Gone are the days when the students of “External System”, Distance Education Mode in Indian context, were considered inferior to students passed out of regular colleges or universities. Our University, committed to the principles of ‘expansion, equity and excellence’ has taken care that candidates awarded degrees and diplomas under Distance Learning Programme have attained the same academic standard, irrespective of the mode or place of study. In pursuance of this approach we are engaging the same teachers, who are teaching in the University and in its affiliated colleges, to prepare the study material, teach the contact classes and evaluate the answer scripts.

We have adopted all forms of teaching to “reach the unreached.” Similarly with a view to meeting then aspirations of those employed, who would wish to update or augment their skill or opt for change of career, online mode has been introduced in collaboration with institutions endowed with this expertise. I congratulate those who have chosen to enroll with ONLINE CAMPUS to pursue various sought-after courses. Teaching-Learning process is not merely for profit sharing, it is for nation-building as well. Keeping this in mind ONLINE CAMPUS as well as the Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University will strive together to cater to the academic needs of the student community and see that they come out with flying colors.

With best wishes 
Dr. K.A. Manikumar
M.A., Ph.D.