Students to Finish 3-year Course in 2.5 Years: HSNC University Set to Introduce New Degree Programmes Under NEP 2020

Hyderabad (Sind) National Collegiate University (HSNC) is preparing to implement standard operating procedures under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 for Accelerated Degree Programmes (ADPs) and Extended Degree Programmes (EDPs). It is a public collegiate university in Mumbai formed by merging three constituent colleges. The most prominent HSNC colleges are K.C. College, Bombay Teachers’ Training College, and H.R. College, located in South Bombay. These renowned colleges offer multidisciplinary programs spanning across the fields of arts, science, commerce, mass media, management, and IT. Each of the institute aim to provide contemporary and high-quality education. 

By enrolling for APDs and EPDs programmes, students can complete their three-year course in 2.5 years. Additionally, they have the freedom to add an extension and complete their degree at a more relaxed pace.

Important NEP Guidelines You Need to Note 

1. Students must complete 120 credits in a three-year degree and 160 in the four-year degree programme.
2. To complete higher education at a fast pace, students enroll in extra courses, vocational training, and assignments during their college breaks.
3. Students who opt for extensions or vouch for extended programmes can take up challenging and time-consuming subjects or other credits with ease.
4. Those who wish to go abroad or relocate can choose accelerated degree programmes and get a degree within 2.5 years.
5. Those who want to explore deep subject matters and other avenues can take up extended degree programmes. 

How Can You Enroll for Extended or Accelerated Degree Programmes?

The university will soon allow students to select the pace of their degree during admissions and alter it after the first year of the programme. Officials revealed that the examinations will be restricted to the three annual cycles, conducted in October, March, and June. Plus, the concepts of exams and lectures on demand are yet to be explored.

What’s more? HSNC University plans to implement provisions for Recognised Prior Learning, enabling students with previous experience to enroll directly in advanced courses.