Dr. A. Veera Ravi,

Director

Directorate of Collaborative Programmes

The concept of Collaborative Programmes was emerged into existence in Alagappa University during the year 2001-02. This unique, a socially relevant Collaborative Programmes was generated by introducing need based skill oriented specialized courses through the institutions having adequate physical and academic resources. The essential, quality oriented readiness of physical and academic facilities available in the institutions are assessed by a team of experts and on fulfillment of University requirements, institutions have been recognized to offer non-conventional, job-oriented courses catering to the need of the community.

Till date, 188 institutions have been recognized by Alagappa University for offering Certificate / Diploma, Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses focusing attention on the emerging need based specializations such as Catering, Aeronautical, Fashion, Fire & Safety, Paramedical, Nautical, Arts, Industry, Computer Sciences and Fine Arts.

In accordance with the specializations and in terms of infrastructure, accommodation, student support service, faculty expertise, institutional tie up with industries for practical exposures, the following courses are offered through Collaborative Programmes.