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DAV Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jalandhar
(Affiliated to Punjab Technical University) y
Amritsar College of
Engineering and Technology, Amritsar y
University College of Engineering (UCoE), Punjabi University, Patiala y
Vaish College of Engineering, Rohtak y
Shri Krishna Institute of Engineering and Technology, Kurukshetra y
Global Institute of Management and Emerging technologies, Amritsar y
Sri Sai College of Engineering
and Technology, Amritsar y
Dr. Rajendar Prasad Government Medical College, Kangra, Tanda y
Sri Guru Ram Rai Institute of Medical and Health Sciences, Dehradun y
Maharaja AgArsen Medical College, Agroha (Hisar) y
Government Dental College and Hospital, Patiala y
Dayanand Ayurvedic College, Jalandhar y
Government Dental College, Amritsar y
Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Dental Science and Research, Amritsar
Riding The Low Tide Low percentage doesn’t necessarily sink your dream of a gleaming career as there is a lot on your platter even
without the a la carte ‘course’. Here is how to break out from the blues WITH Board marks reaching galactic heights it is not surprising that a vast number of students have begun to despair. And with limited seats in good colleges, there are many who are wondering if they can ever get themselves a university degree. While marks may give you a benchmark to assess yourself academically, they need not be the only determing factor in your path to the future. The route to success does not depend on marks alone, but on your talents and capabilities - what you can do, what kind of person you are and how you utilize your talents. There are opportunities in all fields and at all levels of achievement - it is upto you to seize the moment and move on. Lets take a close look at some possibilities. Tech Twist
If you are keen on engineering, but low marks came in the way, you can consider a range of alternatives in a number of technical fields. A background in science can open a world of opportunities ranging from electronics, meteorology, plastics, and petrochemicals, to biotechnology, agriculture, floriculture or food sciences. You can take up degree or diploma courses in any of these fields as well as in areas such as software and electronics, printing and packaging technology. Even engineering diplomas can take you far. A three-year engineering diploma in various disciplines can lead onto technical jobs in the manufacturing sector. Most government polytechnics offer engineering diplomas in several different disciplines, for which admission is through a common entrance exam. Moreover, you can also extend your diploma to a degree either through a lateral entry into the second year of an engineering college, or through the associate membership of the Institution of Engineers in the specified field, after passing the relevant exams. Moreover, the scope in the field of computers is endless, and you don’t require an engineering degree for it. From designing programmes, to software applications and multi-media there are now hundreds of institutes in every town and city which conduct short and long term courses. Here again it is the skills that most employers look for. If you can handle networking, database management, systems programming and are fluent in the many new computer languages and processes developed from time to time, jobs in this industry will not be difficult to find. Right now, of courses the buzz is for web designing, e-commerce and security systems for which neither the industry nor prospective employers can get enough trained personnel. Science soiree Getting admission into a science or applied science course does not require sky-scraping marks and can lead to careers in food processing, forestry, plastics and packaging, pharmacy, medical laboratory technology, biotechnology, environmental science and so on. With a further postgraduate training, at either the degree or the diploma level you could be well on your way to a highly paid career future. Currently there is great scope for trained professionals in areas such as food processing, which would require knowledge of chemistry and training in food technology, or home science; and biotechnology, or environmental science for which any life science discipline at graduate level is required. Wildlife sciences and forestry science are other subjects that can lead you towards careers with any environment, ecology or wildlife organisation and with any private or public sector company engaged in the manufacture of timber, plywood, pulp-based products. Commerce cushion The B Com is another sought after course, so what do you do if you cannot make it into a commerce programme. Firstly, try to examine why you need to do commerce, and if any other course can be a suitable alternative. You could take up a B Com programme, for which the cut-off is not as high, a BBE for which admission is through an entrance test, or a vocational degree programme with subjects like sales and marketing, advertising and human resource management. Another good alternative is the BBA programme which is becoming increasingly popular, and offered by so many private institutes. There are any number of seats for courses in subjects such as history, sociology, geography, political science and so on, as cut-offs never reach dizzying heights. A study of history and the past, can provide excellent insights into the present world of politics and international relations, and form the base of knowledge for careers in the civil services, in international organisations, journalism and travel and tourism. For those interested in the social and cultural aspects of history, consider off beat pursuits such as archaeology, museology and art restoration. Humungous humanities Did you enjoy geography in school? Here is a multi-disciplinary science that covers history, sociology and economics as well as geology, meteorology and the sciences. The knowledge and use of geography has helped scientists predict and deal with natural calamities, provide logistics and remote sensing data through geographical information systems, for a range of uses from tourism and travel management to town planning. Geography graduates can also enter a wide range of occupations, such as working with the Survey of India, map-making, nature conservation and protection, management and enhancement of wildlife habitats, tourism development, transportation development and management, and urban planning. Of what use is a degree in political science? Plenty, if you are interested in the careers such as the civil services, law, international relations, journalism, public relations, social work, development studies and several others. Moreover, you can do an MBA after graduation in any of these subjects. With a postgraduation in sociology, there are a whole host of careers you can look forward to, in areas such as the Civil Services, Human Rights law, social work, market research, human resource management, anthropology, travel & tourism, teaching and many others. Creative certifications There are so many different career options irrespective of which subject you choose, and the college you get into. Depending on your aptitude and interest, you can select your career and make a good future for yourself. If you are good in verbal and written skills, you can get into careers related to the media, such as journalism, advertising or public relations, after a postgraduate degree or diploma in mass communication. If you are a creative person then a career in any of the design fields would be worth considering - fashion design, graphics, interior, textile, crafts or animation. If you are good with people and with persuasive skills, you could consider a career in sales and marketing, hospitality, customer care or even insurance. In recent years, diploma and certificate courses are developing job skills focussed on employment. You can join a polytechnic and learn mass communication and video production, travel and tourism management, tourism and catering, fashion technology, gems and jewellery, event management, interior, textile or graphic design. So if you are creative, or have good communication skills, you can directly take up a good design or public relations course, and start working in the field of choice. Enjoy cooking? A good culinary arts programme can help you join a top hotel or restaurant as a chef. Moreover, if you still feel the need of a degree, do one through correspondence while working on the diploma programme, and so pass out not only with the skills required to get a good job, but also a degree, should you later wish to continue with higher studies. There are courses that teach you to work with cameras and sound and lighting equipment, direct short films or work on animation design and gaming. Similarly, there are polytechnics that train for a range of para-medical courses, that can lead to jobs in radiology, medical laboratory technician, occupational therapy and so on which can directly provide jobs in hospital, clinics and nursing homes. And finally, if a college course seems too far out of reach, turn the stumbling block into a business opportunity. One can find innumerable examples of young people who have transformed an idea into a financially viable venture. Whether it is starting a restaurant, laundry, cyber cafe, travel agency or a catering business; or that of supplying flowers and potted plants to offices and commercial complexes, put your skills to use. The variety and scope of such activities can range from the very simple, to the highly elaborate. In fact a growing number of business graduates and professionals have decided to forgo the protected environs of a corporate career to pursue their own dreams of success. So don’t lose heart
out if you don’t have the marks to get into the college of your
dreams, get started on the innumerable other doors that are opening
for you.
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