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From the Desk of the Vice ChanceIIor
Welcome to Bharathiar University, named after the revolutionary national poet Subramaniya Bharathi
who,through his poetry, ignited the human mind and widened its horizons. Bharathiar University has been
offering quality learning and research experience to its students for the past 31 years. The university has
excelled in all facets of higher education - Teaching-learning, Research and Extension. am proud that our
university is reaccredited with 'A Grade' by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
Our motto 'Educate to Elevate' has steered all our services towards learner-centered approach. We inculcate
knowledge, skills and attitude to build innovative minds for national empowerment. The curriculum cultivates
idealistic and social aspects to give holistic understanding of our living environment. This university is a good
platform for talented and ambitious young generation to strengthen their integrity, excellence, accountability,
respect and service.
Teaching apart, the University is research-intense and has patents and numerous international publications to
its credit. t offers you a functional blend of scientific temper and creative practices as equal emphasis is given to
Science, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences and Management. Students from various states and different
countries create a culturally diverse campus. Further, this balanced atmosphere provides opportunities to
participate in collaboration and exchange programs organized with various universities abroad.
The departments are packed with busy schedules of lectures, sport and social activities that will augment
learning experience. The university is equipped with State-of-the-art laboratories, smart classrooms, 24 hours
internet, indoor stadium, bank, shops, canteen, post office, and hostels, to enhance your knowledge and skills
nnovation in curricular activities is a continuous process that ensures employment opportunities through our
regular placement procedures.
Calm, quiet and the serene campus beckons you to be a beneficiary of the vibrant, dynamic and focused
learning process designed and implemented by a team of motivated, committed and talented members of the
faculty. The trees, breeze, the peacock calls and bird songs combine to have a soothing influence on one's
mind.
This prospectus for academic year 2014-15 offers you with valuable information about the courses and an
insight into the university experience. extend a warm welcome, to the new students who are becoming part of
the Bharathiar University family, to join with an extraordinary community of learners, researchers and teachers.
Vice Chancellor
Prof. Dr. G. James Pitchai
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ProfiIe
The Bharathiar University, named after the great visionary and a revolutionary National Poet,
Subramania Bharathi was established in Coimbatore at the foothills of Maruthamalai by the
Government of Tamilnadu in February 1982, with jurisdiction over the districts of Coimbatore,
Erode, Tiruppur and The Nilgiris. This University is the off spring of the world renowned
University of Madras. `
This University has its principles enshrined with the lofty motto "Educate to EIevate". Every
effort is harnessed to realize the dreams of the poet of making Educational institutions a temple
of learning. lt is the aim of the University to participate in the task of inculcating necessary
knowledge, skills and creative attitudes and values among the youth of this country, to contribute
more effectively towards establishing an equitable social and economic order and the secular
ideals of our Nation.
lt is located in a sprawling area of about 1000 acres free from pollution, 12 kms. away from the
Coimbatore city. The atmosphere is quite serene and ideal for intellectual pursuits. The campus
has a number of well-designed buildings which house various teaching and research schools,
library, nternet centre, administrative offices, hostels and canteens, etc.,
The University is an affiliating type, recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), a
member of the Association of ndian Universities (AU) and Common Wealth Universities. At
present 108 Colleges are affiliated to it. This includes 22 Autonomous colleges, 12 Management
nstitutions, 96 Arts & Science colleges (19 Women's colleges, 85 Co-educational colleges, and
4 men's colleges) including one Airforce Administrative College and two constituent Colleges
and PG Study Centre.
This University has 35 Departments in the campus, dedicated to teaching and research including
13 Schools and a School of Distance Education. All Schools/ Departments are manned by highly
qualified and well-experienced faculty members.
Vision
Our vision is to provide internationally comparable quality higher
education to the youth. The aim is not only focused on imparting
subject knowledge and skills, but also to mould the students with
better conduct and character committed to the societal needs and
national development. Enshrined with the motto "Educate to
Elevate the University strives to realize the vision of ndia and excel
in promoting and protecting the rich heritage of our past and
the secular ideals of the nation.
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Mission
The University's mission is "To be innovative, inclusive and international University; committed to
excellence in teaching research and knowledge transfer and to serve the social, cultural and economic
needs of the nation".
To innovate and offer educational programmes in various disciplines with synergistic interaction with the
industry and society.
To impart knowledge and skills to students equipping them to be ready to face the emerging challenges
of the knowledge era.
To provide equal opportunity to women students and prepare them to be equal partners in meeting the
scientific and technological demands of the nation.
To contribute to the advancement of knowledge through applied research leading to newer products and
processes.
To prepare the students to work for societal transformation with commitment to justice and quality.
Your reasons for preferring Bharathiar University
Re-accredited with 'A' Grade by NAAC with a CGPA3.02
Ranked as the Second best Arts and Science University in !ndia by Times of lndia
Programmes with strong career focus.
Collaboration with industry and national research laboratories.
Applied research focused on developing innovative processes and products.
!nnovative new programmes.
Highly student centered
Courses on Choice Based Credit System
Sprawling 1000 acres pollution free campus dotted by Western Ghats.
Academics with international competence.
Centre of professional research in Arts, Science, Social Science, Commerce, Education and Nanagement
disciplines.
Central library with more than 1,S0,000 books and documents and 2S0 national and international
journals.
Good infrastructure
Broad band internet connectivity.
!ndoor stadium and play fields
Physical fitness centre and Health centre
Bank, ATNs
Travel Desk, Post office, Canteens, Saloon, Stationery Shop etc.,
COURSES OFFERED, SANCTIONED
STRENGTH & ELIGIBILITY
(The number in brackets indicate the sanctioned strength)
I. SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS
1. M.Sc. Mathematics {30)
A pass in B.Sc. Nathematics of Bharathiar University or any other University recognized by the
Bharathiar University or equivalent thereof. (or) A pass in B.Sc Nathamatics with Computer
Applications of Bharathiar University or any other University recognized by the Bharathair University
or equivalent thereof.
2. M.Sc. Mathematics with Computer Applications {40)
A pass in B.Sc. Nathematics or Nathematics with Computer Applications from any recongized
University approved by UGC.
3. M.Sc. Statistics {40)
A pass in B.Sc. Statistics, B.Sc. Nathematics, B.Sc. Nathematics with Computer Applications along
with Statistics as one of the papers.
4. M.Sc. Statistics with Computer Applications {30)
A pass in B.Sc. Statistics f B.Sc. Nathematics f Naths with CA, B.Sc. Computer Science f B.C.A. with
Statistics as one of the papers.
II. SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES
5. M.Sc. Physics {20)
A pass in B.Sc. Physics with Nathematics and Chemistry f Computer Applications as ancillary
subjects.
6. M.Sc. Medical Physics {16)
A pass in B.Sc. Physics with Nathematics and Chemistry as ancillary subjects.
{I) Department of Mathematics
{ii) Department of Applied Mathematics
{iii) Department of Statistics
{iv) Department of Physics
{v) Department of Medical Physics
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*7. P.G. Diploma in Nanotechnology {16)
A Pass in N.Sc. Physics f Chemistry f Life Sciences f Environmental Sciences f Bioinformatics f
Biotechnology.
S. M.Sc. Nanoscience and Technology {20)
A pass in B.Sc. Physics f B.Sc. Chemistry f Bio-Technology f Bio Chemistry f Nicrobiology and with
Nathematics as one of the subjects atleast at the +2 level.
9. M.Sc. Electronics and Instrumentation {60)
A pass in B.Sc. Electronics f !ndustrial Electronics f Electronic Science f Electronics and
Communication Systems f Physics f Applied Science f Computer Science f BCA f B.Sc. Hons f B.Sc.
Electrical Equipment Naintenance, !nstrumentation f B.E.S.
III. SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL SCIENCES
10. M.Sc. Chemistry {16)
A pass in B.Sc. Chemistry with Nathematics f Physics as one of the ancillary subject.
11. M.Sc. Chemistry {16) {Differential fee Structure)
A pass in B.Sc. Chemistry with Nathematics f Physics as one of the ancillary subject.
IV. SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES
12. M.Sc. Zoology {25)
A pass in B.Sc. Zoology f Advanced Zoology f Applied Zoology f Life Sciences f Animal Science and
Biotechnology f Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology f B.v.Sc.
*13. M.Sc. Animal Biotechnology {20)
A pass in B.Sc. in Zoology f Biotechnology f Biochemistry f Bioinformatics f Nicrobiology f Genetics f
Environmental Science f Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology f Applied Zoology f Animal Science
and Biotechnology f Life Sciences f Environmental Zoology f B.v.Sc.
14. M.Sc. Human Genetics and Molecular Biology {25)
A pass in B.Sc. in Zoology f Animal Sciences f Advanced Zoology f Applied Zoology f Animal Science
and Biotechnology f Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology f Life Sciences f Nicrobiology f
Biochemistry f Biotechnology f Genetics f B.E.fB.Tech. Biotechnology f B.Tech. Genetic Engineering f
!ndustrial Biotechnology f Agricultural Biotechnology.
{vi) Department of Nanoscience and Technology
{vii)Department of Electronics and Instrumentation
{viii)Department of Chemistry
{ix) Department of Zoology
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{x) Department of Bioinformatics
{xi) Department of Environmental Sciences
{xii)Department of Botany
{xiii) Department of Textile and Apparel Design
{xiv) Department of Bio Technology
{xv) Department of Microbial Bio Technology
15. M.Sc. Bioinformatics {20)*
A pass in B.Sc., B.Tech all Science discipline, B.v.Sc., N.B.B.S. and B.D.S.
*16. P.G. Diploma in Cheminformatics {15)
A pass in any one of the following degree courses of UGC recognized Universities with B.Sc. Bio
Chemistry f B.Sc. Agriculture f Animal Biotechnology f Animal Science f Applied science f
Bioinformatics f Biology f Biotechnology f Botany f Chemistry f Computer Applications f Computer
Science f Electronics f Environmental Sciences f Food Science f Forestry f Horticulture f !nformation
Technology f Naths f Nedical Science f NBBS f BDS f BvSC f Nicrobiology f Pharmacy f Physics f
Plant Biotechnolgoy f Plant Science f Statistics f Zoology.
17. M.Sc. Environmental Sciences {25)
The candidate should have passed B.Sc. degree in Science of Bharathiar University or from any other
recognised University as equivalent thereof.
1S. M.Sc. Botany {20)
A pass in B.Sc. Botany f Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology f Plant Science from any recognised
University approved by UGC
19. M.Sc. Textiles and Apparel Design {25)
A Pass in B.Sc. Costume Design and Fashion f B.Sc. Textile and Apparel Design f B.Tech. Textile
Technology f B.Sc. Apparel Production Technology f B.Sc. Fashion Technology
Any degree relates to Textile Technology or Fashion
V. SCHOOL OF BIO TECHNOLOGY & GENETIC ENGINEERING
20. M.Sc. Bio Technology {25)
A pass in UG Degree with 60 in any life sciences (10+2+3 years of study).
21. M.Sc. Industrial Bio Technology {20)
A pass in any one of the following Degree Courses of UGC recognised Universities. B.Sc. Agriculture f
Animal Biotechnology f Nicrobiology f Animal Sciences f Applied Science f B.Tech. - Biotech f
Biochemistry f Bio informatics f Biology f Biotechnology f Botany f Environmental Science f Food and
Nutrition Science f Nedical Sciences - N.B.B.S., f BDS f B.v.Sc. and B.Sc. Nicrobiology f Pharmacy f
Plant Biotechnology f Plant Science f Zoology f Biochemistry f Plant Biology f Plant Nolecular Biology
and Biotechnology.
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VI. SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
22. M.Sc. Computer Science {40)
A pass in B.Sc. Computer Science f BCA f B.Sc. (CT), B.Sc. (!T), B.Sc. Software systems.
23. M.Sc. Information Technology {40)
A pass in B.Sc. Computer Science f BCA f B.Sc. (CT), B.Sc. (!T). B.Sc. !nformation Science f B.S.
!nformation Systems f B.Sc. Applied Science.
24. M.C.A. {60)
25. M.C.A. {60) {Differential Fee Structure) J MCA {Lateral Entry)
(Separate advertisement and prospectus will be issued)
VII. SCHOOL OF TAMIL & OTHER INDIAN LANGUAGES
26. M.A. Tamilology {40)
Any UG degree with Part ! Tamil with S0 f BA Tamil or B.Litt. Tamil
VIII. SCHOOL OF ENGLISH & OTHER FOREIGN LANGUAGES
27. M.A. Linguistics {20)
A pass in any UG degree recognised by UGC
2S. M.A. English Literature {40)
B.A. English Literature f Any graduate who must have done two papers in English under the non
semester system or + papers in English under the semester system.
For Chinese Students : A four year UG programme in China with English as major or a three years
diploma in China plus a one year UG programme in any of the recognized Universities.
*29. P.G. Diploma in French {20)
A pass in any UG Degree
*30. P.G. Diploma in German {20)
A pass in any UG Degree
{xvi) Department of Computer Science
{xvii) Department of Information Technology
{xviii) Department of Computer Applications
{xix) Department of Tamil
{xx) Department of Linguistics
{xxi) Department of English and Foreign Languages
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IX. SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS
31. M.A. Economics {60)
Any graudate with Economics f Econometrics f Nathematics f Statistics f Business Economics f
Commerce f Nanagement as one of the papers.
32. M.Sc. Econometrics {20)
Any graduate of recognized University with Nathematics f Statistics f Economics f Econometrics as
one of the subjects of study.
X. SCHOOL OF COMMERCE
33. M.Com. Finance and Computer Applications {30)
A graduate in Commerce f Business Nanagement f Administration f Bank Nanagement f Corporate
Secretaryship f Commerce 8 Computer Applications f Business Nanagement Administration 8
Computer Applications f Commerce 8 E-Commerce or an equivalent qualification B.A. Co-op f B.Com.
Co-op B.Com with !nformation Technology f Computer Engineering f !nformation Science or an
equivalent qualification.
34. M.Com. Finance and Accounting {30)
A pass in B.Com. f B.Com., (CA) f B.Com.(e-Com.) f BBA f BBN f BBAfBBN(CA) f BCS f BCS(CA) f
B.Com.(Corporate Secretaryship) f B.A. (Corporate Secretaryship) fB.Com. Corporate Secretaryship
f B.A. Corporate Secretaryship (CA).
XI. SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
*35. M.Sc. Educational Communication {20)
A pass in any UG Degree from recognized University.
36. Department of Education {35)
N.Ed., - A pass in B.Ed., Degree from any recognized University.
37. MJMC - Master of Journalism & Mass Communication {30)
A Pass in any UG Degree from recognized University.
{xxii) Department of Economics
{xxiii) Department of Econometrics
{xxiv) Department of Commerce
{xxv) Department of Finance and Accounting
{xxvi) Department of Educational Technology
{xxvii)Department of Communication & Media Studies
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{xxviii) Department of Extension, Career Guidance and Students Welfare
{xxix) Department of Physical Education
{xxx) Department of Social Work
{xxxi) Department of Psychology
{xxxii) Department of Sociology & Population Studies
{xxxiii) Department of Women Studies
*3S. M.A. Career Guidance {30)
A pass in any UG Degree from recognized University.
*39. B.P.Ed. {One Year) {100)
Any degree from recognized University with minimum inter collegiate representation.
*40. M.P.Ed. {50)
A pass in B.P.E.S., (or) B.P.Ed.
XII. SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
41. M.S.W. Master of Social Work {40)
A Pass in any UG degree from recognized University.
42. M.Sc. Applied Psychology {60)
A pass in UG degree in Psychology or any other Arts f social science subjects. *
*43. M.A. Sociology {20)
A pass in any UG Degree from recognized University.
44. M.A. Population Studies {20)
A pass in any UG Degree from recognized University. *
45. M.A. Women Studies {20)
A pass in any UG Degree from recognized University.
XIII. BHARATHIAR SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT AND
ENTREPRENEUR DEVELOPMENT {BSMED)
46. M.B.A. {60)
47. M.B.A. {60) {Differential Fee Structure)
(Separate advertisement and prospectus will be issued)
* As per the Syndicate resolution No. 3 under `other !tem' dated 10.3.2013 these courses will be offered
only when there is required response.
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Other Fee - Details
Particulars Rs.
Admission Fee (One time) 60
Registration (Onetime) 120
Natricula Fee* (One time) 60
Recognition Fee* (One time) 390
Administrative Fee (Rs. 60f- per year 2x60) (Onetime) 120
Placement Fee (Onetime) 600
Caution Deposit (Refundable) 1200
Library Fee (Per year) 360
Sports Fee (For all Full Time Courses) (Per year) 60
!nternet 8 lD Card Fee . (Per year) 1000
Students Welfare Fund (Per year) 120
!nsurance (Per Year) 80
Total Amount for other University students 4170
Total Amount for Bharathiar University students 3720
* Applicable to other than Bharathiar University candidates
Hostel Fee : 1. Hostel Deposit Rs. 8S00f- (Refundable); Application Fee Rs.10f-
2. Room Rent Rs. 210f- Per month
Other charges like Electricity, Water etc., will be separate. Ness facilities are also available on dividing basis.
All the above fee are subject to change without any notice
Candidates who will be completing their degree programmes during April J May 2014
examinations are also eligible to apply for admission, the applicants will be provisionally
admitted to the courses based on their performance in the entrance test {if applicable) and {or) in
qualifying examination {UG degree course) upto V semester J ll year {for non semester courses).
However, their admissions will be confirmed only if they successfully complete the programme
and satisfy the above eligibility conditions before the commencement of classes.
The candidates should have completed 10+2+3J11+1+3 {15) years of study before admission to
the Post Graduate and PG Diploma courses offered by this university.
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REFUND OF FEES
FEES ONCE PAID WILL NOT BE REFUNDED UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, EVEN IF THE CANDIDATES
WOULD NOT ATTEND THE CLASSES. ONLY
CAUTION DEPOSIT IS REFUNDABLE.
Candidates desirous of obtaining admission into the PG DegreefPG diploma courses offered in the University
Departments should apply for the same in the prescribed application form which are available in the Bharathiar
University, at a cost of Rs. 300f- to be remitted by a Bank of !ndia Challan (into the Genral fund Account of Bharathiar
University) or a demand draft of any Nationalised Bank, drawn in favour of the Registrar, Bharathiar University
payable at Coimbatore. SCfST candidates have to pay only Rs. 1S0f-provided they produce an attested Photo copy of
hisfher community certificate along with the request for application. The candidates shall send a self addressed
envelope (28 x 13 cms) affixing Rs. 6Of- stamp along with a request. Applicants can also download the application
form from the web site www.b-u.ac.in and submit the application along with a DD for Rs. 300f- as Registration fee
(Rs. 1S0 f- for SC f ST candidates) by means of a Demand Draft drawn in favour of The Registrar, Bharathiar
University payable at Coimbatore.
The application form and the hall-ticket, shall be completed in all respects and sent to Professor and Head,
Department of ............... Bharathiar University Coimbatore - 641 046 on or before 15.05.2014. The
applications shall not be sent to the Registrar. Applications received after the due date will be rejected.
Students can apply for various courses through online also. However fee in this regard will be accepted only through
Bank draft or Bank of lndia challan as indicated above. For further details refer our website : www.b-u.ac.in.
For Online registration please visit our website :www.b-u.ac.in, click PG Courses Online registration in the Home page
(The above procedure does not apply for N.B.A. and N.C.A. degree courses offered in the University Department and
for all courses offered by the School of Distance Education).
Candidates who are eligible and willing to apply for admission to more than one PG degree and PG diploma courses
shall submit separate applications for each and every course. Application made for admission to one course will not
be considered for any other course.
The application should be accompanied with attested Xerox copies ofthe following certificates.
1. SSLC Nark Sheet S. Provisional f Degree Certificate (if already qualified for degree)
2. HSC Nark Sheet 6. Certificate of extra-curricular activities, if any.
3. Degree Nark Sheets 7. Certificate of Physical disablement (for disabled students)
+. Community Certificate
Selection Procedure for admission by Entrance Test
The selection will be based on the marks scored by the candidates in the entrance test and the average of Narks
secured by them upto Sth Semesterf ll year of their UG degree course of study. For other courses direct admissions
are planned.
PROCEDURE FOR SECURING ADMISSION
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The weightage will be as follows:
!. Entrance Test 60 marks
!!. UG Course of study (upto v Sem. f ll year) +0 marks
100 marks
The total marks scored upto Sth semester of study (if it is semester pattern) or upto ll year of study (if it is annual
pattern) in the UG degree course in all subjects other than i) part l f ll Languages and ii) subjects like General
Knowledge, NSS, irrespective of the candidate appearing for April 2013 examinations or already qualified for the
award of degree, shall be reduced to +0 marks. lf a candidate has failed in some subjects upto v semesterf ! year as
the case may be, as on date of application, the marks secured in all subjects (passed and failed) shall be taken to
arrive at the total marks scored.
The question paper for the entrance test shall consist of 60 Objective type questions giving + choices to choose
among, carrying 1 (one) mark each and the duration of the test will be 90 minutes.
Hall- tickets containing the date, time and venue of the entrance test will be sent to the candidates by the respective
HODs by certificate of postings so as to reach the candidates atleast S days before the date of entrance test.
Candidates who do not receive the hall-tickets in time may contact the respective HODs and obtain the same.
Provisional list of selected, wait listed candidates will be put up in the notice boards of the respective departments
within fifteen days after the date of entrance test.
The selected candidates shall be required to surrender their original Transfer Certificate, Conduct Certificate
Community Certificate, Nark sheets, (SSLC, HSC, Degree) Provisional f Degree Certificates and a set attested Xerox
copies of all the certificates and remit the prescribed fee on or before the last date indicated in their admission card.
Free Education Scheme {FES)
Free Education Scheme offered by this University enables Free Education to the poor and meritorious student. !t is
offered to one candidate from each department, admitted into various courses of this University. Parents income
should not exceed Rs. 30,000f- p.a. The selection will be based on the family income and academic performance.
Such students are eligible to apply for free education.
All the fee, boarding and lodging are borne by the University for the students selected under FES.
Applicants not getting admission in one department can transfer their applications to other
departments where seats are available with the permission of the Registrar. However such transferers
will be ranked after original applicants in the selection process.
The last date for receipt of filled in application is 15.05.2014 by 5.00 pm.
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01. SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS
(i) Department of Applied Nathematics
1. N.Sc. Nathematics with Computer Applications
(ii) Department of Statistics
2. N.Sc. Statistics
3. N.Sc. Statistics with Computer Applications
02. SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES
(iii) Department of Physics
+. P.G. Diploma in Nanotechnology
(iv) Department of Electronics and !nstrumentation
S. N.Sc. Electronics and !nstrumentation
03. SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES
(v) Department of Bioinformatics
6. N.Sc. Bioinformatics
7. P.G. Diploma in Cheminformatics
(vi) Department of Botany
8. N.Sc. Bontany
04. SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(vii) Department of Computer Science
9. N.Sc. Computer Science
(viii) Department of !nformation Technology
10. N.Sc. !nformation Technology
Direct Admission
For the following courses, provisional admissions will be made directly based on the academic
performance in Under Graduate Courses. However, in case of large number of applications, the
University reserves the right to conduct entrance examination or counselling.
05. SCHOOL OF TAMIL & OTHER INDIAN LANGUAGES
(ix) Department of Tamil
11. N.A. Tamilology
06. SCHOOL OF ENGLISH & OTHER FOREIGN LANGUAGES
(x) Department of Linguistics
12. N.A. Linguisitcs
(xi) Department of English and Foreign Languages
13. P.G. Diploma in French
1+. P.G. Diploma in German
07. SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS
(xii) Department of Economics
1S. N.A. Economics
(xiii) Department of Econometrics
16. N.Sc. Econometrics
0S. SCHOOL OF COMMERCE
(xiv) Department of Commerce
17. N.Com. Finance 8 Computer Applications
(xv) Department of Finance and Accounting
18. N.Com (Finance and Accounting)
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Direct Admission :
For the following courses, provisional admissions will be made directly based on the academic
performance in Under graduate courses. However, in case of large number of applications, the
University reserves the right to conduct entrance examination or counselling.
Admission by Entrance Test
For the Following courses admission will be made based on the Entrance test and marks secured
in UG courses as indicated earlier.
09. SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
(xvi) Department of Educational Technology
19. N.Sc. Educational Communication
20. N.Ed.
(xvii) Department of Communication 8 Nedia Studies
21. NJNC - Naster of Journalism 8 Nass
Communication
(xviii) Department of Extension,
Career Guidance and Students Welfare
22. N.A. Career Guidance
01. SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS
(i) Department of Nathematics
1. N.Sc. Nathematics
02. SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES
(ii) Department of Physics
2. N.Sc. Physics
(iii) Department of Nedical Physics
3. N.Sc. Nedical Physics
(iv) Department of Nanoscience and Technology
+. N.Sc. Nano Science and Technology
03. SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL SCIENCES
(v) Department of Chemistry
S. N.Sc. Chemistry
04. SCHOOL FLIFE SCIENCES
(vi) Department of Zoology
6. N.Sc. Zoology
7. N.Sc. Animal Biotechnology
8. N.Sc. Human Genetics 8 Nolecular Biology
(vii) Department of Botany
9. N.Sc. Botany
(viii) Department of Environmental Science
10. N.Sc. Environmental Science
05. SCHOOL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY &
GENETIC ENGINEERING
(ix) Department of Bio-Technology
11. N.Sc. BioTechnology
(x) Department of Nicrobial Bio-Technolgoy
12. N.Sc. !ndustrial Bio-Technology
06. SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
(xi) Department of Physical Education
13. B.P.Ed. (One year)
1+. N.P.Ed.
07.SCHOOL OF ENGLISH & OTHER FOREIGN
LANGUAGES
(xii) Department of English and Foreign Languages
1S. N.A. English Literature
10. SCHOOL OF SOICAL SCIENCES
(xix) Department of Psychology
23. N.Sc. Applied Psychology
(xx) Department of Sociology 8 Population Studies
2+. N.A. Sociology
2S. N.A. Population Studies
(xxi) Department of Women Studies
26. N.A. Women Studies
(xxii) Department of Social Work
27. N.S.W. Naster of Social work
28. N.Sc. Textiles and Apparel Design
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02. SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES
03. SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL SCIENCES
04. SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES
{i) Department of Mathematics
1. N.Sc. Nathematics 30 9 8 1 6 S 1
{ii) Department of Applied Mathematics
2. N.Sc. Nathematics with Computer Applications +0 12 11 1 8 7 1
{iii) Department of Statistics
3. N.Sc. Statistics +0 12 11 1 8 7 1
+. N.Sc. Statistics with Computer Applications 30 9 8 1 6 S 1
{iv) Department of Physics
S. N.Sc. Physics 20 S 1 + 3 1
6. P.G. Diploma in Nanoscience and Technology 16 S + 1 3 2 1
{v) Department of Medical Physics
7. N.Sc. Nedical Physics 16 S + 1 3 2 1
{vi) Department of Nanoscience and Technology
8. N.Sc. Nanoscience and Technology 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
{vii) Department of Electronics and Instrumentation
9. N.Sc. Electronics and !nstrumentation 60 19 16 2 12 9 2
{viii) Department of Chemistry
10. N.Sc. Chemistry 16 S + 1 3 2 1
11. N.Sc. Chemistry (Differential fee structure) 16 S + 1 3 2 1
{ix) Department of Zoology
12. N.Sc. Zoology 2S 8 6 1 S + 1
13. N.Sc. Animal Biotechnology 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
1+. N.Sc. Human Genetics 8 Nolecular Biology 2S 8 6 1 S + 1
{x) Department of Bioinformatics
1S. N.Sc. Bioinformatics 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
16. P.G. Diploma in Cheminformatics 1S + + 1 3 2 1
{xi) Department of Environmental Sciences
17. N.Sc. Environmental Sciences 2S 8 6 1 S + 1
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18. N.Sc. Botany 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
{xiii) Department of Bio-Technology
19. N.Sc. Biotechnology 2S 8 6 1 S + 1
{xiv) Department of Microbial Bio-Technology
20. N.Sc. !ndustrial Biotechnology 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
{xv) Department of Computer Science
21. N.Sc. Computer Science +0 12 11 1 8 7 1
{xvi) Department of Information Technology
22. N.Sc. !nformation Technology +0 12 11 1 8 7 1
{xvii) Department of Tamil
23. N.A. Tamilology +0 12 11 1 8 7 1
{xviii) Department of Linguistics
2+. N.A. Linguistics 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
{xix) Department of English and Foreign Languages
2S. N.A. English Literature +0 12 11 1 8 7 1
26. P.G. Diploma in French 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
27. P.G. Diploma in German 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
{xx) Department of Economics
28. N.A. Economics 60 19 16 2 12 9 2
{xxi) Department of Econometrics
29. N.Sc. Econometrics 60 19 16 2 12 9 2
05 SCHOOL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
& GENETIC ENG.
06 SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
& ENGINEERING
07 SCHOOL OF TAMIL
& OTHER INDIAN LANGUAGES
0S SCHOOL OF ENGLISH & OTHER
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
09 SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS
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11 SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
12 SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
{xxii) Department of Commerce
30. N.Com. Finance 8 Computer Applications 30 9 8 1 6 S 1
{xxiii) Department of Finance and Accounting
31. N.Com. Finance and Accounting) 30 9 8 1 6 S 1
{xxiv) Department of Educational Technology
32. N.Sc. Educational Communication 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
33. N.Ed. 3S 11 9 1 7 6 1
{xxv) Department of Communication & Media Studies
3+. NJNC - Naster of Journalism 8
Nass Communication 30 9 8 1 6 S 1
(xxvi) Department of Extension, Career
Guidance and Students Welfare
3S. N.A. Career Guidance 30 9 8 1 6 S 1
{xxvii) Department of Physical Education
36. B.P.Ed. (One Year) 100 31 27 3 20 16 3
37. N.P.Ed. S0 16 13 2 10 8 1
{xxviii) Department of Social Work
38. N.S.W. Naster of Social Work +0 12 11 1 8 7 1
{xxix) Department of Psychology
39. N.Sc. Applied Psychology 60 19 16 2 12 9 2
{xxx) Department of Sociology & Population Studies
+0. N.A. Sociology 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
+1. N.A. Population Studies 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
{xxxi) Department of Women Studies
+2. N.A. Women Studies 20 6 S 1 + 3 1
+3. N.Sc. Textiels and Apparel Design 30 9 8 1 6 S 1
Further, three percent of the seats are reserved for differently abled students in all the courses. !n case there
are not enough applicants in this category seats will be allotted as per the above matrix.
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A University for the Future {Opportunities for Learning, Teaching and Assessment)
Practices
Bharathiar University has been well recognized and accepted for its modern teaching pedagogy and research
profile widely regarded as a university with a strong teaching and research profile. We provide a high level of
support for students. We value our reputation highly and zealously guard the quality of work-related practices
amongst our students. The knowledge dissemination blended with excellent process in learning and teaching is
actively encouraged. We operate a policy of peer review of teaching.
Opportunities for Learning, Resources and Computing Services
We are committed to the development of our learning and teaching environment through the provision of high
quality learning support and resources including appropriate and up-to-date information and communication
technologies.
Opportunities for Quality
Bharathiar University uses the regulatory framework, which governs the standards of courses and awards. A
system of quality assurance procedures and committees underpins the quality of all our work. We plan a
considerable emphasis on enhancing the quality of teaching and an enriching learning process. The University
has emerged with the "Choice Based Credit System". lt incorporates external examiners' reports, curriculum
review processes into the quality enhancement process. Through our evaluation processes, we aim to promote
a vibrant approach to learning and teaching.
Life at Bharathiar University
The University is located at the foot of the Narudhamalai hills about 12 kms from the Coimbatore city in a
sprawling area of about 1000 acres. The atmosphere is quite serene and ideal for intellectual pursuits. The
campus has a number of beautifully designed buildings which house various teaching and research
departments, Library, Computer centre, administrative offices, hostels, cafeteria, etc.
Student Computing Facilities
The internet centre is equiped with the latest state of the art technology with a 30 Nbps Broad band. lt has high
speed internet server, scanner, web camera, printer cum copier machines and Nultimedia accessibility. Apart
from these facilities, each department has a Broad band !nternet connectivity with LAN facility for the use of
students and faculty members. Further the University is connected with National knowledge Network.
Library and Learning Resources
The Library and Learning Resources service is located in a vast Building and plays a vital role in supporting
learning and teaching. ln an age where the amount of information available is greater and growing more rapidly
than at any time in human history, the ability to locate and make use of information is essential for success as a
student. The Library aims to provide much of the information you will need, and to equip you with the skills to
find and use it. At its core has a collection of over 1,S0,000 items covering all the subjects taught in the
University Schools. The key to the Library's collections and range of services is its catalogue, which can be
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searched using terminals in the Library, UGC - !NFONET terminals with !nternet access, the library also gives access
to a wide range of electronic resources.
Borrowing
Nost books can be borrowed for home use, but to ensure the widest possible access to books which are in heaviest
demand, such as those on reading lists, their use is normally confined to the Library. Through the !nter-Library Loan
service, books and other items can often be obtained from other libraries for use by readers. Students of the Schools
of Bharathiar University also have direct access to the Library resources of World Universities. The University Library
functions from 8.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. on all working days and from 10.00 a.m. to +.00 p.m. on weekends and public
holidays.
Departmental Libraries
Each and every department under the Schools have their own collections available for students in their specialized
area of study.
Collections
The library also has world class collections of text books and various publications of government, research
organizations and institutions, RB!, Ninistries of both centre and state chiefly focusing towards the students interest
to acquire wide knowledge.
Periodicals
The Library maintains a Periodicals collection of over 1000 titles. The most recent issues are displayed for easy
browsing and the back issues are stored in hardcopy or CDs. Nany periodicals are now also available in electronic
format, and access to these is available using a password. The Library also provides most of the major English and
Tamil daily newspapers.
Reprographic Services
The University library provides Xerox facility inside the book section for the benefit of users. The Library is fully
computerized. This is one of the few Universities in south !ndia to have facilities like CD RON section, bar-coded
facility and internet services. The library is a member of the UGC - !NFONET - consortium, whereby e-journals of
different faculties can be accessed.
Classroom Resources
The classroom Resources Collection is of special help to students, as it brings together materials for the teaching of
literacy and numeracy as well as a wide range of resources for use on student placement, including an extensive
collection of illustrations, plus CDs, DvDs and videos, together with the appropriate viewing and listening equipment.
Scholarships
A number of scholarships which include the Government of !ndia, Nerit, Backward, Nost Backward Class
Scholarships, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe Scholarships are also available to the students admitted to the
PG Degree courses. UGC Sponsored scholarships such as Single Girl Child, Rank holders, Rajiv Gandhi JRF 8 SRF etc.
are also available.
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Examinations
The university has introduced Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) for all PG degree programmes offered by the
university Departments from the academic year 2001 - 2002. lt permits the candidates to study 30 percent of
the course curriculum content offered by other departments. This scheme also permits the students to move
from one University to another University without difficulties and fall in line with most of the international
Universities.
Amenities
The University has six buses for the convenience of the staff and students. The campus is also connected with
very frequent city buses from the Coimbatore city. The University runs four hostels for boys and three
exclusively for girl students. There are well- equipped Library, Computer Centre, Health Centre and Sports
Stadium. A Post-Office, Bank, Food Court, Travel Desk, Stationery Shop and saloon are functioning in the
University Campus for the benefit of the staff and students. There are three NSS Units functioning in the
University.
Language Lab
University has modern language lab based on the Nultimedia Systems, with the following software. 1. Teacher
console for conducting programme and monitoring students and providing Online help etc. 2. English lab based
on the client server application running in LAN. 3. Career lab for teaching public speaking, facing interview,
group discussion, resume preparation, assertiveness and soft skills.
Academic Calendar
At the beginning of every academic year, students are intimated about the date of commencement of class,
intervening holidays, the last date for the payment of tuition and examination fee, the date of commencement
of examinations and the date of publication of examination results through an academic calendar.
Newsletter
Bharathiar University brings out a newsletter called "Bharathiar University Newsletter". The News Letter
publishes new developments and various curricular and co-curricular activities of the University.
Manavar Malar
The University publishes a student magazine called "Nanavar Nalar" to encourage and bring out the talents of
students in Arts, Photography, Narration etc.,
Online Services
The online services are being offered through the website of the University www.b-u.ac.in
Games and Sports
The department of Physical Education Coordinates the games and sports activities of the affiliated colleges and
provides opportunities for the students to demonstrate their competence in inter-collegiate sports meets. The
department is also responsible for selection of the University teams to participate in the All !ndia !nter-
University Tournaments, University Games and Sports Neets. Our University has facilities for games like
volleyball, Football, Hockey, Cricket and other field events with a six lane +00 metre track.
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INDOOR STADIUM
Extension Activities
With the spirit that the fruits of knowledge should reach the community at large, the University extends its
community service activities through the National Service Scheme (NSS). The NSS extends its community and
social service activities through 130 NSS units functioning in the University campus and affiliated colleges.
Nearly 1+,200 student volunteers are actively involved in social upliftment programmes. Under the agis of NSS a
Red Ribbon Club (RRC) is functioning, which creates an awareness about the A!DS and ways of preventing it.
Support Services Fitness Centre
The University Fitness Centre is functioning in the basement of the School of Distance Education Building. This
facility is open to all the staff and students. Separate sections are available for men and women. Well qualified
physical fitness instructors are available in the centre. The centre focuses its attention on maintaining and
developing physical fitness, weight reduction and body building.
Health Centre
The University Health Centre caters to the medical needs of the students and employees of the University. !t
functions daily on all working days with well experienced Doctors and Technicians.
Bharathiar Counseling Centre
The centre offers counseling services to the University students for enhancing their educational, vocational and
Personality capabilities. !t also helps students to plan their career and enrich mental health.
Hostels
Separate hostel facilities are available for women, PG students with single and twin bed rooms, solar heater,
common mess with !ndian Food, Recreation rooms, Phone facility (STD f !SO). Students who are desirous to
join the hostel shall contact the respective Warden immediately after admission.
Hostel accommodation will be subject to the availability of rooms. Otherwise students have to
make their own arrangements for accommodation.
Coimbatore
0S-0+-201+
Dr. P. K. Manoharan
Registrar
No. Name of the Hostels No. of Rooms
1 Kambar Hostel 97
2 Elango Hostel 100
3 Thiruvalluvar Hostel 6S
+ Sekhizhar Hostel 96
S Kannamma Hostel 117
6 Periyar Hostel ++
7 Chellammal Hostel 96
8 Kasthuri Bai Hostel 6S
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Part
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Part (excluding FC.NSS etc.)
Major / Main
Ancillary / Allied

14. Details of other PG courses applied for in this University
13. Details of Qualifying Examination(U.G Level) Passed Yet to Pass *
11. Address for Communication
10. Annual ncome of the Family Rs.
8. Number of Members in the Family
7. Community
4. Gender
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b. Name of Mother and Occupation :
2. Name (n block letters) (as in the SSLC Mark Sheet)
1. Course Applying for Application No. : PH / 2014 - 15
5. Date of Birth MALE FEMALE
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OC BC BCM MBC SC SCA ST
Date:
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Bank :
Phone No.:
e-mail D :
Phone No.:
e-mail D :
Mobile No.:
12. Permanent Address
a. Degree & branch of study
b. Name of the College
c. Name of the University
d. Register Number
e. Month & Year of Passing**
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Re-accredited with 'A' Grade by NAAC
AppIication for admission to Post - Graduate / PG DipIoma Courses during 2014 - 2015
Please give all the information asked for, clearly indicate, 'not applicable' wherever necessary.
The filled in application should reach the respective Heads of the University Department,
Bharathiar University, Coimbatore - 641 046 on or before 15-05-2014, 5.00 pm.
Bharathiar University, COIMBATORE - 641 046.
Signature of the attesting officer
Name and designation of the attesting officer with seal
Attested
CIass in Part III
TotaI in Part III
*Strike out whichever is not applicable
Station :
Date :
Signature of the Candidate
certify that all the above statements and entries are true.
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Head of the Dept.
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*To be filled in by the candidate
* Name of the Candidate :
* Course for which application is submitted
*Specimen Signature of the Candidate
The candidate is requested to report at the test centre one hour before the commencement of the
test and present this Hall Ticket. The Candidate is permitted to write the entrance test, subject to the
condition that he/she satisfies the Eligibility conditions presscribed for admission to the course.
Re-accredited with 'A' Grade by NAAC
Entrance Test for Admission to the P.G. Programme 2014 - 2015
Phone : +91-422-242222 Fax : +91-422-2452706 Webiste : www.b-u.ac.in
HALL TICKET
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Bharathiar University
Re-accredited with 'A' Grade by NAAC
COIMBATORE - 641 046
Address to which the Hall Ticket is to be sent:
Date :
Time :
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