M.A. in Sociology 

at Vidyasagar University, Midnapore

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

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
To check out the admission process for other UG & PG courses,  make your course selection here

Vidyasagar University accepts national-level entrance exams such as MAT/ CAT/ XAT/ ATMA/ CMAT, etc., for admission to its MBA programme. MBA is offered via the university’s affiliated colleges as well. Candidates must qualify the eligibility criteria too, i.e., bachelor's degree with 45% aggregate. Interested candidates must fill out the online/offline application form and appear for the group discussion/ personal interview conducted by the university. MBA is also offered via the affiliating colleges of Vidyasagar University.

To get admissionn in Vidyasagar College candidates can follow below mentioned steps:

Step 1: Application Process

Candidates must fill out the application only in online mode by visiting the university's official website.The applicants have to fill in the form with their personal details, and academic details and upload the scanned copy (s) of all the mark sheets & certificates, photos, and signatures. While submitting the application form, pay the application fee as well.

Step 2: Selecting candidates via Merit Lists

The university releases its merit lists of the shortlisted candidates for various courses. Once the application form is submitted, it will be scrutinized and shortlisted based on the eligibility criteria, academic performance, valid national-level exam score, etc.

Step 3: Document Submission & Fee Payment

Once the selection process is completed, students need to submit their documents for verification and pay the course fee within a stipulated time.

Vidyasagar University offers certificate which have been approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The courses are offered as credit-based and practicals covering the concepts of entrepreneurship, evolution and growth of entrepreneurship in India. The University mainly offers five certificate courses:

• Certificate Course in Entrepreneurship Development
• Certificate Course in Beekeeping & Management
• Certificate Course in Dietetics
• Certificate Course in Sales and Marketing
• Certificate Course in Mushroom Cultivation and Processing

There are theory and practical exams held at Vidyasagar University. To clear the Vidyasagar University semester exams, students must pass in both practical as well as theory exams. If a student fails in any one of the subjects, he/she will surely have to reappear for the exam. Students will have to score minimum of 40% marks in aggregate to pass the Vidyasagar University semester exams. The passing marks change every year so keep visiting the official website for updated information. 

Vidyasagar University's Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) pg course in commerce, arts, and science. The admission to VU DDE courses is fully online. Candidates have to visit DDE website and click on the admission link and download the application form. Filled application form along with the course fees to be submitted as a SCANNED COPY through email tech.dde@mail.vidyasagar.ac.in and also directed to submit the HARD COPY to the office at the University.

 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.

The cost of certificate course at Vidyasagar University is around INR 3.6 Lacs - INR 7 lakh. The certificate course programme is offered in the university campus and via its affiliation colleges as well. The fee might differ from college to college. Candidates might have to pay another one-time fee at the time of admission. The fee is sourced from various sources. Hence, its indicative.

{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.