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India Today
3 days ago
- General
- India Today
Delhi University to add fourth year, vice chancellor promises facilities
As Delhi University prepares to launch the fourth year of its Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) this August, Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh has acknowledged the concerns raised by students and faculty but promised that the necessary facilities will be to PTI, Singh said, 'The concerns are very genuine. This is the first time there's a focus on research, entrepreneurship, and skill. These are new paths. Teachers are anxious, but this fourth year will be a game changer for undergraduate studies in our country.'advertisementThe rollout of the fourth year under FYUP has drawn criticism over a lack of infrastructure, incomplete syllabi, and uncertainty about the academic structure. Several colleges reportedly do not have upgraded laboratories, libraries, or learning resources to support the extended programme. Despite the issues, the Vice-Chancellor urged students to not hesitate in enrolling. 'Don't worry. If facilities are not available, then facilities will be created. It is in the interest of our students,' he said, assuring that the university is committed to the not everyone is convinced. Teachers' associations and education experts have expressed doubts about the university's preparedness. Some fear that without proper planning, the fourth year might increase dropout rates, particularly among students unsure about its members have also voiced concerns about being overburdened without adequate resources or just over a month left before the new academic session begins, DU is racing against time to fill the gaps. How the university responds to these logistical and academic challenges will determine whether the new format will bring meaningful change or fall short of FYUP reform is part of the broader education changes under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, aiming to introduce flexibility, multi-disciplinary learning, and skill-based education at the undergraduate level.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Concerns on preparedness genuine, but facilities will be created: DU V-C on UG fourth year rollout, ET Education
Advt Join the community of thousands of industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Get updates on your preferred social platform Follow us for the latest news, insider access to events and more. New Delhi, As Delhi University gears up to launch the fourth year of its Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) in August, Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh has acknowledged widespread concerns about the university's preparedness but assured that "facilities will be created" to support the initiative."The concerns are very genuine," Singh told PTI. "This is the first time the focus is on research, entrepreneurship and skill. These are new paths. Teachers are anxious, but this fourth year will be a game changer for undergraduate studies in our country."The programme's rollout comes amid criticism from faculty and students over inadequate infrastructure, incomplete curricula, and a lack of clarity on academic expectations. Many colleges reportedly still lack upgraded laboratories, learning resources, and other essential facilities needed for the additional academic Singh urged students not to hesitate in enrolling. "Don't worry. If facilities are not available, then facilities will be created. It is in the interest of our students," he said, emphasizing the university's commitment to making the transition a teachers' associations and educationists remain skeptical. Several have pointed out that the restructured programme may lead to increased dropout rates, as students are unclear about the value and content of the fourth year. There are also concerns about overburdened faculty and limited funding for essential just over a month remaining, Delhi University faces the challenge of addressing these logistical and academic gaps. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether the ambitious overhaul will fulfil its promise of transforming undergraduate education or falter under unpreparedness. PTI
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
DU VC says concerns on preparedness of UG fourth year rollout genuine, assures creation of facilities
As Delhi University gears up to launch the fourth year of its Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) in August, Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh has acknowledged widespread concerns about the university's preparedness but assured that "facilities will be created" to support the initiative. "The concerns are very genuine," Singh told PTI. "This is the first time the focus is on research, entrepreneurship and skill. These are new paths. Teachers are anxious, but this fourth year will be a game changer for undergraduate studies in our country." Also read: TS DOST 2025 Phase 1 seat allotment results today, here's how to check at The programme's rollout comes amid criticism from faculty and students over inadequate infrastructure, incomplete curricula, and a lack of clarity on academic expectations. Many colleges reportedly still lack upgraded laboratories, learning resources, and other essential facilities needed for the additional academic year. However, Singh urged students not to hesitate in enrolling. "Don't worry. If facilities are not available, then facilities will be created. It is in the interest of our students," he said, emphasizing the university's commitment to making the transition a success. Also read: UPSC CDS, NDA & NA II 2025: Registration begins at direct link here However, teachers' associations and educationists remain skeptical. Several have pointed out that the restructured programme may lead to increased dropout rates, as students are unclear about the value and content of the fourth year. There are also concerns about overburdened faculty and limited funding for essential upgrades. Also read: UPSC introduces new portal for applications, here's all you need to know With just over a month remaining, Delhi University faces the challenge of addressing these logistical and academic gaps. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether the ambitious overhaul will fulfil its promise of transforming undergraduate education or falter under unpreparedness.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
‘Concerns on preparedness genuine, but facilities will be created': Delhi University V-C on UG fourth year rollout
As Delhi University gears up to launch the fourth year of its Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) in August, Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh has acknowledged widespread concerns about the university's preparedness but assured that 'facilities will be created' to support the initiative. 'The concerns are very genuine,' Singh told PTI. 'This is the first time the focus is on research, entrepreneurship and skill. These are new paths. Teachers are anxious, but this fourth year will be a game changer for undergraduate studies in our country.' The programme's rollout comes amid criticism from faculty and students over inadequate infrastructure, incomplete curricula, and a lack of clarity on academic expectations. Many colleges reportedly still lack upgraded laboratories, learning resources, and other essential facilities needed for the additional academic year. However, Singh urged students not to hesitate in enrolling. 'Don't worry. If facilities are not available, then facilities will be created. It is in the interest of our students,' he said, emphasizing the university's commitment to making the transition a success. However, teachers' associations and educationists remain skeptical. Several have pointed out that the restructured programme may lead to increased dropout rates, as students are unclear about the value and content of the fourth year. There are also concerns about overburdened faculty and limited funding for essential upgrades. With just over a month remaining, Delhi University faces the challenge of addressing these logistical and academic gaps. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether the ambitious overhaul will fulfil its promise of transforming undergraduate education or falter under unpreparedness.
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Review of Central govt employees emerges as flashpoint at DU's Executive Council meeting
A nod to several key academic and administrative decisions, including the syllabi for semesters VII and VIII under the four-year undergraduate programme mandated by the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, was among the highlights as the University of Delhi held its 1275th Executive Council (EC) meeting on Friday. However, the meeting, chaired by Vice Chancellor Yogesh Singh, also witnessed sharp criticism from several faculty members over the inclusion of an agenda item concerning the 'periodical review of Central government employees for strengthening the administration,' which some teachers described as a 'potentially punitive measure targeting job security in academia'. Maya John, a member of the Academic Council, said, 'This Office Memorandum issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) regarding the review represents a highly objectionable and unfortunate measure… It conflates university faculty with Central government employees, despite the Delhi High Court's judgment that such rules do not apply to centrally-funded Higher Education Institution faculty.' John also opposed the EC-approved report on the determination of faculty seniority. 'Unfortunately, the report fixes an arbitrary cut-off date of April 2022, denying many new permanent teachers due recognition for past service,' she said, adding that the statutes used to calculate seniority do not reflect the University's post-reservation structure. EC member Aman Kumar told PTI that Vice Chancellor Prof. Yogesh Singh has formed a nine-member committee to review the DoPT notification mandating periodic review of employees aged 50 or above and enabling compulsory retirement where applicable. On the NEP's implementation, John reiterated longstanding concerns from faculty about the absence of increased funding or teaching positions. 'There is no commitment to quality academics when faculty shortages are ignored. The administration has refused to discuss these concerns in statutory bodies.' Several faculty members also alleged political interference in the finalisation of syllabi. Rudrashish Chakraborty, elected member of the DUTA Executive, said the syllabi of flagship departments like Philosophy, History, Sociology, Psychology, and English had been 'mutilated.' 'There has been undue interference by university officials who are not experts in these disciplines,' he said. 'This has led to arbitrary, ideologically motivated insertions that undermine course quality and diminish parity with top global universities.' But the university, in its release, maintained that curriculum reforms and new courses were passed 'after considering the recommendations made in the DU Academic Council meeting held on May 10'. Registrar Dr Vikas Gupta addressed concerns about the four-year undergraduate framework under NEP 2020, reaffirming that students would benefit from multiple exit and re-entry points and receive formal credentials at each stage. According to the university's official press release on Friday, 'Every UG course in NEP 2020 is of 4 years, students have the option of multiple exit and multiple entry.' The release added that students who leave the course mid-way would now be entitled to a certificate or degree, which was not the case under earlier education policies. Meanwhile, the university on Friday also announced that it would 'provide all possible cooperation and support to the Government of India on Operation Sindoor', which was launched this month amid tensions with Pakistan. In a separate development, DU approved a new (Nuclear Medicine Technology) course to be offered at the Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi Cantt., under the Faculty of Medical Sciences, and cleared the launch of postgraduate journalism programmes in both Hindi and English. (With inputs from PTI)
