Discontinued (Nov 2021)- Diploma in Catering Science and Hotel Management 

offered by Bharathiar University Distance Education

The School of Distance Education, Bharathiar University offer UG and PG courses in distance mode. Its distance courses are approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Hence, the awarded degree is valid and accepted in India and abroad. Candidates seeking admission to any of these courses can visit the university's official website (sde.b-u.ac.in) to apply. All the updates regarding the distance courses are published on BU SDE's official website only.

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's what current students and alumni have to say:

* Faculty: Above-average faculty with well-qualified and knowledgeable teachers who are available for students. (Multiple reviews)
* Course Curriculum: Relevant and industry-ready curriculum that prepares students for their future careers. (Several reviews)
* Exams: Easy exams with a high pass percentage, making it accessible for students. (Multiple reviews)

However, there are some concerns:

* Placement Opportunities: Limited placement opportunities, with only 15% of students getting placed. the highest package offered is around INR2-3 LPA. (Some reviews)
* Infrastructure: While the campus is lush green, the hostel facilities need improvement, including better food options and cleanliness issues. (Few reviews)

On the positive side:

* Teaching Quality: Well-qualified and helpful teachers who are dedicated to improving student skills. (Multiple reviews)
* Placements and Education: Good placements and education for all students, with over 80% of students getting placed in previous batches. Average salary package offered is around INR2.2 LPA. (Several reviews)
* Industrial Training: Separate industrial training programme included in the course curriculum to prepare students for the industry. (One review)

Overall, while there may be some areas for improvement, the majority of students agree that the B.Sc. programme at Bharathiar University Distance Education can be a good choice, especially for those interested in the field of animation and VFX.

Remember to weigh the pros and cons before making an informed decision.

Candidates who have completed their Class 12 or Diploma from a recognised board/ university are eligible for any UG/Diploma courses and those who have completed their graduation from a recognised university are eligible to apply to any PG/PG Diploma courses offered by SDE.

Students looking to apply for any of the programmes offered at School of Distance Education, Bharathiar University are required to visit the official website of the university. Before applying for the desired course, students should ensure that they satisfy the admission criteria as per the university's guidelines. Interested students can follow the steps mentioned below to complete BU-SDE application process:

Step 1: On the homepage of School of Distance Education, click on the "Admission" button.

Step 2: Read the instructions and click on the undertaking to proceed. It is important that the students make their ABC ID (a detailed video for creating the ID can be found on the university's official website).

Step 3: Select the programme and year and fill out the application form.

Step 4: Provide the required details, such as name, aadhar card number, parents' name, etc. 

Step 5: Pay the application fees of INR 150 to complete the application.