Alagappa University, [AU] Karaikudi

Alagappa University is established at Karaikudi in Tamil Nadu and is convenient from Madurai and Tiruchirappalli airports within two hours. The 440-acre green and lush campus houses all the academic activities. The university has risen from a universe of institutions originally founded by the prominent philanthropist and educationist Dr RM. Alagappa Chettiar during the 1950s.

As a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), as well as a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), it has rewarding relations with other academic institutions, research laboratories and industrial establishments that promise a spectacular future.

Alagappa University Admissions are offered in the fields of Arts, Management, Education and Science for the courses of UG, PG, PG Diploma, M.Phil and Ph.D.

Alagappa University Quick Links:

• Courses
• Departments
• Facilities
• Placement
• Fee Details
• Awards & Rankings
• MoUs
• Eligibility Criteria
• Admissions
• Hostel Details

Alagappa University Highlights:

Producing excellence in all fields of Education, with singular importance on Pedagogy, Extension, Administration, Research and Learning (PEARL). Affording a High-Quality Higher Education to the learners so that they are moulded into intellectually skilled human resources that will assist in the betterment of the nation to Educational, Social, Technological, Environmental and Economic Magnificence (ESTEEM). The highlights of the college include:

Alagappa University Courses Offered:

The university has 44 Departments, 9 Centres and 2 Constituent Colleges on its campus. 46 Affiliated Colleges located in the districts of Sivaganga and Ramanathapuram are part of the University. Of which one Autonomous College and one Alagappa University Model Constituent College of Arts and Science are located in Kilakkarai and  Paramakudi respectively. The courses and their specializations are shown below:

Alagappa University Departments:

The University offers education through regular, week-end, distance and collaborative modes. Through all modes of education, the University caters to the needs of the student community of around 1.12 lakhs. Some of the departments are given here:

• Arts 
• Science
• Management
• Education
• Social Work
• Women’s Studies
• English and Foreign Languages
• Fine Arts
• Tamil
• Economics and Rural Development
• History
• Library & Information Science
• Mathematics

Alagappa University Facilities:

The University, placed at a sprawling stretch of 450 acres, boasts a desirable infrastructure. In spite of its locational constraints, the learners are provided with a sterling infrastructure. The ambience of the University is very carefully built in order to enable the inmates to be technology-driven and ecofriendly. The flora and fauna of the campuses and internet hubs with wi-fi connectivity make the University a colony of inquisitive learners; it is a home away from home for them with a digital environment and lots of parental care from the teachers.

• Startup Cell/Incubation Cell
• USIC Laboratories
• Botanical Garden
• Ecological Park
• Children's Park
• Hostel
• Gymnasium
• Guest House
• Library
• Canteen
• Auditoria
• Health Care Centre
• Yoga Centre
• Sports Facilities
• Clubs, Cells and Centres

Alagappa University Placement:

The Training and Placement Cell allows a collection of career-oriented services that empower students to explore and achieve their career goals. Its objectives are:

• Creating awareness of career options.
• Empowering students with life-long career decision-making skills.
• Identifying suitable potential employers.
• Career planning and development activities.
• Anchor all placement-related activities of the University Departments and Affiliated Colleges.

Some of the companies that recruit students from the university are mentioned below:

Alagappa University Fee Details:

The Alagappa university offers courses in UG, PG, PG Diploma, M.Phil and Ph.D in various domains. The fee structure for multiple courses is given below:

• The course fee for MA is INR 4,000/- per annum.
• Price for the M.Sc course is INR 4,500/- per annum.
• Fee structure for M. Phil (Mathematics) course is INR 7,000/- per annum.
• Course fee for MBA is INR 20,000/- per annum.
• M. Ed course fee will cost INR 15,500/- per annum.

Alagappa University Awards & Rankings:

The University is progressively marching towards eminence in all spheres of higher education. The campaign for affordable and quality education is in tune with the dream of its founder, the great philanthropist Dr Alagappa is marked by a slew of awards and recognitions:

• Received A+ Grade with CGPA of 3.64 grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Alagappa University is the first State University in Tamil Nadu to obtain the coveted A+ grade.
• Obtained Category–1 status and Autonomy status by the MHRD-UGC.
• Secured 4th position in MHRD-Swachhta Ranking 2018 for the cleanest Government Higher Educational Institutions in India.
• Received Rs.100 crore funds under MHRD RUSA 2.0 Scheme for Quality enhancement.
• Secured 28th position among Universities in MHRD-NIRF 2019 ranking.
• Secured 20th position in QS India Ranking, 104th position in QS BRICS Ranking and 216th position in QS Asia Ranking 2019.
• IAB Blind Empowerment Champions 2018, SILVER ZONE Award by the Indian Association for the Blind.
• ISO 9001: 2015 certification for furthering quality-driven education and research.
• The third rank in SWACHHTA Ranking 2017 among 3500 plus government institutions of the country; the Ranking, an initiative of the MHRD, Government of India evaluates the institution on the twin parameters of cleanliness and hygiene.

Alagappa University MoUs:

Alagappa University has been actively associated with the internationalisation of the University campus by increasing cooperation with reputed international institutions overseas. In this direction, it has enrolled into a formal memorandum of understanding with 28 institutions from multiple countries which covers the USA, Japan, Italy, South Korea, Taiwan, China, South Africa, and Malaysia. The intention of the University signing MoUs is to empower faculty and student exchange, exchange of information for education and research objectives, exchange of research outcomes, research publications, to explore mutually beneficial research projects for collaboration, to promote cultural exchange, etc.  Signed MoUs with different countries are given below:

• Tangshan Polytechnic College, Caofeidan New City, China.
• Cornell University, USA.
• Department of Semiconductor Science, Dongguk University, South Korea.
• The Faculty of Agriculture and Life Science, Hirosaki University, Japan.
• Hirosaki University, Japan.
• Persatuan Kesusasteraan, Tamil Malaysia.
• Open University, Malaysia.
• Tharshal Training Academy SDN, Malaysia.
• Sun Logistic Services Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
• Binary University, Malaysia.
• Konkuk University, South Korea.
• Tamil Arts and Culture Association Incorporated, Australia.
• National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center (NSRRC), Taiwan.
• Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, China.
• Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China.
• The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, South Africa.
• Chung Yuan Christian University, Taiwan.
• Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan-China.
• National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan.
• Department of Engineering University of Messina, Italy.
• National Institute of Health, USA.
• Institute of Experimental Medicine, Czech Republic.
• University of Manchester, Manchester, U.K.
• Laurea University of Applied Science, Finland.
• Kelab Bell Tamil Malaysia, Taman Sri Muda, Shah Alam Selangor, Malaysia.
• Pertubuhan Tamil Kapagam, Malaysia Taman Sri Muda, Shah Alam Selangor, Malaysia.
• Singapore Tamil Teacher’s Union, Singapore.

Alagappa University FAQs:

1. What is the genesis of the university?
   - Alagappa University has developed from the galaxy of institutions (Arts College, Training College, Sports College, Polytechnic College, Engineering College etc) originally established by the great humanitarian and educationist Dr.RM.Alagappa Chettiar during the 1950s. He gave 440-acre of green and lush land to the Government. Alagappa University was established through a Special Act of the State Legislature by the Government of Tamil Nadu on 9th May 1985.
2. What are academic courses being offered by the university?
   - Alagappa University is Arts & Science University allowing programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Education, Management and Science. The university has 44 Departments, 9 Centres and 2 Constituent Colleges on its campus. 46 Affiliated Colleges located in the districts of Sivaganga and Ramanathapuram are part of the University. Of which one Autonomous College and one Alagappa University Model Constituent College of Arts and Science are located in Kilakkarai and Paramakudi respectively.
3. How many programs are offered under distance education programs?
   - 66 programmes are offered for the year 2019-20.
4. what is the procedure for enrollment into the distance education program?
   - Candidates can explore admission to the Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) of the University itself at Karaikudi as direct students. Candidates can also enrol through authorized 150+ learning centres situated across the state of Tamil Nadu. There are two sessions of admission every year (during July-August) and (during January-February).

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