DU introduces new courses

Courses include Forensic Sciences; Lifelong Learning and Extension; and Music

Students fill admission forms at North Campus on Monday. (Source: Ravi Kanojia)

Students wanting to study subjects other than those offered under the regular undergraduate courses at Delhi University (DU) have something to cheer about. Starting this year, the University has decided to start a couple of new courses, keeping students interest and choice in mind.

In a first, the university is introducing BTech in Forensic Sciences for students who want to pursue forensic studies. GTB Khalsa college will be the first college in DU to offer the course, but officials at the University have confirmed that more colleges may soon follow suit.

“The heads of paramilitary and defense forces have been approaching the Vice- Chancellor for a while, highlighting the need for trained forensic science experts in the country. Keeping in mind the huge demand, DU thought it would be prudent to introduce the course.While Khalsa college is going to be the first college to offer the course, other colleges are also likely to offer it later. We are also trying to start forensic science as a Discipline-II subject in some colleges,” Malay Neerav, joint Dean, student welfare, told Newsline.

The Department of Adult Learning at DU is also going to start a Masters Programme in Lifelong Learning and Extension under the Faculty of Social Sciences.

According to Dr Rajesh, Head of the Department of Adult Learning, the programme will guarantee students 100 per cent job placements after completion. “In the two year master’s programme, students will get practical as well as theoretical experience in the field of community research, NGO management, social entrepreneurship and development studies. Students will be able to choose papers of their choice, and pursue their specialisation,” he added.

Admission to 44 seats under the programme will be conducted through a written test to be held on June 25. Students will also have to undergo a two month internship under the programme.

In another first, Delhi University will also be offering music as a Discipline-II subject. “If you are a Maths student who wants to learn tabla we think there shouldn’t be anything stopping you from doing so. If so inclined, students will be able to study music as a minor subject, along with the major of their choice from this year,” said Dinesh Singh, DU Vice Chancellor.

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The introduction, that is subjected to approval from the University’s academic council, is expected to start from this year.
Currently, music is offered only as an honours subject at the Faculty of Music.

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