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Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc)

In February 2014, the University Grants Commission (UGC) introduced a scheme for skill development in higher education, revised in 2015. This scheme facilitates the integration of vocational training into college or university education, culminating in a Bachelor of Vocational Education (B.Voc) degree.

EduBridge, in collaboration with Himachal Pradesh Kaushal Vikas Nigam (HPKVN), is currently implementing the B.Voc training program in the Retail and Tourism sectors across 4 degree colleges in Himachal Pradesh. This initiative is designed to enhance the employability and entrepreneurial prospects of graduates, thereby contributing to both the state and national economy.

The B.Voc program is a 3-year course, consisting of 6 semesters, and offers multiple entry and exit points. Students following the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) can choose to exit the program with various qualifications such as:

a Certificate (NSQF 4) after 6 months
a Diploma (NSQF 5) after 1 year
an Advanced Diploma (NSQF 6) after 2 years or
B.Voc degree (NSQF 7) upon completing the 3-year program

The B.Voc program targets universities and colleges offering undergraduate education, incorporating specific job roles and their National Occupational Standards (NOSs) alongside a broad-based general education. This approach aims to equip graduates with skills that significantly contribute to India's growing economy by providing employment opportunities, fostering entrepreneurship, and generating relevant industry knowledge along with life skills.

Objectives of B.Voc Program

Balanced Professional and General Education

To provide judicious mix of skills relating to a profession and appropriate content of General Education.

Work-Ready Skills at Every Program Exit

To ensure that the students have adequate knowledge and skills, so that they are work ready at each exit point of the programme.

Flexible Student Entry & Exit Options

To provide flexibility to the students by means of pre-defined entry and multiple exit points.

Enhance employability of the graduates

To integrate NSQF with undergraduate education to enhance graduate employability and meet industry needs, equipping them for both local and global workforce demands.

Provide vertical mobility

To provide vertical mobility to students coming out of 10+2 with vocational subjects.