About Karnataka State Open University

The prime objective of the university is to bring revolutionary changes in the field of education, by way of making it cost effective and within the reach of one and all. The university encourages students with outstanding merit by providing them opportunities, incentives and facilities to excel.

It has also aimed to meet and fulfill the Industrial Requirements by producing highly skilled and capable professionals to meet the challenges faced by them.

The university imparts educational training and research in the areas of Engineering, Technology, Medicine, Applied Sciences, Management and Agriculture as major thrust areas. The university offers conventional as well as industry related and job oriented structured programmes at Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Research level.

Karnataka State Open University various Diplomas, Degrees and Integrated programmes at the other Campuses/Study Centres located in different parts of city. The campus based and distance learning programmes are conducted in absolute alignment without any compromise in terms of the quality and content.

Various programmes offered by the university and instruction delivery methodology are governed by the vision of the governing body and academic council consisting of experienced and renowned academicians.

The University accords top priority to the placement of graduates and postgraduates in various sectors of the country. A separate cell has been created to look after this vital function. The placement cell functions as an independent responsible unit. Apart from the placement activities, the cell strives to promote co-ordination with industry to assess the industrial requirements.

UNIQUE FEATURES OF THE UNIVERSITY

Globalization of Education Karnataka State Open University welcomes the students from all over the world and aspires to provide them with aptitudes and skills necessary to function within the diverse cultural, religious and social parameters.

The Polytechnic is committed to prepare the students to excel in a rapidly changing global environment.

Value Education The university's motto is to impart value education making the students not only professionals but also sensitive and caring individuals forming the core of our society.

Professionalism Our stride towards excellence and commitment to innovative ideas, ensures professional excellence of our students, their wider acceptance and appreciation in the industry and society.

We equip our students with professional skills to succeed in meeting various challenges of life.

Community Education Programmes The KSOUcontributes to the development of the society and encourage community participation through various training workshops, seminars, symposiums, conferences and short-term courses of continuing education.

Cooperation with National & International Institutions Dynamic interaction with other institutions and mutual sharing of expertise helps in developing high educational standards of the university.

Overseas Training A separate overseas career counseling and training division will caters to the employment needs of our students in overseas market.

Placement in Premier Organizations The KSOU Placement Cell constantly interacts with the best organizations in business and ensures excellent positions in the Corporates for the students.