Dr. B R Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad
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Dr. BR Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) was the first Open University to be established in the country in August 1982, due to a bill passed by the Andhra Pradesh State Legislature.
Previously known as the Andhra Pradesh Open University, it is located in the city of Hyderabad.
Proving its motto of āeducation at your doorstepā it has a large network of about 150 study centers all over Andhra Pradesh.
BRAOU provides its students with printed material accompanied by audio/video lessons. It also broadcasts its lessons through AIR and DoordarshanÕs local channel. The facility of interactive telecommunication is provided by BRAOU, even on Sundays.
The Study Centers of BRAOU are categorized into PG study centers, regional study centers, Twin Cities Centers and District Centers. There are about 13 PG study centers. 7 study centers are meant exclusively for women, while 2 study centers are located in the central prison to cater to the educational needs of the prisoners. The study centers provide services regarding
- Administration
- Tutorial and Counseling
- Information Services
- Library Services
Courses at BRAOU
The Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Open University provides courses at certificate, BachelorÕs degree, PG, and research level. It also offers few professional courses.
Research Programs at BRAOU
- PhD in Development Studies
- MPhil in Development Studies
- MasterÕs Degree Programs at BRAOU
- MasterÕs Degree in History
- MasterÕs Degree in English
- MasterÕs Degree in Economics
- MasterÕs Degree in Public Administration
- MasterÕs Degree in Political Science
- MasterÕs Degree in Mathematics
- MasterÕs Degree in Business Administration
- MasterÕs Degree in Library Science
- MasterÕs Degree in Mathematics and Applied Maths
- BachelorÕs Degree Programs at BRAOU
- BachelorÕs Degree in Arts
- BachelorÕs Degree in Commerce
- BachelorÕs Degree in Science
- BachelorÕs Degree in Library & Information Science
- BachelorÕs Degree in Public Relations
- BachelorÕs Degree in Hotel Management
PG Programs Offered at BRAOU
- Marketing
- Business Finance
- Environmental
- Writing for Mass Media
- Human Rights
- Women studies
- Professional Courses at BRAOU
- Business Administration
- Library and Information science
Certificate Courses Offered at BRAOU
- Certificate in Food and Nutrition
- Certificate in English Communication
According to the norms of open universities, the criteria for eligibility, admission, choice of course, methods of teaching and evaluation are quite flexible. This requisites provide opportunities to those who could not pursue higher studies due to unavoidable reasons.
BRAOU Contact Details
Dr Ambedkar Open University
- Prof. G Ram Reddy Marg, Road No. 46, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad-500 033. A P
- EPBX NoÕs:+ 91 040 23680000 (25 lines)
- Fax:+ 91 040 23544830
- Email: info@braou. ac. in
- Web Site: Dr. Ambedkar Open University