Andhra University

Posted on Thursday, November 18, 2010

The University bears the name of Andhra Viswa Kala Parishad, a corporation for the development of all Arts in Andhra; the crescent above the name be-speaks the light and charm and beauty of Andhra.he two Serpents or represent the seekers and custodians of wisdom, who imbibe it from the lotus petals.  Tradition also traces back the Andhras to the ancient Nagas, who were worshippers of the Cobra and had it as their heraldic symbol. Dr. Cattamanchi Ramalinga Reddy, the founder Vice-Chancellor of this University choose this emblem designed by Sri Koutha Ramamohana Sastry , which enshrines the lofty Upanishadic ideal.

Vision

To Create New Frontiers of Knowledge in Quest for Development of a Humane and Just society.

Mission

Leverage global knowledge networks to help India and International Community in developing human resources capable of leading creative developments by upholding intellectual traditions and human values.

Library
The Andhra University Library was started in the year 1927, renamed as V.S.Krishna Memorial Library in 1968 as a mark of respect to the former Vice-Chancellor Dr. V.S.Krishna. The Library has two branch Libraries, one in Engineering College and other in Law College. The Library is housed in an imposing structure overlooking the sea.

Faculty

  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Commerce
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Fine Arts
  • Faculty of Oriental Learning
  • Faculty of Yoga
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Phamaceutical Sciences
  • Faculty of Chemical Engineering
  • Faculty of Physical Education

Courses Offered

  • Diploma  Courses (UG)
  • Under Graduate Courses
  • Diploma  Courses (PG)
  • Post Graduate Courses
  • Under Graduate (B.E./B.Tech./B.Pharm/B.Arch.)
  • M.E./M.Tech.
  • M.Sc./MCA
  • M.Phil
  • Ph.D.

Facilities

  • Library
  • Academic Staff Colleges
  • Cyber Lab
  • IQAC
  • USIC
  • Press & Publications
  • Training & Placement
  • Employment & Guidance Bureau
  • Horticulture

Colleges

  • College of Arts & Commerce
  • College of Science & Technology
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Law
  • College of Pharmacy
  • AU Campus, Kakinada
  • AU Campus, Vizianagaram
  • School Of Distance Education

Contact Details
Andhra University,
Visakhapatnam – 530 003,
Andhra Pradesh, India
Official Website: http://www.andhrauniversity.info/