GITAM University Centre for Distance Learning

GITAM University Center for Distance Education (CDE) is a constituent unit of GITAM University, a renowned private university in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. The Center for Distance Education offers various UG and PG programs through distance learning mode, allowing students to pursue their education remotely.

The GITAM University Distance Education Centre was established to provide quality education to individuals who cannot attend regular, on-campus classes due to various reasons such as work commitments, geographical constraints, or personal circumstances. It offers flexible learning options and study materials to support students' educational journeys.

The Center for Distance Education utilizes various methods of instruction, including self-learning materials, online resources, virtual classrooms, and regular contact classes. These methods ensure that students receive comprehensive and effective learning experiences without regular face-to-face interaction with faculty members.

The University follows a structured examination system where students must appear for examinations at designated centres. The rigorous evaluation process assesses students' understanding of their studied subjects.

In summary, the Center for Distance Education offers a range of UG and PG programs through distance learning mode. It provides flexible learning options and aims to deliver quality education to students who cannot pursue regular on-campus education.

Gitam University Distance Education Courses Offered

Under the UG level program at the University, CDL offers bachelor degrees like BA and B.Com. The PG courses include MA, MBA, M.Com, MCA and M.Sc. programs. These courses are availed with their respective type of specializations as well. Students can find that these programs' GITAM Distance Education syllabus will be available on the University's official website. The fee structure varies from course to course. Gitam University MBA Distance Education Fees is 29,000.

GITAM University Distance Learning Methodologies

The University offers several courses under UG, PG and diploma for admission. The learning methodologies are different for courses offered at distance modes. Some of the common learning methodologies used by the University are:

• The distance education programs offered at the University CDL use online learning methodologies to provide academic training for its students. It offers web-based learning platforms, online courses, and digital resources to facilitate interactive learning and communication among students and instructors.
• The students are provided with printed study materials which are curated to help the students with self-study. These materials are self-explanatory, comprehensive, and easily understandable. Students can learn from these materials at their own pace and convenience.
• To complement the printed material, video lessons such as CDs, DVDs, and online multimedia resources make learning interesting.
• Library facility is also provided in the University Administrative Building of the GITAM Centre for Distance Learning, where course-wise textbooks are displayed for learners' use. 
• Also, the students are permitted to use the Knowledge Resource Centre.

GITAM University Distance Education Admission Process

For B.Com or BA, the interested students must have done their board exams, like 10th and 12th examinations, with a min of 50% in the core subjects in any stream. A GAT entrance exam is required for admissions conducted by the University, and the selections are based on academic merit scores. For Diploma programs, the selection process will be based on academic merit and no entrance exam scores are required.

For MA, M.Com, M.Sc, and MCA, admissions are open for those who have graduated in any discipline but are certified by a well-known University with a minimum of 45% aggregate score. The selection process is inclusive of graduation score+ and GAT entrance test scores.

Candidates seeking admission to the GITAM University MBA Distance Education shall have a bachelor's degree in any stream. The selection of the applicants is based on GAT.

GITAM University Distance Education application process is accepted in online and offline modes. I.e., by visiting the official website or the University campus, downloading the form, and taking the printout. The eligible candidates must fill in the form, Attach the necessary docs and then pay the application fees to complete the process. Some of the necessary docs are an Online fee payment receipt, Aadhar Card copy, 10th and 12th marks card copy, Copy of DOB, 3 passport size copies of the candidate's photo etc.

GITAM University Distance Education Online Admission

• The candidate must register with the University through the official website.
• Next, they must click on the banner Online Admissions. The candidates can register by entering the details like Program, Group of subjects, Medium, and more.
• Later, enter the Personal details such as Name, DOB, providing the centre for the examination etc.
• Ultimately, the candidates must pay the application fees through DD or other mode transactions such as Net Banking, Credit card etc.
• The process will be completed only after the candidates have attached the necessary docs, i.e. Address proof, work experience (if applicable), education certifications etc.

Offline Mode: Applicants can download the form from the website and take its printout to fill it out manually. However, the other steps of filling in the form and admission fee payment remain the same. They must send the form to the address. 

GITAM University Distance Education Examination

The academic examinations at GITAM are conducted every year. The students will be permitted for the year-end examination after registering for the course and choosing the dates and slots. During the registration, they will provide a good least time to pursue these courses is completed. Students should register for all the subjects and clear it on the first attempt. However, they can appear for the exam in courses of their choice. Irrespective of the result, the learner will be promoted to the next year of the course of study.

For the Year-End Examination Evaluation: Students' performance in the curriculum examination shall be assessed subject-wise based on internal evaluation for 30 marks and year-end examination for 70 marks. The internal evaluation shall be done based on assignments and practicals (if applicable). The year-end examinations will be conducted as per the schedule and convenience of the students. After registration, all qualified students can get the University Centre for distance learning hall tickets through the website. 

Here is the University grading system for distance learning:

The below table state the grading system based on points and the marks secured.

The GITAM University Distance Education results will be published online in addition to the required CGPA of 8.0, those who have necessarily passed all the courses every year on the first attempt only. Candidates, who complete the entire program, shall be eligible for the award of the degree.

GITAM University Distance Education Study centre list

• BS and JR Degree College
• Chaitanya ES Degree College and PG Centre
• Kiranmayi Degree College
• S K Degree College
• SV Degree College
• Sri Vivekananda Degree College
• MVR Degree College
• SDS College of Arts and Applied Sciences
• Ushodaya Degree Colleg
• Spaces Degree College
• Smt Jasti Bullemmai Degree and PG College
• VS Lakshmi College
• SRR Degree College
• HIS Degree College
• Miriam College
• SKSD Mahila Kalasala
• KPR and JL Siddhartha Degree College
• Prakasam Degree College
• Sri Balasai Degree College
• Mahatma Gandhi Degree College
• CR College
• Radha Degree College
• Geetham Degree College
• Bhadruka NS Degree College
• ACME College
• Geetams Degree College
• SVS Degree College
• Abhyudaya Degree College
• Adarsa Degree College