IGNOU to offer one year diploma course in Meat processing

Updated on: Saturday, July 20, 2013

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), will be offering a one year distance diploma course in meat processing courses from this academic session starting from july according to varsity statement.

The programme has been launched in collaboration with the ministry of food processing industries.

"The aim is to provide knowledge and skills for quality production of meat and its products, to achieve technical proficiency in good slaughter practices, handling meat on scientific lines and to perform testing and quality control of meat and meat products," the statement said.

The mediums of instruction are English and Hindi. It is open for candidates who have passed classes 10 and 12. Those who have cleared the Bachelor Preparatory Programme (BPP) from IGNOU can also apply.

"The fee is Rs 12,000. Students from rural areas and candidates living below poverty line in urban areas can avail 50 per cent concession on submission of valid proof," the statement added.

Aspiring students can obtain the form and prospectus from the university's regional centres for Rs 200.

IGNOU to offer one year diploma course in Meat processing

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