B.A. in Psychology 

at VNSGU Surat, Surat

VNSGU BA courses are offered via many affiliated colleges. The eligibility criteria may have been left at the discretion of each college. However, as per the website of the VNSGU, the common eligibility criteria for BA courses is a pass in Class 12. Thus, any candidate who has passed Class 12 from any recognised board is eligible to apply for BA courses.

Note: The above information is subject to changes. Hence, students are advised to check the eligibility criteria carefully while filling out the application form.

Yes, BA is available at VNSGU. BA at VNSGU is offered by many affiliated colleges of the university. Moreover, students can choose from many specialisations including Home Science, History, English, Computer Science and more. The course duration for a regular BA course is three years. In the case of Hons course, the duration would be four years. Students are expected to complete their degrees in the stipulated time.

VNSGU admits students to its BA courses based on their merit. However, the university has a lot of colleges affiliated with it, which results in numerous BA courses. The admission criteria for affiliated colleges may have been left at the discretion of each college. Based on the official website of VNSGU, the following is the admission criteria for BA in Mass Communication offered at the main campus of VNSGU:

Admission criteria:  The admissions will be based on applicants’ marks in Class 12. However, if more than expected applications are received, the university may conduct an entrance test to shortlist students.

The fee for BA course at VNSGU is INR 20,000 as per the official website of the university. However, this fee is stated only for the BA in Mass Communication course. For details on fees of BA courses offered by the affiliated colleges, students are advised to get in touch with the university.

VNSGU provides a fee refund if a student wishes to cancel the admission. However, it is subject to fulfillment of eligibility criteria for fee refund. Tabulated below is the percentage of refund and the eligibility requirements:

Percentage of Refund of fees	Eligibility
100%	15 days before the formally notified last date of admission
90%	Less than 15 days before the formally notified last date of admission
80%	15 days or less after the formally notified last date of admission
50%	30 days or less, but more than 15 days after being formally notified last date of admission
No refund	More than 30 days after being formally notified of the last date of admission

Note: The above information is as per the official sources. However, it’s still subject to changes.

The university provides more than 30 courses at the undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and doctoral level. The faculty members offered include the Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Commerce, Faculty of Management, Faculty of Education, among others. Below is a list of fees for various courses offered by VNSGU:

Courses	Tuition Fees
MBA/PGDM (3 courses)	INR 60,000 -  INR 1.3 lakh
B.Sc. (60 courses)	INR 580 - INR 4.8 lakh
M.Sc. (54 courses)	INR 24,800 - INR 3.4 lakh
M.A. (54 courses)	INR 6,600 - INR 2.2 lakh
B.Com (61 courses)	INR 36,700

The university conducts entrance exams for admission to courses, including BFA, BPT, BOPTM, BSc (Nursing), etc. Admission to the MBBS course at VNSGU is based on the NEET-UG score. Veer Narmad South Gujarat University accepts national-level exam scores for PG course admissions. For MBA, the CAT/CMAT score is accepted. While MD and MS courses admissions are through NEET-PG.

The aspirants can apply through the Veer Narmad South Gujarat University online application portal (vnsgu.ac.in). In addition, it is recommended to check the eligibility criteria before the form filling. After the payment of the application fee, the form is submitted successfully.

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

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

Placement Record
* The average package offered is around INR4,50,000.
* the highest package offered is around INR7,50,000.
* the lowest package offered is around INR3,50,000.
* About 70-80% of students are placed.
* Top recruiters include Herald Logic, Dev Soft, NJ Technologies, Wisdom, and TCS.
* Salary packages range from INR20,000 to INR25,000 per month.

Facilities and Infrastructure
* The university has a good campus with a large garden, sports complex, convention hall, main canteen, and many other facilities.
* The department has 4 classrooms, 2 theater halls, 7 labs, and an open amphitheater.
* All labs are air-conditioned and equipped with HP desktops and Wi-Fi.
* The library has all the reference books needed for the course and provides access to desktops and Wi-Fi.
* The hostel mess doesn't serve good food, but students can eat out or opt for a hostel meal plan.
* Facilities like washing machines, dryers, and laundry services are available in the hostel.

Faculty and Curriculum
* The faculty is highly qualified and supportive.
* The course curriculum is relevant and prepares students for industry requirements.
* However, some students feel that the curriculum needs improvement and is somewhat outdated.
* Practical research opportunities are limited, and students may need to look for external projects.

Overall Experience
* Students describe the atmosphere as "very free" with minimal restrictions.
* Extracurricular activities are scarce due to the semester system.
* Festivals are celebrated by students, and the department occasionally hosts events and talks.
* The university has a strong focus on academics, with a high emphasis on attendance (75%).

While M.Sc. at VNSGU Surat has its pros and cons, overall, it seems to be a decent option for those interested in the field. With a good placement record, supportive faculty, and suitable facilities, students can expect a solid foundation for their careers. However, improvements in the curriculum and practical research opportunities would benefit the programme further.

Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU) hasn't released any dates related to the BSc admission. The BSc admission portal is open for the academic year 2024. Interested candidates can visit the official website to apply. BSc admission is merit-based. Candidates just have to qualify the BSc eligibility criteria:

Eligibility Criteria: Class 12 with 45% aggregate from a recognised board

Selection Criteria: Merit-based