George College Department of Education, Kolkata

George College Department of Education, Kolkata, is a college established in the year 2016. Located in Maheshtala, Kolkata, it is one of the affiliated colleges in this city. This co-education institution has been approved by the National Council of Teacher Education, thus proving that the quality measure, regarding teacher education, is properly taken care of.

This college offers two specialisations in education with a total enrolment of 229 students on a 0. 79-acre campus with a faculty strength of 24, making for a healthy student: teacher ratio. It offers a two-year full-time Bachelor of Education (B. Ed. ) programme affiliated with Baba Saheb Ambedkar Education University (BSAEU), Kolkata.

George College Department of Education is committed to providing students with an overall learning environment. Thus, it offers facilities for both academic and personal development. The library provides the knowledge hub of the campus, which stocks more than 4,539 books on 2,526 titles, in addition to national and international journals. An e-library system enhances digital access to resources.

Its IT infrastructure is yet another strength, where an ICT lab with about 100 computers provides the necessary environment for the students to develop vital digital skills. George College Department of Education runs two regular courses: Bachelor of Education (B. Ed) and Diploma in Elementary Education D. EI. Ed).

The former prepares students for a career in teaching/education, while the latter makes students qualify for the same at the elementary level. These two-year courses have been designed to offer both theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for teaching. Degree Name Total Number of Seats Total Fees B. Ed 100 Rs 1,50,000 D. El.

Ed 50 Rs 96,000 Admission to George College Department of Education is based on merit, taking into account marks secured in the qualifying examination and/or entrance test. Admission to B. Ed. is made as per state government, UT administration, and university-affiliated policies. D. El. Ed. follows the same admission process.

Its admission process is governed by the principle of merit-based admission as per state government guidelines. Its commitment towards quality education is proven through its NCTE approval, which proves that these programmes meet the national standards set for teacher education.