Autonomy

Loyola became an autonomous college in 1978. However, it continues to be affiliated to the University of Madras and is autonomous, in the sense that it is free to frame its own courses and to adopt innovative methods of teaching and evaluation. The degrees are conferred by the university on the students passing the examinations held by the college and the name of the college will be indicated in the degree issued to them by the University of Madras.

Highlights

• Autonomous syllabus is entirely students centred.
• Project courses being implemented at U.G. level are really laudable.
• Students develop problem-solving skills.
• Teachers help freshers to cope with studies in English.
• There is a wide choice in subjects.
• Students concentrate on non-academic activities too.
• Attendance is strict.
• Improved paper corrections.
• Timely publication of results.
• Departments are free to adapt or adjust the syllabus according to needs.
• Scope for interaction with other department staff and even outside experts.
• Freedom in choice of courses.
• Improved modes of evaluation.
• Periodical changes in syllabus are advantageous in the changing educational scenario.
• Wide range of electives helps students.
• Well-maintained discipline.
• Improved student-teacher interaction.
• Continuous assessment prompts students to study and learn meticulously, rather than make eleventh hour preparation.
• Students are aware of examination dates well in advance.
• Localized administration simplifies work.
• Seminars build confidence in the student.
• Separate classes for beginners and advanced students. (Under the University pattern there is no such separation.)
• Students have the opportunity to learn an additional language.
• Several new courses offered like French for Business / French for Computers / French for Tourism etc. for the benefit of students.
• Each question paper scrutinized by a Board, in addition to double valuation scheme.