Criterion 1 - Curricular Aspects
1.2.1
Percentage of new courses introduced out of the total number of courses across all programmes offered during the last five years
Response: 11.65
1.2.1.1 Number of new courses introduced during the last five years
Response: 495
1.2.1.2 Consolidated number of courses offered by the institution across all Programmes (without repeat count) during the last five years
Response: 4248
File Description
Subsequent Academic Council meeting extracts endorsing the decision of BOS
Minutes of Board of Studies meeting clearly specifying the syllabus approval of new courses
Institutional data in the prescribed format (data template)
Links for any other relevant document to support the claim
1.3.1
Institution integrates cross-cutting issues relevant to Professional Ethics, Gender, Human Values, Environment & Sustainability and other value framework enshrined in Sustainable Development goals and National Education Policy – 2020 into the Curriculum
Response:
Osmania University demonstrates a commitment to integrating crucial crosscutting issues into its curriculum, aligning with the principles of sustainable development goals and the National Education Policy-2020. This integration is evident in several key areas:
1. Human Values and Professional Ethics: The institution has taken a proactive approach by including Human Values and Professional Ethics as mandatory components in the curriculum for all undergraduate students. This initiative ensures that students are exposed to essential ethical principles and values that will guide their personal and professional conduct. By embedding these concepts across disciplines, the institution prepares students to navigate complex ethical dilemmas in their future careers.
Furthermore, the integration of professional and research ethics into doctoral programs and select postgraduate curricula underscores the institution's dedication to maintaining high standards of academic integrity.
2. Environment and Sustainability: The institution recognizes the urgent need to address environmental challenges and promote sustainability. By mandating Environmental Studies courses for all undergraduate students, it ensures that every graduate is well-versed in critical global issues such as greenhouse gas emissions, global warming, water scarcity, pollution, and climate change. This comprehensive approach aligns with the sustainable development goals and equips students with the knowledge to contribute to environmental conservation efforts.
The curriculum's emphasis on sustainable technologies demonstrates the institution's forward-thinking approach, preparing students to develop and implement solutions for a more sustainable future. This integration of environmental awareness and sustainability principles across disciplines is essential for fostering a generation of environmentally conscious professionals.
3. Interdisciplinary Approach: The text suggests that the institution adopts an interdisciplinary approach to addressing societal challenges. By leveraging technologies developed within the university to solve real-world problems, the institution creates a synergy between academic research and practical application. This approach not only enhances the relevance of the curriculum but also contributes to the institution's social responsibility by addressing pressing societal issues.
4. Alignment with National Education Policy-2020: Osmania University’s approach aligns with several key aspects of the National Education Policy-2020. The policy emphasizes the importance of holistic and multidisciplinary education, which is reflected in the institution's integration of ethics, human values, and environmental studies across various programs. The focus on research ethics in higher education programs also resonates with the NEP-2020's emphasis on promoting research and innovation.
5. Gender and Other Value Frameworks: The University’s comprehensive approach to integrate crosscutting issues is also addressed by offering mandatory course work in Gender Sensitization. Osmania University demonstrates a strong commitment to gender equality and women's empowerment through various initiatives integrated into both curricular and extra-curricular activities. The curriculum is enriched with guest lectures and seminars on gender studies, gender diversity, and gender justice. These educational initiatives aim to broaden students' understanding of gender-related issues and promote a more inclusive campus environment. Regular women's safety awareness programs conducted by SHE teams further reinforce the institution's commitment to creating a secure atmosphere for female students and staff.
Professional Ethics, Gender, Human Values, Environment and Sustainability are the part of many
of the postgraduate programs offered at Osmania University.
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Additional information
Link for Additional information
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1.3.2
Number of certificate / value-added courses /Diploma Programmes offered by the institutions and online courses of MOOCs, SWAYAM / e_Pathshala/ NPTEL and other recognized platforms where the students of the institution have enrolled and successfully completed during the last five years
Response: 143
1.3.2.1 Number of certificate/value added courses/Diploma Programme offered by the institution and online courses of MOOCs, SWAYAM/e Pathshala/ NPTEL and other recognized platforms(without repeat count) where the students of the institution have enrolled and successfully completed during the last five years
Response: 143
File Description
Links for any other relevant document to support the claim (if any)
List of students and the attendance sheet for the above mentioned programs
Institutional programme brochure/notice for Certificate/Value added programs with course modules and outcomes
Institutional data in the prescribed format (data template)
Evidence of course completion, like course completion certificate etc
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1.3.3
Percentage of Programmes that have components of field projects / research projects / internships during last five years
Response: 80.18
1.3.3.1 Total Number of programmes that have components of field projects/research projects/internships (without repeat count) during last five years.
Response: 89
1.3.3.2 Total Number of programmes offered (without repeat count) during the last five years.
Response: 111
Sample Internship completion letter provided by host institutions
Sample Evaluated project report/field work report submitted by the students
Provide the relevant information in institutional website as part of public disclosure
Program and course contents having element of field projects / research projects / internships as approved by BOS
Institutional data in the prescribed format (data template)
Links for any other relevant document to support the claim (if any)
1.4.1
Structured feedback for curriculum and its transactions is obtained regularly from stakeholders like Students, Teachers, Employers, Alumni, Academic peers etc., and Feedback processes of the institution may be classified as follows:
Response: A. Feedback collected, analyzed, action taken & communicated to relevant body and feedback hosted on the institutional website
Institutional data in the prescribed format (data template)
Feedback analysis report submitted to appropriate committee/bodies
At least 4 filled-in feedback form from different stake holders like Students, Teachers, Employers, Alumni etc
Action taken report on the feedback analysis and its report to appropriate committee/bodies
Provide Links for any other relevant document to support the claim (if any)
Link of institution’s website where comprehensive feedback, its analytics and action taken report are hosted