Academicians in many of the universities are of the view that there are challenges in the University Grants Commission (UGC) recommendations on the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS).
The Mumbai University started the CBCS system three years ago and the system is in place across the university except the law faculty. University officials believe that the UGC's move to bring in the credit system is aimed at benefitting the students, bringing the system at par with international education standards, and boosting the mobility of students within the university and outside.
MA Khan, Registrar, Mumbai University said, "However, there are challenges such as drafting the entire new syllabus, defining the credit system, motivating and training staff for smoother implementation, encouraging students to stay involved throughout the term and improving attendance, and continuous evaluation. Our academic board has to play an important role to overcome these challenges and help in preparing the new syllabus in a definite time."
Prof B Thimmegowda, Vice Chancellor of the Bangalore University says the scheme they have introduced enables undergraduate students to earn up to 104 credits with 100 credits being the minimum requirement. There are also courses based on co-curricular, cultural activities, sports subjects etc. Papers on skill development allow students to earn credits.
Implementing the UGC notification is also likely to pose problems for Calcutta University (CU) which has 170 affiliated colleges, some in remote locations, reported HT.
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