Practicing possibilities in India

Dr. Vasudha GardeDirector, International Centre, University of Pune, India

Spring to Work seminar, HAMK, Finland,19th January 2012

The National Flag is the horizontal tricolor of deep saffron (kesaria) at the top, white in the middle, and dark green at the bottom in equal proportion. At the center of the white band is a navy blue wheel, which is a representation of the Ashoka Chakra at Sarnath.

India - world's largest, oldest, continuous civilization. India -world's Largest democracy.

India invented number system. Zero - invented by Aryabhatta. Algebra, Trigonometry and Calculus - originated in India.

Sanskrit -mother of all European Languages . India -largest English speaking nation in world.

Yoga -origins in India ,has existed for over 5,000 years. Ayurveda -earliest school of medicine known to mankind. Father of Medicine, Charaka, consolidated Ayurveda 2500 years ago.

India - second largest pool of Scientist and Engineers in World. India exports software to 90 countries.

INDIA : Some Interesting Facts

National Emblem of India is derived from the time of the Emperor Ashoka. emblem is a replica of the Lion of Sarnath, near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. Lion Capital was erected in the third century BC by Emperor Ashoka to mark the spot where Buddha first proclaimed his gospel of peace and emancipation to the four quarters of the universe.

• Student mobility for education purpose – main type of international education activity

• International Collaborations- bilateral, national, regional and consortium linkages

• Organizations like UGC, AIU, ICWA, ICCR , Universities -already involved in establishing international linkages

University of Pune successful linkages with Universities from Europe, Canada, US , Ireland, Australia, Afghanistan etc.

Internationalization of Higher Education in India

Mango is the national fruit of India. Described as "Food of the Gods", in the sacred Vedas, the fruit is grown almost in all parts of India.

Practicing for International Students

International pre-arrival guidance

Arrival and enrolment

Kinds of international practices for students Dos and Don’ts

Lotus botanically known as the Nelumbo Nucifera is the National Flower of India.

International Pre-arrival Guidance Before leaving home

Checklist Immigration and visasHealth and insurance

Documents to bring with youCustoms rules, bringing or sending luggageLocal Transport Accommodation-temporary accommodation

How much money will you need? Tuition fees, living costs, when you first arrive, part-time jobsBank accountsTravelling to Pune

Tiger is the National Animal of India. It is symbol of India's wildlife wealth. The magnificent tiger, Panthera tigris, is a striped animal.

Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)-

Indian Embassies in different countries issue visas and attest translated Mark sheets

Embassies and Consulates in India- Overall Voluntary Supervision, Care takers

Home Department of Government of Maharashtra FRRO and FRO- Registration , Visa Extension

Immigration ,Visas and Registration

Every foreigner entering India on Employment, Business, Student and Research visa is required toregister himself with Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) within 14 days of arrival in India, if his/her visa is valid for more than 180 days.”- Pune Police.

There is an FRO in Pune with Registration, Extensions, Return visas, and processing of exit permission.

Arrival and Enrolment

Banyan Tree is the National Tree of India. This huge tree towers over its neighbours and has the widest reaching roots of all known trees.

International Students: Categories

 Self- Financed students are self supporting and take admission in

various courses and degrees of their choice. Indian Council for Cultural Research, the I.C.C.R on behalf of the

Government of India offers scholarships and fellowships to international students wishing to study in India

 Student studying as a part of a Student Exchange Programme at the

University of Pune 

The Peacock, Pavo cristatus, is the national bird of India. Emblematic of qualities such as beauty grace, pride.

Dr Vasudha GardeDirectorInternational Centre University of Pune

An Institution of Excellence

Services for students

Social events for students

Student Advisory Service

University of Pune International Activities

Approx. 14000 International students (Regular, Exchange, Casual or TAP students)

104 countries

International Partnerships – Incoming /Outgoing Mobility

Customized short period Programs

Off shore Office (UAE)

Kinds of International Practices at UoP

• Liasoning

• Facilitation

• Academic, co-curricular and extra curricular

• Students welfare and counselling

• Collaborations

Liasoning Activities

Coordination with MHRD, MEA, Home Ministry (MHA) , FRO (Facilitation Centre)

Co-ordination with local FRO with regard to the visa matters of all the foreign students

Communication between the colleges/ institutes and Departments and ICCR throughout the year

Facilitation Activities

Information, Counseling and Welfare Activities

Medical Check Up

Medical Insurance

Accomodation

Pre-admission preparation procedure

• All information about the University, courses offered, fees, eligibility, procedures, accommodation facilities by email or post.

• For detailed information, students are further directed to concerned Department or Institution

Procedure of Admission

Student purchases the International Education Bulletin from University Publication Office or downloads from the university website

Fills up and submits the form along with necessary documents.

Two working days for undergraduate admission and fifteen working days for post-graduate and Ph.D. admission.

SELF-FINANCE (UG, PG and RESEARCH)

ICCR (UG, PG and RESEARCH)

ELICIS (Self Supporting)

SPOKEN ENGLISH (Self Supporting)

EXCHANGE AND CASUAL STUDENTS

Admission procedure : International Students-1

1. Acceptance of Forms 2. Checking & verification of forms3. Letter of reference for remarks of HOD

4. Issue of Provisional Eligibility Letter 5. Acceptance of dollar payment/allotment of seats (with visa)6. Issue of Firm letter of admission

7. Medical Examination8. Proficiency English Test (for Non- English speaking countries)9. Issue of Final Eligibility Letter

Admission procedure- International Students-2

1. Acceptance of Forms

2. Checking & Verification of forms and Mark sheet

3. Issue of Provisional Eligibility Letter

4. Allotment of seats (After getting student visa)

5. Issue of Firm letter of admission

6. Medical Examination

Admission Procedure for Exchange Students

I. INTERNATIONAL CENTRE’ FEES– * Eligibility Fees– Professional Course - Rs. 1200/-– Non-Professional Course - Rs. 600/-

A. FIRST ADMISSION– * Registration/Entrance Fees - USD 750

* Medical Fees - USD 80* Medical Insurance Fees - USD 75

Fee structure for international students-1

B. UG TO PG (AND PG TO PHD) IN UNIVERSITY OF PUNE

C.CHANGE OF COURSE IN SAME FACULTY D.CHANGE OF COLLEGE IN SAME FACULTY (after First year if all subjects are cleared)

• Registration/Entrance Fees - USD 200

• Medical Insurance Fees- USD 75

• Bulletin Fee- Rs. 500/-

Fee structure for international students-2

2. College / Institute / Department’s fees

• Every College / Institute / Department (affiliated to University of Pune) has its own fee structure.

Fees differ from College to College / Institute to Institute / Department to Department.

• International students are charged five times more than Indian students and three times more in the case of students from SAARC countries.

Fee structure for international students-3

International Students Hostel (Boys) 96 rooms( One boy per room )

International Students Hostel (Girls) 42 rooms +6 flats(1 girl per room + 3 girls per flat)

O Block Furnished for International faculty 6 flats (4 girls per flat)

Total Capacity 180 students

House Keeping and Security Outsourced

Hostel facility

Academic, Co-curricular and Extra curricular Activities

•English language intensive course for international students (ELICIS)

•Students Welfare and Counselling

Counselling for FAQs throughout the year.

Special counselling during admissions General Information.

Tree Plantation, Cleanliness Drive

•International Youth Festival Cultural and sports events

Food Festival

Collaborations

Procedure of Collaborations – a) Meeting Delegates– b) Signing of MoUs – c) Implementation of MoUs

Administrative Issues– Draft MoU format– Copies of MoUs– Structure of MoUs implementation (Department wise)– Financial implications– Academic implications (Credit Sharing etc) – Potential Linkages

UoP Education Partnership Models

• National Consortium (Europe-India/ US-India )

• Regional Consortium (Europe-Asia/Ontario-Maharashtra Goa)

• Bilateral - Nation to University Approach (DAAD / UK)

• Bilateral -University to University Partnership (Cork Institute of Technology /Gottingen University / Salisbury

University )

•Collection of facts and figures.

•Awareness about global developments

•Academic Flexibility

•Funds for bilateral collaborations for development purposes

•Articulated policy concerning internationalization of HE vis-a vis the overall development of the country .

Issues of Concern

Pune City

• Pune-the cultural capital of Maharashtra and has maintained a fine balance between modernity and an age old culture and tradition. Pune is the eighth largest metropolis in India and the second largest city in Maharashtra after Mumbai. The city boasts of a forty percent green cover and has a tropical wet and dry climate with average temperatures ranging between 20 to 35 oC.

• Pune district forms a part of the tropical monsoon land hence, shows a significant seasonal variation in temperature as well as, rainfall conditions. Climate of the western region of Pune is cool whereas the eastern part is hot and dry.

• Pune is well known as the 'Queen of Deccan', due to its scenic beauty and rich natural resources. Besides, it is famous for its religious and historical places. Pune city is known on the world map because of its educational, research and development institutions. The district also bears significance as an important military base. Pune is the most industrialized district in Western Maharashtra and a famous IT hub in the country.

• Pune is home to a giant student community and the city imparts education at basic, special, university and research levels. Education and job opportunities attract migrants and students to Pune and make it a mosaic of many cultures and communities.

Do's & Don'ts while in India and in Pune

• No dress restriction observed in Pune. Always consider the weather conditions before choosing a dress.• Local travel by rickshaws . Pay by meter as per the amount on the tariff card.

• Do not accept lifts from strangers. • To dive yourself - you need a temporary and later a permanent driving license issued by the R.T.O. Pune.• Always wear a helmet.• In India we have the left-hand drive. Always get to the left side of the road when you want to turn.• To cross a road, look left-right-left and then cross.

• Keep an identity card with you always with the details of your blood group, your name, address, phone number, phone numbers of your friends or guardians who can be contacted in an emergency.

• Keep photocopies of documents like your passport, visa, ID card with you.• If you have rented a house keep the receipts of the rental payments.

• Obtain receipts for anything you’ve spent money on. • Wi-Fi connection from any of the service providers.

• For foreign currency exchange go to agencies like Thomas Cook, etc. Money changers are also available with some luxury hotels and shops at Pune.

• Never carry too much cash while traveling and take care of your belongings.

• Take care of your health, eat well to avoid sickness. • Go to good and clean restaurants and buy packaged drinking water. • Drink boiled water

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