Courses Offered at St. Thomas College, Pala: UG, PG & PhD Programs- Kottayam

St. Thomas College Palai, located in Kottayam, offers over 45 courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels in the streams of Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Vocational, and Computer Applications. BBA Honours is the flagship course of St. Thomas College Palai, often sought after, with admissions typically offered based on merit and university-mandated entrance examinations. Besides, St. Thomas College Palai also offers diverse additional programs like BSc Psychology, the popular BVoc Sustainable Agriculture, and a robust BCA Computer Applications degree.

Students can choose from flagship programs such as BBA Honours and the highly regarded MCom, alongside other specialised courses. St. Thomas College Palai, often simply referred to as "the College," ensures students are well-prepared in their respective courses, boasting experienced faculty and regularly updated curricula. Further, St. Thomas College Palai has been consistently ranked, including a notable 12th position in Kerala by 'The Chronicle of Higher Education' and maintaining a strong local presence. The institution also has over 10+ tie-ups with various industry partners for internships and skill development. St. Thomas College Palai proudly provides 19 UG courses, 17 PG courses, and 11 PhD programs across its various departments.

At St. Thomas College Palai, admission to each program is based on a combination of academic merit, relevant qualifications, and program-specific requirements. While criteria may vary depending on the level and type of program, applicants can generally expect to meet following criteria:

UG Programs

• Eligibility: Completion of high school or an equivalent qualification (10+2 system).
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 50% aggregate in high school, subject to program specific criteria.
• Entrance Exams: Some programs may require a Common Entrance Test. Specific details will be provided per program by the College.
• Documents: Transcripts, mark sheets, a motivation letter, and letters of recommendation if applicable.

PG Programs

• Eligibility: A recognized UG degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum 55% or 6.0 CGPA in the UG degree, subject to specific program requirements at St. Thomas College Palai.
• Entrance Exams: Some programs may require standardized tests such as a Departmental Aptitude Test or University Level Entrance Exam.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, resume, and letters of recommendation.

PhD Programs

• Eligibility: A Master's degree in a relevant field from a recognized university.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 60% or 6.5 CGPA in the Master's program, with a preference for applicants with research experience.
• Research Proposal: A detailed research proposal outlining your intended research area, subject to faculty approval from the St. Thomas College Palai research committee.
• Entrance Exams/Interviews: Some programs may require an entrance exam and subsequent interview.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, research proposal, and letters of recommendation.