FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ( FAQ )

1. The various courses of AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM [University Established Under Section 3 of UGC act 1956], KOCHI CAMPUS offered during 2008 - 2009, at the AMRITA SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, BRAHMASTHANAM, EDAPPALLY NORTH, KOCHI - 682 024.

The POST-GRADUATE and UNDER-GRADUATE Courses offered are:
P.G. COURSES:

1. M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications)
2. M. Sc. (Information Technology)
3. M.Com. (Finance and Systems)
4. M.F.A. ( Visual Media) with specialization in Broadcast Journalism  and Video Production
5. M.F.A. (Visual Media) with specialization in Web Design, Content Management and Animation
6. M.Sc. (Hospital Administration)
7. B. Lib. I.Sc. (Bachelor of Library and Information Science)

U.G. COURSES:

1. B. Com. ( Bachelor of Commerce)
2. B.C.A. ( Bachelor of Computer Applications)
3. B.Sc. (Visual Media and Communication)

2. What is the procedure for getting admission to Courses ?

A. Application Forms for courses other than MCA can be obtained from the Office on payment of Cash or DD (Rs. 400 for PG and Rs. 300 for UG courses), in favour of “AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM
“payable at Kochi. Procedures for Admission to the M.C.A. course is separate and already finished.

B. The eligibility for admission:

1. for M. Sc. (Information Technology):
   Graduation in any discipline with Mathematics / Statistics as one of the Subjects with minimum 50%
   marks and Aptitude Evaluation and Interview.
2. for M.Com. (Finance and Systems)
   B.Com., B.B.M., B.B.A., B.Sc. (Banking) with 50% marks and Aptitude Evaluation and Interview.
3. for M.Sc. (Hospital Administration) :
   Graduation in any discipline with 50% marks and Aptitude Evaluation and Interview.
4. for M.F.A. (Visual Media) – Specialization: Broadcast Journalism and Video Production
   Graduation in any discipline with 50% marks and Aptitude Evaluation and Interview.
5. for M.F.A. (Visual Media) – Specialisation: Web Design, Content Management and Animation
   Graduation in any discipline with 50% marks and Aptitude Evaluation and Interview.
6. for B. Lib. I.Sc. (Bachelor of Library and Information Science): Graduation in any discipline with 50% marks and Aptitude Evaluation and Interview.
7. for B. Com. :
   10 + 2 (any group). Selection by academic merit.
8. for B. C. A. :
   10 + 2 (any group). Selection by academic merit
9. for B.Sc. (Visual Media and Communication)
   10 + 2 (any group). Selection by academic merit

C. Application Forms can also be downloaded from the site www.amrita.edu/artsandscience. Such applications when filled in and sent to us, the requisite Application Fee [Rs. 400 for PG and Rs. 300 for UG] should also be enclosed. An acknowledgement and a copy of the detailed Prospectus will be mailed to candidates on receipt of the completed forms.

D. IMPORTANT DATA:
Last Date for submission of Completed Application for
M. Com [Finance and Systems] - 28-th June 2008

Selection Process: Based on the criteria specified in the eligibility.

3. Is Hostel Accommodation available ?

Ashram Hostel Accommodation is available ONLY for Girls. Hostel is directly managed by the Ashram and accommodation will be provided according to the availability of rooms. Ashram Hostel daily routine is compulsory for all inmates. Hostel dues (present rate) will be approximately between Rs. 2,000/- and Rs. 2,200/- per month for boarding and lodging. Mess is strictly vegetarian.

4. What is the Course duration and structure ?

1. M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications) - 3 Years, 6 Semesters
2. M. Sc. Information Technology - 2 Years, 4 Semesters
3. M. Com. (Finance and Systems) - 2 Years, 4 Semesters
4. M.Sc. (Hospital Administration) - 2 Years, 4 Semesters
5. M.F.A. Visual Media ( Web Design, Content Management and
   Animation ) - 2 Years, 4 Semesters
6. M.F.A. Visual Media (Broadcast Journalism and Video Production)
   - 2 Years, 4 Semesters
7. B.Lib. I.Sc. (Bachelor of Library and Information Science)
   - 1 year,2 Semesters
8. B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce) - 3 Years, 6 Semesters
9. B.C.A. (Bachelor of Computer Applications) - 3 Years, 6 Semesters
10. B.Sc. (Visual Media and Communication) - 3 Years, 6 Semesters

Structure for all courses are credit based and has continuous Internal Evaluation and Final examination in all subjects. Syllabus for all courses have been prepared by eminent experts of Board of Studies,
drawn from the relevant areas and reflect most updated coverage with international academic and industry standards.

5. What is so special about Amrita School, Kochi ?

AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM [University Established Under section 3 of UGC act 1956] The University has the rare distinction of being a multi-campus university. Managed by the Mata Amritanandamayi Math with campuses at Ettimadai, Amritapuri, Kochi, Mysore and Bangalore. Headquarters is at Ettimadai, Coimbatore. AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

6. What are our unique advantages ?

Amrita School of Arts and Sciences, Kochi, located inside the serene Brahmasthanam Temple and Ashram Complex gives prime importance to quality teaching, ethical orientation and academic research
and development. Dedicated efforts of the teaching community makes this a reality. Formal research has been initiated in the areas of Medical Informatics, Visual Media, Data Mining and Finance
Management. Technology groups like Dot Net users Forum, ATMA, Expert Lecture Series Vidyamritam and Technology Seminars also help this process to develop the caliber of every student. Campus is well connected to the dedicated internet leased lines. College bus facility is available for day scholars.

7. Does the Institute provide Value Education ?

Value education, discipline and decorum have become a way of life in the campus. Topics in Behavioural Ethics, Communicative English, Group Dynamics and Soft Skills have been strewn into the regular curriculum in formal and informal ways. The objective is to improve positive attitude, communicative ability, self confidence and will power of students. The sessions on Value Education are handled by Consultants, Mentors, Counseling Experts and Spiritual personalities. Political activities are not permitted in the campus.

8. What is the mode of delivery of the course ?

All the courses offered here are of regular full-time schedule leading to award of Degrees by AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM, on successful completion. Examination schedules are notified well in
advance. Results are published in time.

N.B.: THE COURSES ARE NOT OF ANY DISTANCE EDUCATIONMODE.

9. Is it possible to get Educational Bank loans ?

The students of AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM being directly enrolled, have been getting Educational Bank loans subject to Banks’ stipulated conditions. There is excellent Administrative support of the School. Proper guidance and counseling on how to get Bank loans is also provided to the students and parents.

10. Will the students get Travel Concession ?

After the formal enrolment in the University rolls, the KSRTC, Railway etc. have been so far providing eligible concessions to the students subject to their stipulated regulations. Institute usually corresponds
with these offices to get assistance for the same.

11. Do we provide Assistance for Placement and Corporate Relations ?

Institute has a good track record of placement. Centre for Corporate Relations (CCR) at the University headquarters and leading HRD organizations like SHREDS and ABACUS Consultants have also been
providing assistance to students in placements.

Prestigious organizations are coming for Campus Recruitments. Many of our students have also been placed in the various Institutions under the Math.

Formal regular training is being given for appearing for CAT, MAT and MCA entrance. Campus Recruitment Training also is regularly being provided by reputed Professional Training Agencies.

12. What are the unique Amrita Advantages ?

Famous for quality of service, be it in any sector, Amrita Schools have the unique distinction of an excellent support of large task force of Professionals in its mainstream. Divine will, unconditional love
and compassion embodied by AMMA have enlarged the spectrum of selfless initiatives and social commitment of Amrita Institutions. This has attracted human resources of excellent quality into the
multifarious activities of the Math throughout the world especially in the Education Sector.