KVM College of Science and Technology, [KVMCST] Alappuzha: Courses, Facilities

Mahima Jain

Table of Contents

• Highlights
• Courses
• Why Choose KVM College of Science and Technology?
• Placements
• Rankings and Awards
• Admission
• Infrastructure Facilities

KVM College of Science and Technology Highlights

The highlights of the KVM College of Science and Technology, such as university type, approvals, facilities, etc are mentioned below.

KVM College of Science and Technology Courses

KVM College of Science and Technology offers various courses at various levels. KVM College of Science and Technology currently offers admission for a postgraduate program in the field of Biotechnology. Along with this, Summer training programs are also conducted by the department every year. Below is the table of the courses along with their specializations.

Why Choose KVM College of Science and Technology?

KVM College of Science and Technology Admission

• Candidates can apply for the programs on the official website of KVM College of Science and Technology.
• Candidates can purchase the Information Brochure and Application Form from KVM College of Science and Technology.

KVM College of Science and Technology Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for KVM College of Science and Technology courses depend on the type of course chosen. Mentioned below are few courses along with their eligibility criteria.

KVM College of Science and Technology M.Sc Biotechnology Eligibility

M.Sc Biotechnology is a full-time hands-on course that equips individuals to get the knowledge and skills needed in the growing Science and Technology industry. The duration of the course is 2 years. This course is recognized by Cochin University of Science and Technology.

Eligibility Criteria

• The candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any branch of Life Sciences including Agricultural and Medical Sciences/Chemical Sciences /Chemical Engineering with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate.

KVM College of Science and Technology Infrastructure Facilities

The institute includes a full-fledged digital and well-stocked modern library. The library has many departments with a rich series of books, projects, and journals. The institute additionally provides an excellent lab facility, state-of-the-art computer labs, and all of them are equipped with modern equipment. KVM College of Science and Technology Alappuzha gives all the measures to college students for better training and accommodation. All the necessities are fulfilled and taken care of by the institute premises. Some of the facilities are mentioned below.

Smart classrooms

• The concept of a digitized classroom has not only made education interesting but also a chance for the students to enhance their performance.
• It provides the students with smart classrooms that foster opportunities for teaching and learning by integrating technology.

Laboratory

• The laboratory is equipped with the most modern equipment and provides each and every student gets an opportunity to perform their experiments.

Library

• The KVMCST library comprises one thousand two hundred and ten books in various disciplines like Biotechnology, Virology, Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Bioprocess technology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Plant tissue culture,  Enzymology, Environmental Biotechnology, waster water engineering, Food safety, and laboratory manuals, etc.
• Hard copies of journals available in the library are the Indian Journal of Natural Products and Resources, the Indian Journal of Experimental biology, the Indian Journal of Biochemistry and Biophysics, the Indian Journal of Biotechnology, Current Science, and Biospectrum.
• This library is also a member of the Developing Library Network (DELNET) and DELNET supported journals and e-books are open to students. In addition to this, hard copies of the reputed national and international journals are also available.

Conveyance

• College buses fly from Haripad, Ambalapuzha, Alappuzha, Muhamma, Edapally, Fort Cochin, Changanassery, Vaikom to the college campus.

Counseling center

• Programs for HR Training and counseling are conducted on a continuous basis by experts.
• In case a student has any problem with course work, personal and emotional problems, expert counselors are there to extend help.

Canteen

• The College houses a full-fledged mess with a seating capacity of more than 300.
• Hygienic cooking facilities ensure high quality and tasty food for the students and the staff.
• In addition, a canteen of Himalaya Bakers is functioning within the campus which provides a variety of food and beverages at subsided rates.

KVM College of Science and Technology Hostel Details

• There are separate hostels for boys and girls students within the campus with a capacity of about 100 in each.
• A serene atmosphere with utmost care and security is provided with ample facilities for recreation, medical aid, transportation, etc.
• This stress-free zone helps students to concentrate on their studies without any hindrance.
• A resident warden, deputy warden and a team of resident tutors ensure maintenance of a homely atmosphere and discipline.
• Medical help if needed is provided by KVM Hospital, Cherthala.

KVM College of Science and Technology Placement Cell

The Corporate Relation and Placement cell at KVMCST works relentlessly to provide all possible assistance to students in their efforts to find employment, and also to cater to the needs of various organizations in conducting campus interviews for placements. It is coordinated by a Placement Chief Coordinator, and an executive committee is formed with faculty representatives from all departments. The Cell is also assisted by student placement coordinators. The Training and Placement service operates year-round to facilitate contacts between companies and graduates. Below is a list of top companies participating in the placement drive of KVM College of Science and Technology.