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If I take admission to IGNOU in January session when will my term-end exam be conducted?
If you enroll in the January session:
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Yearly programs — You must submit your assignments by September 30th and your TEE by December 30th.
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Semi-annual/semester programs — You must turn in your assignments by April 15th, and your TEE by June 30th.
If you enroll in the July session.
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Yearly program—You must submit your assignments by March 31st, and your TEE in June.
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Semi-annual/semester programs — You must turn in your assignments by October 15th, and your TEE in December.
IGNOU exams are held twice a year. In June and December. Occasionally, IGNOU extends the deadline.
There's one more thing to think about. Assignments for the July session and the January session (for the following year of that July session) are the same in IGNOU. Also, when you submit the assignments, make sure that they are the most recent available assignments for your course for the current year in which you are submitting them. For example, if you enrolled in January 2021 and did not complete the assignments in the first year, you must complete the newly available assignments for the next year, which are for the January 2022 session.
How do I write IGNOU assignments?
Below are the tips that you can follow while writing assignments:
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Copying ready-made assignments aren't worth it because the answers aren't always correct. So, if you want to copy, think about it first.
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To write assignments, you can use either rule sheets or A4 size sheets. Because assignments must be written by hand.
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Before beginning to write assignments, go over the questions and try to find answers in textbooks. You're likely to get the majority of your answers from them.
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Use online resources because some topics are better explained in online resources than in textbooks.
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Leave some space before writing the next question if you're writing in continuation. Alternatively, you can begin a new answer on a new page. It will leave no room for uncertainty or ignorance.
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If the question asks for an explanation, include the conclusion in your response under the heading "Conclusion."
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Highlight key lines or points in your responses.
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If you're a working professional taking an IGNOU course, set a goal of writing one answer per day. This allows you to write assignments quickly and without feeling rushed. It is preferable if you can write a couple of answers per day. It will assist you in avoiding a last-minute run.
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On the cover page, include page numbers and the total number of pages for an assignment. If the officials misplace a couple of pages, it is their responsibility, and you will benefit from it.
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Complete assignments correctly. The sheets must be properly stapled. Also, submit it in a report file rather than a stick file to avoid misplacement by officials.
Writing assignments on your own helps you prepare for exams. Because it forces you to study the topics in a subject and provides you with an understanding of the topics. So, rather than asking someone else to write it for you, try writing it yourself.
Can I apply for two programs in IGNOU simultaneously?
According to the UGC, no universities have been approved to allow students to pursue dual degrees or master's degrees at the same time. Even if you register for one degree at IGNOU and another at another distant or regular university, it will not be valid because UGC does not endorse that. You cannot display both certificates at the same time.
As a result, it is always preferable to complete a B.Com before pursuing an MBA. B.Com in addition to BBA is a challenge. After completing your B.Com, you can enroll in IGNOU's MBA program.
Are IGNOU degrees recognized abroad? Can I study at a foreign university with a degree from IGNOU? Please answer my question.
Yes, IGNOU degrees are globally recognized.
IGNOU, the world's largest university, was founded to provide higher education opportunities, particularly to disadvantaged segments of society, to encourage, coordinate, and set standards for distance and open education in India, and to strengthen India's human resources through education.
Aside from teaching and research, the mainstay of its academic activities is extension and training. It also serves as a national resource centre, promoting and maintaining distance education standards in India. The Secretariats of the SAARC Consortium on Open and Distance Learning (SACODiL) and the Global Mega Universities Network (GMUNET), both of which were initially supported by UNESCO, are housed at IGNOU.
IGNOU currently serves approximately 2 million students in India and 35 countries around the world through twenty-one schools and a network of 59 regional centers, seven sub-regional centers, 2300 study centers, and 52 overseas centres. IGNOU enrols approximately 10% of all students enrolled in higher education in India. IGNOU provides 175 academic programs with 1100 courses at the certificate, diploma, and degree levels. In addition, the twenty-one Schools offer a variety of non-accredited extension and skill-oriented programs.
Can an Ignou student appear for December TEE if he has taken admission in July session?
No, you cannot appear for IGNOU December TEE if you have taken admission in the July session.
For instance, you have taken admission to the July 2022 session. You are required to submit your assignments before 31st March 2023. Only after submitting your assignments, you are eligible for the TEE Exam, and that too in the month of June 2023.
In special cases, like you were not able to give some exams you can appear for the December TEE exams though.
Is an MCA from IGNOU good for my prospects?
IGNOU degree is accredited by the Indian government and is recognized as equivalent to a graduate degree in engineering in the United States. Students get their H1B visa stamped because it is considered a professional qualification, but they are sponsored by one of the top 5 Software MNCs in India, which is very important. A degree from IGNOU has enormous validity and recognition.
Sure, you may have difficulty breaking into the job market because most employers prefer "Regular" degrees from a reputable college or university. Nobody is lucky enough to get a job of their choice. The only difference is that distance learning requires you to fight more, both during your studies and in the job market. However, one should not overthink, hard work pays off.
Maintain your fundamentals, learn and master the latest technology, and prepare yourself to be versatile and competitive.
Your priority should be to find a job in your field of study, rather than a high-paying job. When you're in the field, your experience counts, and your degree usually takes a back seat.
How many subjects do we have to choose in BA for IGNOU?
A student should take no more than 96 credits in BA (applicable for every subject).
To obtain a major in any subject, a student must have a total of 48 credits in that subject, which equates to 6 papers of 8 credits taken over three years. (2 papers per year)
The remaining 48 credits are divided as follows:
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In the first and second years, compulsory papers BSHF 101 and FST 01, each worth 8 credits.
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Students in their second year are required to take one elective course in addition to the compulsory course and the subject in which they are majoring.
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Applied Courses are for third-year students, and they can be taken for 8 or 16 credits.
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Students may take any subject from Group 1 to Group A1 in addition to Group A1.
As a result, the number of subjects taken each year is determined by the number of credits a student takes. If a 4-credit subject is chosen, the student should take two 4-credit papers for a total of 8 credits, increasing the number of papers.
How is the MA in psychology distance course at IGNOU? What are the job prospects of it compared to a regular distance course?
Admission is available in two sessions: July and January. The university supplies the study material, which is fine. It follows a year system, with 7 courses (6 theory and 1 practical) in the first year and 6 in the second year (3 theory, 1 practical, 1 internship requiring at least 240 hours total, and 1 project/research (can only be done if you pass the Research Methodology and Statistics subjects in the first year)). There are three optional courses to choose from in the second year of IGNOU's MA in Psychology.
- Clinical psychiatry
- Psychology of counseling
- Psychology in the workplace
Each has different job prospects, and it is believed you will be familiar with them because it is clear from their names what fields they represent. The procedure is extremely simple. Obtain admission, complete assignments, and register for the exam at the desired exam center. After passing the exams, which can take between three and six years. Following that, you will be given a mark sheet and a provisional certificate. To obtain an original degree, you must wait at least six to twelve months for the convocation to be held by IGNOU, and you must pay a nominal fee of Rs 600-900 for registration and certificate.
If you are unable to attend the convocation, your certificate will be mailed to your home address. However, the practicals and viva-voce are an exception because some of the exams were conducted recently (depending on the Regional/Study center). It is acceptable in the first year, but if it occurs in the second year, it may cause a hindrance for higher education because the certificates may not be available at the right time for seeking admission, (seems IGNOU is nowadays quickly distributing the provisional and statement of marks. The good news is that you will receive it directly to your home via post after completing the course). The learner must submit assignments for all theory papers, and writing them will take a lot of time, but it will be beneficial for a passionate learner of psychology.
If you want to pursue this MA in Psychology from IGNOU, you must fully commit to this course because the field of psychology is vast. So working while pursuing this course may not be the best option because it may require 3 months of internship, pure research work, and an ocean of writing work.
Regarding the job prospects, as a student of the specific course, you hope to win the UGC NET/JRF and continue your education to become a lecturer. If I get the JRF, I plan to pursue an M Phil in Clinical Psychology and become a licensed clinical practitioner in the mental health field.
What is the passing marks out of 50 in IGNOU?
IGNOU's evaluation system is also distinct from that of traditional universities. IGNOU has a multi-tiered evaluation system.
1. Exercises in self-assessment within each unit of study.
2. Continuous evaluation primarily through tutor-marked assignments, practical assignments, and seminar/workshop/extended contact programmes.
3. The end-of-term exams
4. Work on a project
The evaluation of learners is based on the various instructional activities that they engage in. To complete an academic programme, a learner must write assignment responses before taking term-end exams on a regular basis. A learner must submit TMA responses to the Coordinator of the Study Centre to which he or she is assigned.
A learner should keep duplicate copies of TMA assignment responses that may be required to be produced on demand at the Student Evaluation Division. In June and December, term-end examinations are held at various examination centres throughout the country and abroad.
What is the process to cancel a course from IGNOU?
You have two options for cancelling your admission.
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Send an email to your local centre.
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Visit the regional centre and request that your admission be cancelled.
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To find the email address of your regional centre, simply login to IGNOU and select the view address option in the regional centre column.
You will receive information about your regional centres, such as their email address and phone number.
You must include the following information in your email.
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Your name
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Your registration number
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Your program's title
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Attach your IGNOU ID and Aadhar card (or any other ID for identification, such as a voter ID) and explain why you are withdrawing.
If you are a new candidate who has not yet received your study materials, you will be refunded, but I have no idea if you are an old student. After cancelling your admission, it usually takes 15 to 20 days to receive your refund.
Another thing is that you must check your admission status on your own by logging in to your account because they do not notify you via email or text message.
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