M.A. in English 

offered by Vidyasagar University

Vidyasagar University offers MA course across 10 specialisations. These are Bengali, Hindi, Political Science, Sanskrit, History, English, Santali, Economics, Philosophy and Sociology.

Vidyasagar University admission is open. Admission to various UG and PG courses at VU is merit-based. Students' selection is based on students performance in their previous qualifying exam. For a few courses such as MCA and MBA, students need to qualify for JECA and CAT, respectively. The university offers various UG, PG and Doctoral level courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, MA, MSc, MCA, etc. Eligible candidates can register online by visiting the official website of the University.

Admission to all Vidyasagar University courses (UG, PG, integrated, Diploma and others) is both merit and entrance-based for specific courses. Students' selection is based on students performance in their previous qualifying exam Eligible candidates can register online by visiting the official website of the University. The following table mentions the eligibility, selection & fee for some of the popular UG, PG and doctoral-level programmes:

Popular Courses	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
MBA	Bachelor's Degree with 50% aggregate	XAT/ CAT//XAT/ ATMA/CMAT and GD and PI
BSc	Twelve years of school education with 45% aggregate	Merit-based
MA	Bachelor's Degree with 45% aggregate	Merit-based
MSc	Bachelor's Degree with 45% aggregate	Merit-based
MCA	Bachelor's Degree with 45% aggregate	JECA
LLM	Bachelor's Degree with 50% aggregate	Merit-based

{Source: M.A. students & alumni}

M.A. at Vidyasagar University: Is it Worth the Investment?

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

Placement Record:
* 70%-80% of students secure placements (average)
* the highest package: INR 9 LPA (approx.)
* Average package: INR 6.5 LPA (approx.)
* Top companies: TCS, AXIS Bank, Private Colleges, HDFC Bank, etc.
* Almost all students get an internship

Faculty and Teaching Quality:
* Faculty members are knowledgeable and supportive
* Teaching quality is good
* Curriculum is comprehensive and relevant
* Students receive regular updates and guidance

Infrastructure:
* Well-equipped classrooms and laboratories
* Resourceful library with a vast collection of books
* Accessible Wi-Fi and computer facilities
* Decent hostel facilities with basic amenities
* Mess and canteen provide a variety of food options

Overall Assessment:
* Vidyasagar University provides a good return on investment for M.A. courses, considering the placement record and faculty support
* Infrastructure and facilities are decent, with room for improvement
* Students appreciate the teaching quality and guidance provided by faculty members

While individual experiences may vary, these findings suggest that pursuing an M.A. at Vidyasagar University can be a worthwhile investment, particularly in terms of placement prospects and faculty support. However, it's essential to weigh these factors against personal goals and aspirations before making a decision.

 In order to get admission to MSc at Vidyasagar University, students first need to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria. As per the next step, they need to fill an online application form by visiting the university's official website, along with submitting an application fee and relevant documents.