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B.A. in Philosophy 

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  • State University
  • Estd. 2010

B.A. in Philosophy
 at 
Presidency University 
Overview

Duration

3 years

Course Level

UG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

Total Tuition Fees

5,400

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Seat breakup

20

Type of University

State

B.A. in Philosophy
 at 
Presidency University 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (3 years)
5,400
3,770
9,170
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Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2021)
Median SalaryINR 6.00 Lakh
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B.A. in Philosophy
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Can I get direct admission in Presidency University Kolkata for BA?

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No, in order to get admission for BA at Presidency University, Kolkata the student have to pass PUBDET entrance exam. Candidates can choose the exam centre the nearest to them. However, candidates are advised that once the application form is submitted, the candidate can not change their exam centre so be careful.The allocation of the PUBDET exam centres was based on the choices gave by the candidate during the online form fill up. However, the centre mentioned will be final and no changes will be made. No request for change of allocated centre will be entertained under normal circumstances.

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Q:   Is Presidency University, Kolkata a good university for B.A.?

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Presidency University, Kolkata, formerly known as Presidency College, is a prestigious institution with a rich history dating back to 1857. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various disciplines, including arts, sciences, commerce, engineering, and technology.

The university has been awarded Grade A by NAAC and is considered one of India's the oldest educational institutions.

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Q:   Which branch of B.A. has more placements at Presidency University, Kolkata?

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The B.A. in Bengali branch at Presidency University, Kolkata, has more placements compared to other branches. Approximately 85% of students pursuing B.A. in Bengali got placed in the academic year, with each student receiving at least two offers.

This high placement rate indicates the strong demand for graduates from the Bengali programme at Presidency University. Students enrolled in this branch have favorable opportunities for securing placements and kickstarting their careers in various sectors.

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Q:   What is the fee for B.A. courses at Presidency University, Kolkata?

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The fee for B.A. courses at Presidency University, Kolkata is approximately INR 2,000 for the first year.

This affordable fee structure makes pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree at Presidency University accessible to students seeking quality education in various disciplines within the arts field. The university's commitment to providing a conducive learning environment and comprehensive academic support further enhances the value proposition for students interested in enrolling in B.A. programs at Presidency University, Kolkata.

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Q:   Is there any entrance exam for BA in Presidency University, Kolakata?

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Yes, students who are looking for BA admission at Presidency University, Kolakata need to appear and pass PUBDET entrance exam. To know the eligibility for PUBDET exam, students can check the points mentioned below:

  • Candidates should have cleared higher secondary examination (Class 12) that is conducted by CBSE, West Bengal or equivalent exam, not before 2020.
  • The candidate must pass Class 12 with at least five recognised subjects, including English language and excluding Environmental Science. The aggregate is to be calculated in the best four recognised subjects.
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B.A. in Philosophy
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Students Ratings & Reviews

2.7/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements1.5
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure2.5
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B.A. in Philosophy - Batch of 2021
Offered by Presidency University, Kolkata
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2Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
The campus life is one to die for, but some of the faculty really have to step up the quality.
Placements: Presidency University being an arts and science university does not offer placements after post graduation except for the economics department. The economics department guarantees some sort of placements to its post-graduation students, but it is not at all at par compared to other universities as such.
Infrastructure: Presidency University has a very rich heritage and culture. It is a top educational institute in itself. The campus is not much huge, but it is very good. Classrooms are mostly clean and have fans. Wi-Fi is available all over the campus. The university provides hostels for both boys and girls. The science labs are equipped with top equipment. Libraries are stocked with almost all the books of various subjects. There are a huge football field, a basketball court and a volleyball court in the heart of the campus where tournaments are held throughout the year.
Faculty: The presidency could've boasted about its faculty members and professors a few years back, but after the bicentenary celebration, it has lost its touch. A lot of new faculty members have been recruited, replacing more than 80 researchers and professors but haven't quite been able to fill the shoes. Departments such as life science, physics, political science, etc., still have great professors and faculty members, but the other departments need a lot of shining to the quality of the teachers and the departments too.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2019Read More
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B.A. in Philosophy - Batch of 2019
Offered by Presidency University, Kolkata
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Presidency University: Death of an Idea.
Placements: There is no any active placement cell in Presidency University since 2014. Sometimes by the pressure of students authority invites some company who offers jobs those are unable to fulfil a single persons monthly desires. Students Union has demanded many times for proper campusing but authority said they don't care of students' future.
Infrastructure: There is free WI-FI around the campus. The whole campus is decorated with tiles and plywood walls. The lightings are very costly. But the education quality is very poor. Most of the department has only Assistant Professors, no any Professor or Associate Professor. The high qualified teachers (at least 100) left the university in last 4 years. Everyone blamed the academic atmosphere and authority in the resignation letters. Most of the Professors who were recruited by Professor Anuradha Lohia (Vice-Chancellor) can't teach properly. Hostels are also under very dark situation. Boys hostel is closed from last 2.5 years for renovation. But neither the renovation is doing properly nor the students are given proper place for living. A place is given to live the hostel boarders which is far away from Kolkata and students have to travel upto 2+2 hours in a day. Also the place is in a remote area and nothing available there. The college canteens are huge costly. One canteen named Promod da's Canteen which was light better than others is closed by the authority and there a new canteen is opened which has very poor food quality and huge price. Anyway we go to the university to study. But in Presidency University there is no any academic quality to study properly. Most of the useful books are not available in the library. The grading system is also very poor. This university just has a history of great alumni like Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Amartya Sen, Satyajit Roy etc. But currently this institution has no future.
Faculty: Once this institution was one of the best in India in academics. It was called center of Excellence. But today it is just a heritage area. At least 100 Professors left Presidency in last 4 years for the bad condition and politically biased authority. The Vice Chancellor is close to rulling party. So she does whatever she want even that is against education. The new teachers recruited by her can't teach properly. Even they ask to us to teach them. Syllabus or curriculum is very old and must be updated. Question pattern is semester also should be more qualitative. The faculty student ratio is 1:17. The research quality is very poor. Most of the department has no any Professors those have the eligibility to take research scholar under them. The history of this institution is very glorified. But from last 4 years due to the Vice Chancellor and the ruling party of West Bengal the university is just has become a building.
Other: The university has 2500 students in total. Female students are greater in number. Students has good connectivity to each other. There is 3 political organisation in the campus. Beyond the ideological difference they all maintain good relation to each other. No any clash between students is happens here like other colleges of West Bengal. There is some scholarship by government is available but the amount is not enough to study in a elite university like Presidency. But the student organizes crowd funding to help the friends from low financial background. There is only thing that has not been changed is Students' activities. The official fest of Presidency is Milieu which is one of the most popular college fest after Sanskriti by Jadavpur University's students. Also there is an another fest which is known as ICON. Milieu is happening last time this year. Because it is organized by Presidency University Students' Union and the state government recently banned on students union. Not only Milieu but Presidency will lost many other things like annual magazine, publication society, cultural society and others because of the ban of union. Anyway the history of the university will always be remembered even the university exist or not in future.
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B.A. in Philosophy
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Students also asked

Q:   Can I get direct admission in Presidency University Kolkata?

A: 

Students who are looking for admissions at the UG and PG level course, the student have to appear the entrance exams. For UG course, Presidency University, Kolakata has PUBDET and for PG courses, it has PUMDET. Since, the university is adhered to the entrance exam scores, there are no any other medium to get admission apart from this. 

Q:   Is BSc at Presidency University, Kolkata better than Jadavpur University?

A: 

Both Jadavpur University and Presidency University share many similarities in terms of their academic excellence, faculties, infrastructure, and amenities. However, there are notable differences when it comes to placement outcomes, making them unique in their own right. Your ultimate success in either university will largely depend on your dedication and hard work.

In terms of placement statistics, Jadavpur University tends to offer higher median packages, with an average of INR 5.04 lakhs. On the other hand, Presidency University reports a median package of INR 3.20 lakhs. These figures suggest that students from Jadavpur University may have better placement opportunities, particularly in terms of earning potential.

 

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Q:   What is the placement scenario at Presidency University?

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Presidency University offers decent placements annually to its UG and PG courses. The key highlights of Presidency University Kolkata placements for the Class of 2022 and 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

Median package (UG 3-years) (BA,  BSc)

INR 4 LPA

INR 6 LPA

Total students (UG 3-years)

449

393

Total students placed (UG 3-years)

24

13

Median package (PG 2-years) (MA,  MSc)

INR 7.24 LPA

INR 7 LPA

Total students (PG 2-years)

343

333

Total students placed (PG 2-years)

28

88

Note: The above-mentioned data are gathered from the Presidency University Kolkata NIRF report 2024.

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Q:   What entrance exam scores does Presidency University, Kolkata accept for admission to BSc?

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Presidency university accepts PUBDET,  JEE Mains and WBJEE exams.Specific details regarding eligibility criteria and application requirements can be found on the university's website. In the year 2022 admissions, the application process for BSc courses at Presidency University commenced in the month of August. However, for the 2023 session, applications opened earlier, and candidates were advised to submit their applications before the deadline. Presidency University Kolkata adheres to a reservation policy as per the government's regulations. 

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Q:   Is M.Sc. at Presidency University worth the investment?

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{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Placements and Salary Packages

* Approximately 80% of M.Sc. programme alumni have secured positions in well-known firms like HSBC, EY, KPMG, and Capgemini.
* Salary packages range from 5.5 LPA to 8 LPA, with an average of 6 LPA.
* A significant portion of students (around 25%) who apply for internships through the university land valuable opportunities.
* Top roles offered include risk analyst, data analyst, and business analyst.

Course Curriculum and Industry Readiness

* The applied economic programme focuses on aligning its curriculum with industry requirements, ensuring students are equipped with practical skills for the workforce.
* The course curriculum is commended for making students industry-ready, especially in the final two semesters.

Faculty and Support

* Faculty members are well-qualified and knowledgeable, although occasionally lacking in support.
* The department invites guest lecturers from around the world, enriching the educational experience for committed students.

Infrastructure and Facilities

* The campus offers a blend of academic excellence and activities, with sports facilities like badminton, table tennis, football, and basketball.
* Computer labs and specialised facilities are available for students' use.
* Library resources and internet access are excellent.

Student Life and Extracurricular Activities

* The campus hosts various events, including musical shows, concerts, talks, and festivals, creating a lively atmosphere.
* Students engage in extracurricular activities like tournaments and club meetings.

Considering these factors, it appears that studying M.Sc. at Presidency University is indeed a worthwhile investment. The university provides a strong foundation in applied economics, prepares students for the industry, and offers excellent placement opportunities. While individual experiences may vary, the majority of students have reported positive outcomes.
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