Mercy College [MC], Palakkad: Courses, Fees, Placements

Mercy College, Palakkad, a govt. aided arts and science women’s college, affiliated with the University of Calicut, was established in the year 1964. It was a dream come true the dream of St. Chavara Elias and the Carmelite Missionary Fr. Leopold Beccaro. This Institution is administered by the Jai Christo C.M.C. Educational Agency, Palakkad under the religious jurisdiction of the Bishop of Palakkad.

Mercy College, Palakkad is one of the Top College in Kerala. It's Affiliated with the University of Calicut, Malappuram Get Courses, Facilities, Placements, Recognitions & Accreditations details.

Accreditations and Ranking:

Mercy College, Palakkad Affiliated with the University of Calicut, Malappuram, and is Approved by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), and University Grants Commission (UGC).

Courses Offered:

The College offers four programs of degrees The College offers Courses offered by Undergraduate and postgraduate Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Computer Science, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Physics, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Chemistry, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Mathematics, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Zoology, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Botany, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Biotechnology, Bachelor of Arts (BA) History, Bachelor of Arts (BA) Economics, Bachelor of Arts (BA) English Language And English Literature, Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA), Bachelor Of Commerce (B.Com.) Finance, Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) Computer Applications, Master of Science (M.Sc.) Mathematics, Master of Science (M.Sc.) Physics, Master of Science (M.Sc.) Botany, Master of Science (M.Sc.) Chemistry, Master of Arts (MA) Economics, Master of Arts (MA) English Language And Literature, Master of Social Work, Master Of Commerce (M.Com.) Finance.

Infrastructure and Facilities:

Mercy College, Palakkad of Advanced Studies has a large and well-maintained campus and offers a tranquil learning environment. The buildings are modern and equipped with the latest technology from Mercy College, Palakkad of Advanced Studies, which facilitates teaching and teacher development. The classrooms, units, and laboratories of Mercy College, Palakkad of Advanced Studies are spacious, comfortable, and designed to ensure the highest quality of education. The library is excellent too, with a huge range of books, online resources, and knowledgeable librarians.

Some Other Facilities of the Mercy College, Palakkad are:

Girls Hostel:

Mercy College offers accommodation for resident girl students. There are two hostels, one main hostel on the campus and a hostel annex (Jayamatha) funded by the UGC outside the campus. The main hostel has been established in 1964 with a capacity of 370 inmates and the Jayamatha annex provides accommodation for 50 inmates. It provides complete security to the inmates and provides a feeling of ‘home away from home’.Hostel facilities are provided for UG and PG students and the application to these hostels may be given on the day of the admission itself. The special features of the hostel include a reading room, recreation room, prayer room, and snack bar. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods are provided. Each hostel room can accommodate 3-4 inmates. All major festivals and Hostel Day are celebrated with great enthusiasm. There is a separate accommodation facility for resident faculty.

Medical/Hospital:

The college has a health center to provide quality medical services in our new modern premises and maintain continuity of care for all our registered patients. First aid, outpatient, and emergency care facilities are available. Health center staff includes a qualified doctor on a part-time basis and a qualified nurse on a full-time basis. The health center provides periodical checkups to the students followed by treatment if necessary. Health center renders help to poor people in the locality, especially women and children. Medical camps and eye camps are also organized in association with various hospitals. Free medicines are given to the needy.

Gym:

If exercise is a pill, it would be one of the most cost-effective drugs ever invented. A well-fit body, a multi-stationed fitness center has been attached to the Physical Education Department. The following facilities and equipment are available in the Centre: Pulmonary and Cardiovascular UnitTread Mill, Bicycle Ergometer, Stepper, Cross Over Machine, Leg Curl and Leg Extension MachinePulmonary and Cardiovascular UnitVibratorsBalance and Agility Training Unit Twister, Vital (standing abdomen) and Free WeightsMuscular Development UnitWrist Curl, Peck Deck Machine, High Lat Pulley, Inclined Abdomen Bench, Inclined Leg Press Heavy Machine, Inclined Bench Press These facilities are used by both the staff and students of this college.

Library:

The library has a wide variety of educational and research materials like books, journals, periodicals, textbooks, back volumes, etc.Books: 61885Reference Books: 3000Textbooks: 2991Journals: 40Periodicals: 78Newspaper: 8Back Volumes: 850

Sports:

Mercy College’s Sports Centre offers a wide range of facilities and activities for both students and faculties. Within the 25 acres of campus, we have almost 20 acres of space for sports and games. The Sports Centre boasts a multitude of state-of-the-art facilities, from badminton courts to a 400 meter - 8 lane track. The Sports Center offers ample space for varsity competitions (hosted 4 varsity meets), PE classes, club sports practices, and open recreation users. Indoor Facilities: Shuttle badminton, Table tennis, Chess, Caroms.Outdoor Facilities: Football field, Athletics (400 meter - 8 lane track), Volleyball, Basketball, Ball Badminton, Hockey, Softball, Cricket, Handball, Kho-Kho, Kabaddi.

Cafeteria:

The College canteen has been established in the year 1970 with a PTA initiative. The canteen serves meals, snacks, and soft drinks to both students and faculty. Simple wholesome food prepared in hygienic surroundings is provided at subsidized rates. The new separate building for the canteen was constructed in 2010.

Auditorium:

The Mercy Hall, the main auditorium, in a theater-style setting, can comfortably accommodate 2000 persons. It is suitable for conferences, symposia, meetings, seminars, concerts, presentations, and performances. The Hall is divided into four levels with four exits, two on each side. The size of the stage is 12.8 x 8.84 meters. Behind the stage are four backstage dressing rooms for the performers. The Mercy Hall is equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual devices providing services such as film presentations, and a cinema screen. It also functions as an indoor stadium.

Faculty:

The faculty is at par with my expectations which came along with the fame of studying in a college under the world-renowned University. The teachers are highly qualified and efficient in imparting knowledge. The enthusiasm and zeal every teacher bring to class is unparalleled.

Placement:

Placement opportunities in my college were good. Various good companies visited me during my years of graduation from this college. In my last year companies such as Wipro, and TCS made a visit to recruit us however I further chose to pursue my post-graduation after completion.

Mission

To become a center of learning par excellence. To provide value-based education. To promote quality education aimed at global competence. To ensure an integrated development of individuals. To empower women through education.

Vision

Our vision is academic excellence, development of skills, and character formation based on the love of God and service of man as modeled in Jesus Christ. The College also aims at training women for the service of God and Humanity. The College stands for the upliftment and empowerment of women as envisioned by St. Chavara Kuriakose Elias and V. Rev. Fr. Boccaro.