M.A in English 

at Doon University, Dehradun

No, there is no such provision for getting direct admission in any courses at Doon University. Aspiring candidates must take the Doon University Entrance test to get eligible for the admission process for programmes offered at Doon University. Selected candidates can register further for the counselling process after submitting the counselling fees; during this round, candidates will be required to report to the admission cell at Doon University for document verification and other admission formalities along with fee payment.

Candidates planning to be admitted to courses offered at Doon University will first have to appear in the entrance exam conducted by Doon University, as Doon University inducts students in the majority of its courses through its own entrance test. Candidates, based on their performance in Doon University Entrance Test, will be selected for that particular programme opted by the candidate. Selected candidates will have to register for the counselling process, followed by document verification and fee payment.

Doon University usually conducts the application process for various programmes and specialisations between May and June. Aspiring candidates are advised to apply for the Doon University Entrance test as it is the first step in getting admission at courses offered at Doon University. Candidates, based on their performance in that entrance test, will be selected for that particular programme. The name of selected candidates will be made available on the official website of Doon University, which the applicant can check by logging into their registered accounts. Selected candidates must report to the university’s admission cell for document verification and submission of tuition fees to finalise the admission process.

Candidates seeking admission in courses offered at Doon University will first have to appear in the entrance exam conducted by Doon University, as the university inducts students in the majority of its courses through its own entrance test. Candidates, based on their performance in Doon University Entrance Test, will be selected for that particular programme opted by the candidate. Selected candidates will have to report to the admission cell at Doon University to complete the remaining admission formalities, including document verification and fee payment. 

Admissions to Doon University BSc courses are made based on scores in the University Entrance Test. However, to apply, students must fulfill the below-tabulated eligibility criteria:

Course	Eligibility Criteria
BSc (Hons/with Research) Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics/Computer Science	Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology (Minimum 50% marks) from a recognised Board of Secondary Education (45% for SC/ST from Uttarakhand)
BSc Geography (Hons/with Research)	Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology. (Minimum 50% marks) from a recognised Board. (45% for SC/ST from Uttarakhand).
BSc (Hons/with Research) Biological Sciences	Class 12 Science with Biology (Minimum 50% marks) from a recognised Board of Secondary Education. (45% for SC/ST from Uttarakhand).

{Source: M.A. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from current students and alumni, here's a summary of the key points:

Infrastructure and Facilities

* Good environment and well-maintained campus
* Clean and spacious classrooms, library, and laboratories
* Decent hostel facilities, although food quality may vary
* Limited Wi-Fi issues reported

Faculty and Teaching Quality

* Knowledgeable and helpful professors
* Teachers guide students well and prepare them for industry requirements
* Some students mentioned that the course curriculum is relevant and prepares them for future jobs

Placement and Career Opportunities

* Placement opportunities exist, but may not be consistent across batches
* Companies like Amazon visit the campus for recruitment
* Alumni have secured jobs with salaries ranging from INR4.8 Lacs to INR5.12 Lacs per annum

Course Relevance and Industry Readiness

* The course structure and curriculum seem to be well-designed, covering both theoretical and practical aspects
* Faculty support helps students develop skills necessary for industry readiness

Challenges and Improvement Areas

* Limited availability of certain resources, such as books in the library
* Need for more company visits and better preparation for interviews
* Infrastructure improvements needed, especially projector maintenance and addition of another auditorium

Overall, while there may be some areas for improvement, the majority of students and alumni agree that M.A. at Doon University is a worthwhile investment due to its strong academic reputation, supportive faculty, and decent placement opportunities.

Out of 425 UG (3-year) graduates 71 were placed in the 2023 drive. Additionally, 4 out of 11 UG (4-year) and 80 out of 308 PG (2-year) students were placed during 2023 placements. Take a look at the table below depicting the Doon University placement trends for UG and PG courses:

Course	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
UG (3-year)	- Total students: 402 - Students placed: 52	- Total students: 374 - Students placed: 69	- Total students: 425 - Students placed: 71
UG (4-year)	- Total students: 8 - Students placed: 1	- Total students: 16 - Students placed: 8	- Total students: 11 - Students placed: 4
PG (2-year)	- Total students: 220 - Students placed: 24	- Total students: 296 - Students placed: 51	- Total students: 308 - Students placed: 80

NOTE: The above statistics are fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

Doon University fee varies as per the course and specialisation selected by the students. Students need to pay a certain amount at the time of admission to confirm their seat at the university. Find below the total tuition fee of some of the popular Doon University courses:

Courses	Total Tuition Fee
MBA	INR 1.2 lakh - INR 3 lakh
BTech	INR 3.2 lakh
BA	INR 42,000 - INR 60,000
MA	INR 40,000
BCom	INR 60,000
BSc	INR 60,000 - INR 1 lakh
BDes	INR 2.4 lakh
MTech	INR 40,000

Note: This information is taken from the official source/ sanctioning body and is subjective.

The Doon University highest package details are yet to be released. However, the median package has been released. The highest median package offered during 2023 placements was INR 6.50 LPA and was made to PG (2-year) students. Tabulated below are the course-wise Doon University packages for 2023:

Course	Median Package (2023)
UG (3-year)	INR 6 LPA
UG (4-year)	INR 5 LPA
PG (2-year)	INR 6.50 LPA

NOTE: The above salary data is collated from the NIRF report 2024.

Doon University offers a four-year BSc Hons in Physics course. The course is aimed at developing student’s knowledge about different facets of Physics. During the coursework, students study subjects such as Thermal Physics, Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Electromagnetic Theory, Nuclear Physics, and more.

Moreover, a Physics degree offers a diverse range of career opportunities in India. Physics course graduates with strong analytical skills, research capabilities, and adaptability can find multiple job opportunities in various industries such as Research and Development, Healthcare, IT, and more. Tabulated below are some of the job roles for Physics graduates to pursue after completion of BSc:

Job Profiles
Meteorologist	Research Associate
Web Developer	Technical writer
Data Analyst	Software Engineer

Note: The above-mentioned are common job roles. Actual roles can differ for students based on varying skills and knowledge.