Apprenticeship-Embedded Degree Programmes: Empowering HEIs to Offer AEDP UG Courses!
In a significant move, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced guidelines for Apprenticeship-Embedded Degree Programmes (AEDP), revolutionizing the education landscape in India. This decision aligns perfectly with the Telangana State government’s initiatives to provide skill-based education, particularly with the establishment of the Young India Skill University (YISU) and the transformation of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) into Advanced Technology Centres (ATCs).
Key Features of Apprenticeship-Embedded Degree Programmes Guidelines
- Tripartite Agreement: A comprehensive agreement between Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs), industry establishments, and students, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities.
- Credit System: Based on training hours, with 30 hours of training equivalent to 1 credit, and a minimum of 40 credits for a 1-year apprenticeship training.
- Flexibility: HEIs can design curricula and credit mechanisms for credit transfer as part of the degree program.
- Post-Training Tracking: Emphasis on monitoring students’ progress after completing the apprenticeship.
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Benefits of Apprenticeship-Embedded Degree Programmes
- Enhanced Employability: Students gain hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge, making them industry-ready.
- Increased Job Prospects: With the inclusion of credits and apprenticeship training, students become more attractive to potential employers.
- Single Internship Stretch: HEIs can offer a single internship lasting at least one semester (6 months).
Eligibility Criteria for AEDP
To offer AEDP undergraduate courses, HEIs must meet specific criteria:
- NAAC accreditation
- NIRF rank
- Meets UGC guidelines
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Next Steps
The UGC will release the draft guidelines for public review, inviting comments and suggestions from stakeholders before finalizing the guidelines. This move by the UGC is a significant step towards enhancing the employability of India’s youth, and we can expect a positive impact on the education sector in the coming years.
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