A ‘Zero Semester’ for undergraduate programs facilitates the candidates seeking admission towards Diploma, Associate Degrees, Bachelor (4-yr) programs, wherein applicable.  Such candidates having prescribed qualification/degree but having less than 45% marks or CGPA less than 2.0 out of 4, as applicable, can enroll for ‘Zero Semester and upon achieving the prescribed completions requirements can become eligible for subsequent admission towards undergraduate programs.

Duration

It is a one-semester duration program.

Course Exemption

Course(s) exemption is not allowed.

Important Note

1. The courses and their number may be changed from time to time by the University.
2. Students enrolled in the Zero Semester will be bound to obey the rules and regulations of the University.
3. Zero Semester for Undergraduate programs, once qualified will remain valid for all subsequent admissions in the relevant program.

The objective of the 'Zero Semester' program is to provide an opportunity for candidates who have the required qualifications but whose academic performance does not meet the minimum eligibility criteria for admission into undergraduate programs. By allowing these candidates to improve their academic standing through a structured and supportive learning environment, the program aims to enhance their academic skills and knowledge, enabling them to meet the prescribed admission requirements and successfully transition into their desired undergraduate programs.

Candidates who have earned relevant qualification/degree prescribed in admission eligibility criteria with less than 45% marks or CGPA less than 2.0 out of 4, as applicable.

The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, on-line quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GDBs), mid-term and final term exams. The mid-term and final term exams are conducted at VU’s designated centers and usually count for 80 to 85% of the total marks for a course.

The candidates will be required to pass all prescribed courses in a single semester and achieve a semester GPA of at least 2.00 out of 4 in order to become eligible to apply for admission towards desired study program, wherein applicable.

Not  Applicable