Master of Arts (M.A.) Vocational and Technical Education

Objective : The two years Master of Arts (M.A) Degree in Vocational and Technical Education conducted by The Global Open University, Nagaland has been designed for meeting the demand of the growing needs of experts in the fields of vocationalisation of Careers, curriculum development for vocational and technical programmes, vocational guidance and counselling, role of information technology for vocational education etc.

Eligibility : Graduates of any discipline

Duration : 2 years

Award : Master of Arts (M.A) Degree in Vocational and Technical Education shall be awarded to all the successful candidates by The Global Open University, Nagaland.

Subjects : First Year
Introduction to Voc. and Tech. Edu.
Trends and Developments in VTE
Training Needs of VTE
IT and its Impact on VTE
VTE for Asia and the Pacific

Subjects : Second Year
Vocational and Technical Edu. Needs for India
Vocational Guidance and Counselling
Future of Vocational & Tech. Education
Research Methodology
Master’s Thesis

Careers in Vocational & Technical Education

Vocational and Technical Education prepares trainees for jobs based on specific trade or occupation or vocation. Those completing their Master’s Degree in Vocational and Technical Education play a vital role in human resource development of the country by creating skilled manpower enhancing industrial productivity and improving the quality of life. Scope exists in improvement of teaching practices in vocational and technical institutions specially in the colleges teaching engineering, technology, management, architecture, town planning, pharmacy, applied arts and crafts.

Total Fee : Rs. 28,150

Accordingly, the Application Form duly filled-in along with four stamp size photographs, copies of certificates and mark sheets and a Bank Draft for the full fee i.e. Rs. 28,150 in the name of “The Global Open University, Nagaland” payable at Dimapur must reach the Admissions Officer, The Global Open University, Sodzulhou Village, P.O. – ARTC, NH-39, Dimapur – 797115 Nagaland by registered / speed post only.

Examination Fee : A fee of Rs. 300 per paper is to be paid before appearing in the Annual Examinations to be held at different Examination Centers within the State of Nagaland (Dimapur, Kohima, Wokha).

Master’s Thesis : All students are required to submit a Master’s Thesis at the end of second year.

Assignments : All admitted participants must submit subject wise assignments based on the Mini Project Reports to be prepared by them on a topic related to each of the subjects.