M.A. in Education 

at Visva Bharati University, West Bengal - Other

Dear aspirant, Glad to meet you. fee structure at Visva Bharati University for M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication: INR 47,000 TOTAL FEES. Visva Bharati University is a Government University in Santiniketan, West Bengal. Admissions will be granted on the basis of merit in the Common University Entrance Test. Candidates seeking admission to the UG courses have to appear for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG 2022). CUET UG 2022 Phase 2 exam, which was earlier scheduled to be conducted from August 12 to August 14, will now be conducted from August 24 to August 28. Admit cards for the same will be released soon on the official website - cuet.samarth.ac.in. CUET UG 2022 Phase 3 exam will be conducted as per the earlier schedule on August 17, 18, and August 20, 2022.

Visva Bharati University offers MA programme across 27 specialisations via its Bhasha- Bhavana (Institute of Languages, Literature and Culture), Vidya Bhavana (Institute of Humanities & Social Sciences), Palli Samgathana Vibhaga (Institute of Rural Reconstruction) and Vinaya Bhavana (Institute of Education). Admission to all these is subject to merit in the last qualifying exams, i.e. UG degree except for ‘Comparative Literature’ and ‘Education’ specialisation.

While direct admission to Visva Bharati University for UG, PG, Certificate, and Diploma courses is possible, it's primarily based on CUET scores. Although not mandatory for all programs, a CUET-UG score is required for UG courses, along with a foundational understanding of the desired subject area for admission consideration.

Now admission at Visva Bharati University to UG, PG, Certificate, and Diploma courses will be based on CUET. It is not mandatory. However, for UG courses, a CUET-UG score is mandatory to take admission. For courses like BA (Hons) students shall have CUET + Departmental Entrance Test (DET) with a 50:50 ratio with equal weightage for admissions.

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Question: Is Visva Bharati University good for M.Sc?

Summary:

Visva Bharati University offers an M.Sc programme with various specializations. Here's what current students and alumni have shared about the university:

Teaching Quality:
* Teachers are well-educated and helpful.
* Teaching quality is good, with interactive classes.
* Some teachers might not be suitable for teaching, but they're qualified.
* The course curriculum is relevant and prepares students for the future.

Research Opportunities:
* Students get ample opportunities to engage in research projects.
* Summer research work is mandatory for M.Sc students.
* Many students pursue PhD from renowned universities after completing M.Sc.

Placement Records:
* Average placement record is around 70%.
* the highest package offered is INR5.2 LPA, and the lowest is INR1.2 LPA.
* Many students opt for government jobs, with salaries ranging from INR10,000 to INR35,000 per month.
* Some students secure international internships and higher education opportunities.

Facilities:
* Infrastructure is good, with a vast campus area and preserved historical structures.
* Central library and departmental libraries are well-stocked and well-maintained.
* Wi-Fi and laboratory facilities are available.

Campus Life:
* Campus life is vibrant, with regular cultural events and festivals.
* Extracurricular activities include yoga, athletics, and language learning.
* Hostels offer comfortable living spaces with modern amenities.

Overall, Visva Bharati University seems to be a good choice for M.Sc aspirants looking for a strong research focus, supportive teachers, and good placement records. While some areas might require improvement, the university's emphasis on industry readiness and extra-curricular activities makes it an attractive option.

Admission to the UG programmes will be done through the entrance test called CUET in Visva Bharati University, and admissions to postgraduate programmes will be done on the performance of the candidates in the entrance examination. Given below is the application process for the Visva Bharati University West Bengal for the year 2024:

• Candidates who are interested in applying at the Visva Bharati University, West Bengal should visit the online application system of the Visva Bharati University, West Bengal which is visvabharatiadmission.samarth.edu.in
• Candidates can fill out the application form
• Candidates are then required to upload the latest scanned passport–size photo and their signature
• Then, candidates are required to pay the application fees

Visva Bharati is one of the prestigious universities in West Bengal. It has been founded by Rabindranath Tagore. By the Act of Parliament, it has been declared an Institute of National Importance. Visva Bharati University has been ranked among the top 100 universities in India for the past three years by NIRF. Tabulated below is the list of rankings awarded to Visva Bharati University:

Ranking Body	Category	Rankings
NIRF 2022	University	98
NIRF 2021	University	64
NIRF 2021	Overall	97
NIRF 2020	Overall	69
NIRF 2020	University	50

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2025 registration will commence in the last week of February 2025. NTA will release the CUET 2025 notification. Soon after the release of the notification, the CUET registration 2025 process will commence online at cuetug-ac.ntaonline.in. Candidates willing to appear for the CUET 2025 exam must ensure that they fill out the application form online. CUET 2025 registration will end in the first week of April 2025. Further to the last date, candidates will not be able to fill out the CUET application form. No request for extension of CUET registration until the last date will be entertained.

Before filling out the application form, candidates must ensure they fulfil the prescribed CUET eligibility criteria to qualify for the entrance exam. 

The CUET 2024 result is scheduled to be declared tentatively by June 30, 2024, and will be accessible online on the offical website. Candidates can log in using their application number and date of birth/password to download their CUET result 2024. The NTA will release the CUET 2024 final answer key prior to the results, allowing candidates to gauge their performance and estimate their scores. Following the result announcement, CUET participating colleges/universities will release the CUET 2024 cut off. The exam was conducted in hybrid mode from May 15 to May 24, 2024. Last year, a substantial number of candidates appeared for the CUET 2023 (UG) exam, indicating continued interest and participation in this competitive entrance examination.

According to the Shiksha verified reviews of students and alumni of BA courses ar VBU, claimed that mostly the students who have completed their degree in foreign languages are likely to get good placements, some of the names of the companies mentioned in their reviews are:

• Amazon
• Flipkart 
• TCS
• Accenture
• Shraddha Classes
• Teachers, and professors