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Time of India
19 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Half full or half empty? As FYUP hits Year 4, Ambedkar University retains 50% students
New Delhi: As the National Education Policy's flagship reform — the four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP) — enters its crucial final year, data from Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) shows that only about half of its first FYUP batch has chosen to continue into the seventh semester, offering a first look at how students are responding to the new system. AUD was the first institution in Delhi to roll out FYUP in 2022–23, making it an early test case for the policy's reception on the ground. According to the data obtained from the university, while the BA Psychology programme leads with an 87% opt-in rate and Hindi follows at 78%, the overall continuation average remains around 50%. That means nearly half the students walked away — either with a three-year degree or an exit certificate — in what was supposed to be a "research-intensive" honours year under the NEP framework. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Terming it a "significant milestone" in its NEP implementation journey, the university said the continuation into the final year reflects a growing interest among students in deeper academic engagement. "The strong response to the fourth year of the undergraduate programme is a testament to the confidence our students have in our academic offerings and faculty," vice-chancellor Prof Anu Singh Lather told TOI. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Flights, Rentals & Accommodations Hotel Deals | Search Ads Browse Now Undo "It also reflects a maturing academic environment where students are seeking deeper engagement with their disciplines and preparing themselves for research and higher education." According to AUD, the decision to continue into the final year was observed across all undergraduate programmes, with most of the "conventionally established" courses showing higher acceptance. However, full programme-wise opt-in data for the fourth year beyond Psychology and Hindi could not be obtained. The university did not provide data on the full strength of its FYUP batch. Meanwhile, responding to a query on its preparedness to handle the increased workload in an additional academic year, AUD said "physical and human infrastructure has been adequately augmented to support the expanded curriculum". AUD also pointed to its existing financial support mechanisms as a key enabler for students opting in, stating: "The university is already providing various fee waivers, including almost no fee for SC, ST and PwD students. A strong merit scholarship component is also in place." To better understand student choices in the coming years, the university said it plans to conduct a survey to identify the key factors influencing decisions to opt out of the fourth year. These may include financial challenges, academic fatigue, job preparation, entrance exam coaching or lack of clarity about the benefits of continuing. The aim, officials said, is to ensure better retention and stronger support systems going forward.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Two new campuses coming up, Ambedkar University set to shift from Kashmere Gate site
With two new campuses under construction in Northwest Delhi's Dheerpur and Rohini, Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) is set to relocate from its heritage campus in Kashmere Gate. While the Dheerpur campus, spanning 4.95 acres, is being developed at a cost of Rs 1,199.02 crore, the Rohini campus, spread across 20 acres, will be set up for a cost of Rs 1,107.56 crore, The Indian Express has learnt. Both projects received statutory clearances in 2022, and the construction is underway. Vice-Chancellor Anu Singh Lather said the move was necessitated by infrastructural limitations and long-term maintenance costs at the existing site. 'The university building that we are functioning out of is a very old heritage building. We have maintained it well, but we will have to move out of here soon,' said Lather. 'It will take at least a couple of years for the construction of the new campuses to end and for us to relocate.' The current campus at Lothian Road in Kashmere Gate sits on a 3-acre site housing a 400-year-old building complex. According to the university's website, it has 'well-stocked libraries, reading rooms, online journals and computer labs,' as well as 'classrooms equipped with audio-visual equipment and WiFi connectivity'. Hostel facilities are available only for women. In addition to Kashmere Gate, AUD has been operating a 6.5-acre campus in Karampura on Shivaji Marg since 2016-17. Originally housing Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College and before that Shivaji College, the Karampura campus has been retrofitted with modern infrastructure. 'The Karampura campus has all the facilities that the Kashmere Gate campus have — technology-enabled AC classrooms, library, computer labs, student activity areas, playgrounds and cafeteria,' the university website states. Currently, over 800 students study at Karampura campus, which is also home to the School of Global Affairs (since 2018), and is expected to house the School of Vocational Studies and the School of Law and Governance in the coming years. A training kitchen and restaurant have also been set up for students of tourism and hospitality programmes. Established in 2008 by the Delhi government, AUD focuses on the humanities and social sciences and is expanding to accommodate growing academic and infrastructural needs.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Ambedkar University Releases First PG Merit List; UG Admissions to Begin Soon
New Delhi: Dr BR Ambedkar University, Delhi, on Thursday released its first merit list for postgraduate admissions, showing a strong response from applicants. The university received around 8,000 applications for 1,450 PG seats, with some programmes witnessing up to 29 times the number of applications per seat, a statement said. Among the most sought-after courses were MA psychology, MA political science, MBA, MA economics, MA English, MA public policy, MA sociology and MA history. The newly launched MA for political science attracted the second-highest number of applications after psychology, receiving 16 times more applications than the available seats. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi The university will release a second merit list next week depending on seat availability. Meanwhile, the undergraduate admission portal is expected to open by the end of the day, allowing UG aspirants to apply. Vice-chancellor professor Anu Singh Lather said the overwhelming response reflects the university's growing reputation in social sciences, humanities, and the liberal arts. "This also shows that Dr BR Ambedkar University Delhi is the top most choice for programmes in social sciences, humanities and the liberal arts. The university remains committed to providing high-quality education and opportunities to talented students from across the country," she said.
The Print
02-07-2025
- Science
- The Print
Ambedkar University Delhi, University of Ladakh bag Rs 65 lakh grant to preserve folk traditions
Titled 'Preservation, promotion and documentation of folk traditions: A study of Ladakh,' the initiative is focussed on integrating regional heritage studies with cutting-edge research. The three-year interdisciplinary project, commencing in July 2025, aims to bridge heritage, culture and technology by documenting Ladakhi folk practices through academic collaboration, an official AUD statement said. New Delhi, Jul 2 (PTI) Dr BR Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) and the University of Ladakh have secured a Rs 65 lakh research grant from the Department of Science and Technology (DST), under the Science and Heritage Research Initiative (SHRI), to document and preserve Ladakh's rich folk traditions. 'This project will not only safeguard Ladakh's unique cultural heritage but also highlight the strength of academic partnerships,' said Prof Anu Singh Lather, vice chancellor of Ambedkar University. The joint effort stems from an MoU signed between the two institutions in September 2022. The project team comprises faculty from both universities, including Dr Sonam Jolden from the University of Ladakh and Prof Rukmini Sen and Dr Urfat Anjem Mir from AUD. University of Ladakh VC Prof Saket Kushwaha expressed optimism about the project's potential to deepen cultural understanding and create meaningful academic outputs. PTI MHS AMJ AMJ This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
The Hindu
30-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
'India is foreign word': Ambedkar University V-C on 'Bharatiya Knowledge System' in curriculum
The vice-chancellor of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD), Anu Singh Lather, has said the institution is deliberately avoiding the term Indian Knowledge System in favour of the 'Bharatiya Knowledge System' as "India is a foreign word". Asserting its cultural identity and academic autonomy, the university's choice of terminology reflects a deeper philosophical and historical consciousness, according to Ms. Lather. "The word India itself is foreign to all of us," she said during an interview with PTI. Ms. Lather said the AUD has recently approved 54 compulsory BKS courses that will be integrated across programmes in various departments, including history, law, heritage management and political philosophy. VIDEO | Vice Chancellor of Dr BR Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD), Anu Singh Lather, has said the institution is deliberately avoiding the term Indian Knowledge System (IKS) in favour of the 'Bharatiya Knowledge System' as "India is a foreign word". She said, "We again boast of… — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 30, 2025 These are not merely value-addition electives, but mandatory components intended to embed indigenous knowledge frameworks into formal higher education, she said. "We took nearly two years to finalise these courses. Every reference cited includes the original source — the Upanishads, Mahabharata, or Arthashastra, down to the chapter, verse, and line. We've done serious academic groundwork," Ms. Lather said, adding that the initiative is perhaps the most rigorous BKS model in any Indian university. India that is Bharat: The Hindu editorial on a name game The curriculum includes themes such as Bharatiya foundational political philosophy, Yoga and the Self, Indian aesthetics, Bhakti as Gyaan, traditional law systems, and ancient Indian science and technology. These courses, Ms. Lather explained, were developed by inviting national-level experts and underwent robust academic scrutiny before receiving approval in the university's Academic Council. Positioning AUD as a thought leader under the National Education Policy (NEP) framework, Ms. Lather said, "We are not competing with other institutions. Our vision, rooted in Babasaheb Ambedkar's ideals, guides our distinct academic identity, including our approach to what knowledge deserves to be central." This bold pivot, she suggested, is part of a wider vision of reclaiming indigenous intellectual traditions while reshaping postcolonial academic discourse.
