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Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
AP colleges embrace multidisciplinary edu
Visakhapatnam: Several degree colleges in Andhra Pradesh have recently begun integrating advanced courses into conventional degree curricula, offering them as minors or skill-based programmes. For example, a BSc student can now opt for minors or skill development courses such as fundamentals of economics, management, principles of accounting, public administration, entrepreneurship development, data analytics, and business writing. Similarly, Arts students have the option to choose from subjects like basic mathematics, statistics, principles of chemistry, and marketing skills. This marks a significant shift from previous norms, as until recently, such minor programs were primarily available only in engineering colleges. Colleges believe this transition not only fosters interdisciplinary learning but also significantly boosts employability by equipping students with practical, industry-relevant skills that go beyond their core subjects. Prof K Vedavathi, principal of the school of science at Gitam Deemed to be University, said the 11 BSc and 11 MSc programs, along with MCA and BCA courses offered at the school, are designed to empower students not only with deep subject knowledge but also with the flexibility and skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape. "This initiative represents a conscious move towards multidisciplinary education, which is expected to be a pathway to holistic development. Under the NEP-2020 framework, students enrolled in undergraduate science programs at Gitam have the unique opportunity to pursue minors in other disciplines. Students can select minors from a diverse array of disciplines and flexible liberal education courses, such as atmospheric physics, business analytics, quantum computing, and Carnatic vocal music. This broad-based approach not only expands intellectual horizons but also equips students with versatile skills that are crucial in today's dynamic job market It plays a vital role in nurturing critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability — qualities essential for both professional success and personal growth," Vedavathi explained. K Gunda Reddy, president of Andhra Pradesh private degree college managements association, noted that when the four-year honours program with a single major was introduced two years ago, guidelines were issued to ensure degree programs allowed students to focus on their chosen major while also pursuing minors and skill development programmes aligned with their interests.
Hans India
09-07-2025
- Science
- Hans India
Students told to acquire skills, take up research projects
Visakhapatnam: Setting new benchmarks in higher education with a strong research orientation, the courses are designed to empower students with deep subject knowledge, flexibility and skills required to achieve success in a rapidly changing global landscape, principal of GITAM School of Science Prof K Vedavathi said. At a media conference here on Tuesday, she said that the institution is offering programmes in alignment with the transformative goals of the New Education Policy (NEP-2020). Under the NEP-2020 framework, Prof. Vedavathi emphasised that students enrolled in undergraduate science programmes in the institution get a unique opportunity to pursue minor subjects from humanities and business management, fostering a multidisciplinary learning environment. Students can choose minors from a diverse set of disciplines. This multidisciplinary approach broadens intellectual horizons and equips students with versatile skills, Prof. Vedavathi underlined. In a further boost to its research ecosystem, GITAM offers monthly fellowships up to Rs 40,000 to research scholars, encouraging meaningful contributions to science and technology. Offering them early exposure to scientific inquiry and innovation, students are encouraged to undertake research projects during summer internships of their second and third years. In addition to MCA and BCA courses, the institution currently offers 11 and 11 programmes.
The Hindu
08-05-2025
- The Hindu
Anantapur MP's sister dies in helicopter crash in Uttarakhand
A woman from Anantapur was killed while her husband sustained injured in a helicopter crash near Bhagirathi river in Uttarakashi district in Uttarakhand on Thursday. The deceased, M. Vedavathi Kumari, is the sister of Anantapur Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP Ambica G. Lakshminarayana. According to sources, Ms. Vedavathi and her husband Bhaskar went to Char Dham Yatra on May 4, and after visiting various temples, they reached Yamunotri on Wednesday. It is alleged that the couple spent their time shopping on Wednesday and boarded a private helicopter to reach Yamunotri on Thursday morning. In total, seven persons were in the chopper when it crashed, according to reports. Bhaskar survived the crash and reportedly suffered fractures on his legs and ribs. He was shifted to the AIIMS Rushikesh for treatment and his condition is said to be stable. Meanwhile, Mr. Lakshminarayana and his brother Bhadri rushed to Dehradun as soon as the news was out. Their flight was diverted to Delhi due to bad weather in Dehradun, sources said. Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh condoled the death of Ms. Vedavathi and other tourists in the crash. He directed the officials to ensure that the injured person was provided good treatment at AIIMS Rushikesh.
