LU introduces twin degree with online courses

If you wish to study two degrees simultaneously, one online and the other offline then now it is achievable at Lucknow University. LU has opened up a window of opportunity for admission in its online courses. Existing students of any undergraduate or postgraduate courses can apply for admission in these online courses along with work executives and other applicants who wish to study online as they have time limitations.

LU is providing nine online undergraduate and postgraduate courses that can be undertaken along with on campus courses. Courses provided are BCom, MCom, MA in English, economics, Sanskrit, political science, master of social work, BBA and MBA.

"Our online programs are dual degree compliant meaning they can be taken in parallel with continuous degrees. This provides a flexible learning program whereby an enrolled candidate can study in one's own time and convenience, wherever located. Besides, we designed its curriculum industry focused where emphasis is given to the acquisition of practical skills that prove critical in achieving professional success," said dean, academics, Prof Geetanjali Mishra.

She informed that LU's online courses are comparable to offline, on campus, normal UG and PG courses. The only distinction is that in online courses students are not required to visit the campus. This provides a strong learning platform since all course content and evaluation are provided through a centralized Learning Management System (LMS), she added.

"We have created a four-quadrant multimedia content, i.e., these courses adhere to UGC's recommended four-quadrant approach (video tutorials, e-text materials, discussion forums and regular assessments)," she explained, adding that the courses provide a solid placement support that entails receiving guidance in navigating career opportunities. This course is made accessible and affordable, she added.