii) Provide a challenging and conducive environment for scholar- approved the establishment of a University that would become researchers to engage in pursuit of excellence. a centre of higher learning in contemporary disciplines. The Character of the University Doon University Bill, 2005 (Uttararanchal Adhiniyam Sankhya In consonance with the spirit of Doon University Act, the character of the 18 of 2005) was passed by the Uttarakhand Legislative University shall be as summarized below: Assembly and assented by the Governor on April 23, 2005. The (i) Centre of Excellence in higher studies sensitive to the requirements of Act of 2005 enacted to establish Doon University was society and having twinning arrangements with leading published in the Uttarakhand Gazette on April 26, 2005.The universities/institutions to offer joint programmes in teaching and main campus of the University is located in an area of 22.26 research. hectares at Kedarpur, Dehradun. A second campus is proposed (ii) Students to be drawn from across the country and abroad, especially to be established on 40.47 hectares of land at Sahaspur. from the developing countries besides those from the State of Uttarakhand. (iii) Selection of the students to various academic programmes to be made strictly on the basis of merit. (iv) Recruitment of high quality faculty drawn from across the country and working in an enabling environment. Doon University 02 PROSPECTUS 2012-13 PROSPECTUS 2012-13 03 VISION, MISSION AND CHARACTER 1.1 ABOUT THE OF THE UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY 1 Vision In accordance with the provision in Section 5(1) of the Act No 18 of 2005, Doon University shall become a Centre of Excellence in the chosen areas of studies, and shall carry out research for the advancement and dissemination of knowledge. Such an effort shall be benchmarked with the best in the country and globally. The university will be known for: (i) student and learning-to-learn centered pedagogy supported by a community of eminent research-scholars, (ii) leadership through collaborative educational ventures and, (iii) Value-based learning. Mission The University shall work to achieve the following objectives: (i) Offer state-of-the-art educational programmes in cutting-edge disciplines of regional, national and international relevance, Doon University draws its profile from the vision of the State to (ii) Conduct high quality and multi-disciplinary research to push the transform the higher education of the region by creating boundaries of knowledge in the chosen areas and, centres of excellence. The Government of Uttarakhand (iii) Provide a challenging and conducive environment for scholar- approved the establishment of a University that would become researchers to engage in pursuit of excellence. a centre of higher learning in contemporary disciplines. The Character of the University Doon University Bill, 2005 (Uttararanchal Adhiniyam Sankhya In consonance with the spirit of Doon University Act, the character of the 18 of 2005) was passed by the Uttarakhand Legislative University shall be as summarized below: Assembly and assented by the Governor on April 23, 2005. The (i) Centre of Excellence in higher studies sensitive to the requirements of Act of 2005 enacted to establish Doon University was society and having twinning arrangements with leading published in the Uttarakhand Gazette on April 26, 2005.The universities/institutions to offer joint programmes in teaching and main campus of the University is located in an area of 22.26 research. hectares at Kedarpur, Dehradun. A second campus is proposed (ii) Students to be drawn from across the country and abroad, especially to be established on 40.47 hectares of land at Sahaspur. from the developing countries besides those from the State of Uttarakhand. (iii) Selection of the students to various academic programmes to be made strictly on the basis of merit. (iv) Recruitment of high quality faculty drawn from across the country and working in an enabling environment. Doon University 04 PROSPECTUS 2012-13 PROSPECTUS 2012-13 05 PEDAGOGIC APPROACHES 1.2 At Doon University, the pedagogical approach is premised on a Education for Profession basic recognition: that pedagogical choice for the twenty-first Education for all academic programs in Doon University is geared/equipped century must reflect the changing educational, technological, to provide students a seamless transition to their respective professional professional and societal needs and aspirations. This fields. Hands-on learning is therefore a key feature in all Program curriculums. recognition and its acceptance, in turn, requires/demands a Summer Internship, compulsory project work in the final semester and, shift from the traditional forms of only classroom-based and regular participation of visiting/guest faculty from professions are the various teacher-centered instruction to a more holistic approach to means through which students will sharpen their knowledge and skills for entry level jobs. acquiring knowledge and skills appropriate for the times. This pedagogical orientation is expressed in Doon University Career Skills curriculum in four key elements as explained below. Beyond the basic grasp in their respective subject matters, students today need additional competencies to negotiate, compete and survive in very competitive professional environment. Ability to communicate efficiently and Active learning effectively and to work collaboratively as team-player to solve problems and Students in Doon University are not mere recipient of knowledge. Rather, the make decisions are key to successful professional careers. All courses and pedagogical emphasis here will require students to engage in a continuous other academic activities, therefore, seek to integrate these elements to help process of construction of ideas and knowledge. Active learning fosters students acquire these new skills. Additionally, students are encouraged to retention of information and knowledge and enhances the ability to apply take courses in written, oral, business and professional communication as such information and knowledge to new situations, different contexts and, part of their degree requirement. unanticipated challenges. It is through continuous