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examinations
Since the course related information is available on the intranet, the
students can have access to these at any time.
In case the student misses the continuous assessment tests, the
students can apply for rescaling of the marks.
However, if the student misses the term end examination a student is
allowed to appear for a re-Term End Examination.
These measures ensure flexibility and ample support to the students,
thus enhancing the student participation in sports and related
activities.
special dietary requirements, sports uniform and materials
All these requirements are provided by the University and these
students are completely sponsored by the University during the
events.
5.1.12
Does the university have an institutionalized mechanism for
students’ placement? What are the services provided to help students
identify job opportunities, prepare themselves for interview, and
develop entrepreneurship skills?
VIT University has been creating records in campus placement of the
students. It is proud that its graduates are highly rated by employers from
industry and commerce in the private and public sectors. Offering
information, advice, guidance and support for job-seeking students is
considered a primary responsibility at the University. The office of
‘
Placement and Training
’(PAT) facilitates the students to identify job
opportunities and make necessary arrangements for the on-campus
placement of the students.
The PAT office, provides training to the students to that could further
enhance the soft skills of the students and also it conducts mock interviews
/ tests. The office has adequate space for training, conduct of interviews
and counseling.
5.1.13
Give the number of students selected during campus interviews
by different employers (list the employers and the number of
companies who visited the campus during the last four years).
The following gives a snapshot of the different companies visited the
companies during the last four years. The table gives the year-wise
statistical information on the number of interviews and the number of
students selected.