Jain University Bangalore M.Phil. Admissions 2012

Jain University

School of Graduate Studies

# 34, 1st Cross, JC Road

Bangalore - 560 001

Ph:  + 91 80 2248 4942

M.Phil. Admissions 2012

Courses Offered 

   

Biotechnology

Biochemistry

Microbiology

Computer science

Mathematics

Chemistry

Physics

Electronics

Kannada

English

Hindi

Sanskrit

Management

Commerce

Ancient Indian History and Culture

Political Science

Psychology

Economics

Cultural Studies

The M.Phil. Degree shall have the status of an intermediate Degree between the first Post-Graduate Degree and the Doctorate Degree. It will have both research and course components and will give the student adequate background for advanced research.

Eligibility

• Candidate should hold a Master’s Degree (from a recognised university) in the relevant subject with a minimum of 55% (In the case of SC / ST candidates there will be a relaxation of 5%)

• Candidates who are qualified for CA or ACS or ICWA with basic degree are also eligible to register for M.Phil. in this category

• Candidates who have qualified for Masters Degree prior to 1990 - 1991, with no less than 50% marks are also eligible to register for M.Phil. programme

Duration of the Programme: 

One year, Two Semesters

Terms & Programme Content

Term 1:

Term one is of 8-month duration and includes:

• Research Methodology

• Core Paper (as an elective)

• Specialization Paper (Guide Paper)

Note:

The M.Phil. candidate is expected to secure approval of the Research topic from the Guide within one month of the start of the first term. Literature review should be completed within 4 months of the start of the first term. Synopsis should be completed within 6 months of the start of the first term.

Term 2: 

Term Two will be for duration of 4 months, during which the candidates should complete their Dissertation. In addition, they must undertake courses in general skills related to the teaching-learning process such as:

• Computer Application Skills

• Communicative Skills

• Pedagogical Skills and Practical Training in Teaching

Admission Procedure

Click here to download the application form

The candidate should submit his / her application to the University, in the prescribed form with a DD of 1000/- INR in the favour of Jain University, payable at Bangalore, along with other necessary documents; viz., degree certificate, marks cards and such other documents prescribed along with receipt for having paid the prescribed fee. In case of employed candidates, no objection / deputation certificate from the employer, for pursuing research is necessary.

    

• The candidate should submit two copies of a “Statement of Purpose” along with his / her application

• Eligible candidates will be required to take up M.Phil. Entrance examination comprising an Aptitude Test, a Subject Paper and an Interview

• Reservations for SC, ST and other candidates shall be as per extant guidelines of the Government of India

• Reservations for SC, ST and other candidates shall be as per extant guidelines of the Government of India

Evaluation

Candidates shall be awarded pass in M.Phil. Programme upon:

Securing an aggregate of 50% marks in the term end exams, and a minimum of 40% marks in each subject

Securing an aggregate of 50% marks in the Dissertation and a minimum of 40% marks each in the Thesis and Viva

Award of pass grade in the Faculty Skills Development component

Career Opportunities

Holding a recognised M.Phil. Degree can aid access to greater employment opportunities as potential employers will be familiar with your academic qualifications. Career options include, for example, within academia (University lecturer), industry (development researcher) and the public sector (consultant).

Important Dates

Schedule for M.Phil Admission for August 2012 

• Last date for submitting the applications 28th July 2012

• Entrance Test 5th August 2012

• Interviews 10 / 11th August 2012

• Commencement of course 18th August 2012

Entrance Test Details

The next round of Admissions will be scheduled in July 2012. Applications for the same can be downloaded from the website at any time. Details relating to the last date for applying, entrance test date and interview dates will be notified in June 2012.

The entrance test for the M.Phil programme in Jain University will be held at the School of Graduate Studies, Jain University, J C Road, Bangalore.The entrance test will be of 90 minutes duration and for 90 marks and the paper will have two sections:

Section A: General and Research Aptitude (45 marks) 

Section B: Subject Aptitude (45 marks)

Both sections will have multiple choice questions and short answer questions. The syllabus for Section B would be at the Masters level in the concerned subject.

Note: For more details contact Mr Srikrishna, P:+91 80 2354 5246/ 48 or
write to: cersse@jainuniversity.ac.in
For Details Visit
http://www.jainuniversity.ac.in/Admissions_Res_MPhil.htm