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11. International Relations

International Students
The International Affairs wing of Andhra University started functioning way back in late Nineties'. It
has an Advisory Board headed by Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor as Chairman and Dean, International
affairs as Convener. International Affairs Office is being headed by Dean to look after the
International, NRI, PIO and OCI admissions in different UG, PG, Ph.D, Diploma and other programs
offered by University. Supernumerary seats of 15% to foreigners and 5% to NRIs/PIOs/OCIs are
available in the University Campus Colleges and also in Affiliated
Colleges in each course subject to eligibility.

Activities of International Affairs

 International Students and Research scholars' admissions including NRIs, PIOs and OCIs
 MOUs with foreign universities
 Design and implementation of joint and twinning programs
 Conduct of International Students Annual Meet
 Counseling to International Students
 Foundation courses to International Students
 International Joint Research programs through MoUs
 Promotion of AU courses at International level etc

Special provisions to International Students
 Admissions are open for all courses offered by the University on merit.
 A special office headed by a Senior Professor designated as Dean, International Affairs is
available to facilitate all support services without any delay.
 Hostel facility is available to boys and girls Students
 International Students are permitted to pursue programs of their interest offered by School of
Distance Education along with the regular courses.
 Purified drinking water.
 Round the clock high speed Wi-Fi facility.
 Access to the learning and sports infrastructural facilities.
 Participation in cultural events along with local students.
 Campus and hostel atmosphere reflecting unity in.
 Diversity and harmonious relationships.
 Exclusive browsing center at Dr.V.S.Krishna Central Library
 Transparent academic grading system
 Soft skills and skill up-gradation are provided on priority in curriculum design.

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