Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University

Dr. B R Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) was the first Open University to be established in the country. It came into existence in August 1982, due to a bill passed by the Andhra Pradesh State Legislature. Previously known as the Andhra Pradesh Open University, it is located in the city of Hyderabad. Keeping up to its motto of "education at your doorstep", it has a large network of about 150 study centers all over Andhra Pradesh.

BRAOU provides its students with printed material accompanied by audio/video lessons. It also broadcasts its lessons through AIR and Doordarshan's local channel. The facility of interactive telecommunication is also provided by BRAOU on Sundays.

The Study Centers of BRAOU are categorized into PG study centers, regional study centers, Twin Cities Centers and District Centers. There are about 13 PG study centers. 7 study centers are meant exclusively for women, while 2 study centers are located in the central prison to cater to the educational needs of the prisoners. The study centers provide services regarding -

  • Administration
  • Tutorial and Counseling
  • Information Services
  • Library Services.

Courses at BRAOU

The Dr. B R Ambedkar Open University provides courses at certificate, Bachelor's degree, PG, and research level. It also offers few professional courses.

Research Programs at BRAOU

  • Ph.D in Development Studies
  • M.Phil. in Development Studies

Master's Degree Programs at BRAOU

  • Master's Degree in History
  • Master's Degree in English
  • Master's Degree in Economics
  • Master's Degree in Public Administration
  • Master's Degree in Political Science
  • Master's Degree in Mathematics
  • Master's Degree in Business Administration
  • Master's Degree in Library Science
  • Master's Degree in Mathematics and Applied Maths.

Bachelor's Degree Programs at BRAOU

  • Bachelor's Degree in Arts
  • Bachelor's Degree in Commerce
  • Bachelor's Degree in Science
  • Bachelor's Degree in Library & Information Science
  • Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations
  • Bachelor's Degree in Hotel Management

PG Programs at BRAOU

  • Marketing
  • Business Finance
  • Environmental
  • Writing for Mass Media
  • Human Rights
  • Women studies

Professional Courses at BRAOU

  • Business Administration
  • Library and Information science.

Certificate Courses at BRAOU

  • Certificate in Food and Nutrition
  • Certificate in English Communication.

According to the norms of open universities, the criteria for eligibility, admission, choice of course, methods of teaching and evaluation are quite flexible. This provides opportunities to those who could not pursue higher studies due to unavoidable reasons.

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BRAOU Contact Details
Dr. Ambedkar Open University
Prof. G. Ram Reddy Marg, Road No. 46
Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad - 500 033. A.P.
EPBX No's: +91 040 23680000 (25 lines)
Fax: +91 040 23544830
Email: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.braou.ac.in/