Panaji: Goa University (GU) has introduced a Bachelor of Vocation (BVoc) degree programme in Electronics at its School of Physical and Applied Sciences (SPAS) for the academic year 2026-27. The programme will offer specializations in the areas of Internet of Things (IoT), AI-embedded product development, networking and IT consumer hardware, refrigeration, and washing machine, GU has announced.
Eligibility Criteria
Any student who has completed Class XII or an equivalent examination, or two years of the three-year diploma post Class X, can join the programme. Additionally, the university has stated that the following candidates are also eligible: Class XI pass and pursuing continuous schooling; Class XI pass with one year of experience; Class X pass with two years of experience; previous relevant qualification of National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Level 3.5 with 1.5 years of experience; and previous relevant qualification of NSQF Level 3.0 with three years of experience.
Skill-Based Education
Around 13 NSQF or skill subjects are offered from Class IX at the school level, and the BVoc programme provides upward mobility to these students. The vocational bachelor's programmes are designed to offer students flexibility and will have more practical content to bridge the gap between academic education and industry requirements.
Admission Process
Admission will be purely on the basis of merit, calculated as an aggregate of 40% of marks at the qualifying examination and 60% of an aptitude test or interview. Goa University will conduct an entrance test if a large number of applications are received. The BVoc programmes are being offered to provide students with the flexibility to combine academic learning with vocational skills, thereby enhancing their employability.
