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Ofcourse, I will definitely want to answer this question because my sister is studying BSc Interior Design at Chandigarh. I myself have done research on the program. Students of interior design have excelled in various zones. Mr.Samprit Saurav Panigrahi, a talented student from the Interior Design Department at Chandigarh University, has been selected as one of the "Top 25 Most Emerging Interior Designers in India, 2023.In National Architecture and Interior Design Excellence Awards and Conference 2023, Sakshi Verma, a Chandigarh University’s Interior Design student, placed 2nd in Arttdinox Competition in the award Category of Promising & Rising Interior Design Firm of the Year 2023. From their achievements, you can get the idea that Chandigarh University’s interior design programme is really worth it.  

Chandigarh University's Hotel Management department boasts impressive placement opportunities, with companies like Walt Disney actively recruiting. Over five years, 274 students have interned with Disney. The University Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management has seen 294 students placed in 106 international and national companies, with a 20% increase in recruitment from five-star hotel chains. Prominent recruiters include The Oberoi Group, JW Marriott, Radisson, and Hyatt Regency, among others. The Food Production sector offered 104 positions with packages up to 4.1 LPA, while F&B Services and Front Office saw 127 offers with packages reaching 6 LPA. The Airlines and Tourism Management department secured 52 offers, with the highest package at 3.92 LPA.Notable alumni have landed roles in prestigious companies, highlighting the university's effective mentorship and placement support in preparing students for successful careers in the hospitality industry.

Clearing JEE Mains isn't mandatory for CSE at Chandigarh University. Instead, CU requires its own entrance test, CUCET, for BE CSE admissions. JEE Mains rank holders up to 50,000 are exempt, with top 25,000 ranks eligible for a full scholarship and ranks 25,001-50,000 receiving a 75% scholarship. Eligibility includes 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and one additional subject like Chemistry or Computer Science, with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks. The CUCET syllabus varies for Non-medical (English, Physics, Chemistry/Computers, Mathematics, Aptitude) and Medical streams (English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Aptitude).

In my experience, I've witnessed students securing dream internships and placements in a wide array of renowned companies. Some of these include giants like Amazon, TCS, Deloitte, IBM India Pvt. Ltd., Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), Flipkart India Private Limited, Federal Bank, ICICI Bank Ltd., Reliance BP Mobility Ltd, KPMG, Vodafone Idea Ltd., Reliance Industries, Bank of America, VIVO, Deloitte, Microsoft, Accenture, Hewlett Packard, BYJUS, Xiaomi Technology India Private Limited, SBI Mutual Funds, Bandhan Bank, HDFC Bank, Wipro, Randstad India, and Unilever.

This is really a brilliant question because it is very necessary to know the infrastructural facilities related to labs and other related factors of a university where you are going to study. I am happy that you are asking about Chandigarh University believe me, there are amazing labs and other facilities for Interior design students at Chandigarh University.So here are the labs and other facilities for interior design students-1-Workspace Studio, Paint Studio, Ceramic and Clay Studio, Prototyping and Wood Studio, Design Studios, & CAD Labs/Computer Labs2- Curriculum containing Product Design, Transport Design, UI/UX Design, Craft Cluster, Knitwear, Branding & Merchandising, Furniture Design, Exhibition Design, and Retail Space Design.3-Software used for teaching are AutoCad, Sketchup, Lumion, Revit, Adobe Photoshop, Vray, & Nscape4-Frequent participation in exhibitions, creative workshops, market surveys, internship for practical experience of the design world.5-Tie Ups with Industries like IIID (Institute of Indian Interior Designers)

Hey, let me share with you about labs and studios facilities in Chandigarh University in following points- Climatology Lab- This laboratory is fully equipped with the latest tools and equipment so that you can carry out your study with respect to climate.Research Lab- It is a computer-based lab in which activities related to research are performed under the supervision of faculty.Construction Yard- It gives you an opportunity to experiment with various building materials and see building construction closely.Plumbing & Sanitation Lab- It is equipped with the latest fittings, pipes, joints, etc. for plumbing and sanitation purposes. Electrical/Lighting and Illumination Lab- In this lab, you learn about the electrical services, wiring, fittings and lighting fixtures that are required in a building.Surveying Lab- Here, you undertake exercises related to help you understand the characteristics of the site.Building Construction Lab- This lab helps you to practically see the building materials, their typologies, and specifications that help you in deciding these applications in a building.Material Testing Lab- In this lab, you learn the techniques of testing compressive and tensile strengths of building materials.Acoustics & Material Museum Model Making Workshop- In this lab, you study the detailed application of acoustical materials during your design projects like auditoriums, convention centers, etc.Metal Craft Workshop/Carpentry Workshop- In this workshop, you are encouraged to make small prototypes of brick joints, wooden joints, brick jallis, etc. to understand the building construction details.Model Making Workshop- This workshop allows you to carry-on architectural design projects and building construction in detail. 

The first thing that you have to consider is the eligibility criteria. So, the very first process that you have to follow is to appear for the Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET) which is a mandatory step for taking admission to the Engineering programs at Chandigarh University. There is one more query if JEE Main is important for B.E. Mechanical Engineering. It is totally your choice. But CUCET is compulsory with an exception for those who secure more than 90% marks in qualifying examinations or up to 50000 rank in JEE.

Coming towards a BA Liberal Arts programme at Chandigarh University which is a hons. program, it is approved by NCTE ( National council for teacher education). The programme gives you numerous career opportunities because, in BA Liberal Arts, you can choose one subject as a major but you will study some other subjects of other fields too as a minor subject. So, placements are very good and till now, I have researched that students are placed in these companies or organizations in BA (Hons.) Liberal Arts programme - iQuasar Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd., eClerx Services Ltd., Provana India Private Limited, GMCH Sec-32, Chandigarh, Kunphen Rehab Center, Department of Health, Central Tibetan Administration, Digital marketing company, Littleleap, Chandigarh University, Careers 360, Absolute People Screen Private Limited, Cynet corp, etc. 

Yes my friend, Chandigarh University is the best for pursuing Liberal Arts which I can tell you clearly as I am myself pursuing my studies in this program. Chandigarh University offers BA (Hons.) Liberal Arts programme and the programme gives you numerous career opportunities because in BA Liberal arts, you can choose one subject as a major but you will study some other subjects of other fields too as a minor subject.  You will get English /Psychology /Economics /Sociology /Political Science as Major Subjects and Management, English, Psychology, Sociology, Humanities (History/Geography/Philosophy), Creative Arts, Media Studies, Performing Arts -Theaters, Economics, Political Science and International relations as minor subjects.  

The university offers a comprehensive financial aid system for hotel management students, including scholarships and loan assistance. The university's dedicated cell helps students secure loans from partnered banks and financial institutions, covering a wide range of expenses without the need for collateral for loans up to 7.5 lakhs. Additionally, families with an income of less than Rs. 4.5 Lakhs per annum can benefit from a 100% subsidy on interest rates. Students can start repaying loans after course completion, with tax benefits under Section 80E. With partnerships with major banks, Chandigarh University ensures that financial challenges do not impede educational aspirations.