Is admission to the BSc programme at UPES Dehradun merit-based or entrance-based?
Admissions to the BSc courses at UPES Dehradun can be merit-based or entrance-based. It completely depends on the type of specialisation candidates are pursuing. For a better overview, refer to the table below:
| Core | Eligibility Criteria | Selection |
|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) Mathematics/ Chemistry/ Physics (3+1) | Minimum 50% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (Class 10 & Class 12) & Minimum 50% aggregate in PCM/PCB (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics or Biology) at Senior Secondary level (Class 12). | Personal Interview |
| BSc Food, Nutrition & Dietetics | Minimum 50% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (Class 10 & Class 12) and Minimum 50% aggregate at Senior Secondary level (12th) with English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics are eligible to apply. | Personal Interview |
| BSc (Hons) Geology (3+1) | Minimum 50% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (Class 10 & Class 12) & Minimum 50% aggregate in PCM/PCB (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics or Biology) at Senior Secondary level (Class 12). | Personal Interview |
| BSc - Microbiology | Minimum 50% Marks at Higher and Senior Secondary level (Class 10 and Class 12) with Mathematics/ Phys / Chem /Bio/Bio Tech + English as Major Subject | Personal Interview |
| BSc - Clinical Research | Minimum 50% Marks at Higher and Senior Secondary level (Class 10 and Class 12) with Mathematics/ Phys / Chem/Bio/Bio Tech +English as Major Subject | Personal Interview |
| BSc (Hons.) Economics with Data Science (3+1)/ BSc (Hons.) Economics and Finance (3+1)/ BSc (Hons.) Psychology and Behaviour (3 + 1). | Minimum 50% in 10th & 12th for BSc Economics with Data Science & Economics and Finance: 1) Math/ Eco in 12th will be preferred. 2) Non-mathematics background students will undergo the Remedial Mathematics module in Semester 1. | Personal Interview / SAT / International Baccalaureate (IB)/ Cambridge International Education (CIE) / CUET |
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Admissions are based on CUET UG scores followed by personal interview. University accepts SAT/ IB/ CIE scores as well for admissions in courses like Economics with Data Science, Economics and Finance and Psychology and Behaviour.
BSc (Hons) is offered in full-time mode for four years by the institute. The programme is available in many specialisations. The curriculum of each specialisation is divided in eight semesters. The syllabus includes many major and minor core subjects.
The documents required for BSc (Hons) admissions at UPES Dehradun are:
- Passport size Photographs
- UPES offer letter
- Aadhaar Card
- Migration/Transfer Certificate
- PAN Card
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets.
Last date for UPES Dehradun BSc (Hons) applications is generally in last week of June. Students can fill the application form and apply through official website. Admission dates can change as per university guidelines.
Yes, BSc (Hons) is provided by UPES Dehradun. The course is offered in many specialisations for four years. Some specialisations are Economics with Data Science, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, etc. Admissions in the course are based on entrance score and personal interview.
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