Kerala introduces apprenticeship degree for final-semester arts, science, commerce students
· India · The Hindu, NDTV
The Kerala government will implement the Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programme (AEDP) from the present academic year, integrating six months of industrial training into undergraduate courses. Students in arts, science and commerce streams will undergo on-the-job training alongside their studies. The scheme, under the Union Ministry of Education's Board of Apprenticeship Training, aims to enhance employability and practical skills. Participants will receive a monthly stipend of ₹10,900 for undergraduates and ₹9,600 for diploma holders.
Why it matters
Final-semester students in Kerala's arts, science and commerce colleges will gain paid industrial experience before graduation, directly improving their job readiness and career prospects.
Read the original report — The Hindu
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