Meston College of Education [MCE], Chennai: Courses, Fees, Placements

The vision of the Founder-Principal , Rev. T.R. Foulger and his pioneering efforts enabled the College to see new milestones and reach post graduate status with M.Ed., degree programme in 1943 with co-operation from various institutions in the city. In 1975 the College was recognized for research leading to Ph.D., degree and in 1991 for M.Phil., course. Thus the College now has four programme of study and research. Prof. D.T. Chiranjivi who succeeded the Rev. T.R. Foulger and subsequent principals.

Meston College Of Education, Chennai is one of the Top colleges in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. it's Affiliated with Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University, Chennai. Get Courses, Facilities, Placements, Recognitions & Accreditations details.

The vision of the Founder-Principal, Rev. T.R. Foulger, and his pioneering efforts enabled the College to see new milestones and reach postgraduate status with M.Ed., degree program in 1943 with cooperation from various institutions in the city. In 1975 the College was recognized for research leading to a Ph.D., degree and in 1991 for M.Phil., course. Thus the College now has four programs of study and research. Prof. D.T. Chiranjivi who succeeded the Rev. T.R. Foulger and subsequent principals. Meston College of Education is approved by the reputed NCTE and UGC, accredited by NAAC-A, and is affiliated with TNTEU, Chennai. Management of Meston College of Education, Chennai.

Accreditation and Ranking

Meston College Of Education, Chennai MCE approved by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) and is Affiliated with Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University.

Courses Offered

Meston College Of Education, Chennai MCE Courses are offered at various levels like Undergraduate Degree i.e. Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) Biological Sciences, Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) Computer Science Postgraduate Degree i.e. Master of Education (M.Ed.), and many more. You can also find a brief overview of the different courses offered by the university across various disciplines with their specializations on the Course page.

MCE Infrastructure and Facilities

MCE Laboratory :

This center has LCD and OHP projectors, slide projectors, and other equipment to aid the teaching-learning process. Under the guidance of a qualified Audio-Visual Technician, student-teachers make use of the center for instructional training.

MCE Digitalized Language Laboratory :

With the objective of actively involving students in English learning, the Digitalized Language Laboratory has been developed which could accommodate 30 students at a time.

MCE Psychology Laboratory :

A Psychology Laboratory is maintained by the College in which experiments in Psychology are conducted as part of the B.Ed. practical curriculum. The Psychology Laboratory also serves the M.Ed., M.Phil. students and Ph.D. Research Scholars in selecting their tools for their research.

MCE Computer Laboratory :

The College has an ICT center that can accommodate 30 students at a time. The center is maintained by a qualified staff, who also conducts theory and practical classes for the students. The center is available during and after class hours.

B.Ed. students use Computer Laboratory for PowerPoint presentations and website evaluation. Computer-literate students and students with knowledge of computer applications assist beginners during their free time. Beginners in computers are given extra time after College hours. M.Ed. and Research scholars make use of the lab for data analysis and for related literature.

MCE Laboratory :

Biological Science Classroom cum Laboratory.

Physical Science Classroom cum Laboratory.

Mathematics Classroom cum Laboratory.

Students use the laboratories during teaching practice. Initial preparation in the conduct of experiments and use of apparatus is practiced at the laboratories.

MCE Library

A qualified Librarian maintains the Library. It is open to staff and students from 09.15 a.m. to 05.30 p.m. It is also kept open on holidays during exam periods on request from students. The Open Access system is followed except for reference books. General Books, Subject Books, Encyclopedias, Theses, Reference Books, Journals, Periodicals, and Newspapers (both Tamil and English) are made available to staff and students. A vast collection of books especially in the areas of mental retardation is available. The question papers and syllabus for various subjects are made available for reference. Apart from Braille Books, Tape Recorder and Audio Cassettes are also available for blind students. Students and staff of other Colleges are also allowed to use the Library under certain conditions. The Library can accommodate 40 persons at a time.

MCE Hostels :

The hostels for both men and women are functioning within the College campus with the objective of fostering fellowship among the hostellers and promoting personality traits related to the teaching profession. The mess provides both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. It is run on a dividing basis. Games and recreational activities to promote physical development, daily evening devotion to inculcate spiritual values, and personal guidance are provided to the hostellers. The overall functioning of the hostels is a cooperative endeavor of the inmates under the guidance of the Warden.

MCE Sports and Games:

This College has playgrounds for Football, Cricket, and Hockey and courts for Tennis, Basket Ball, Hand Ball, Badminton, Shuttle Cock, etc. The Director of Physical Education is in charge of the sports and games activities.

MCE Indoor Sports Training Facilities

James Cooling Indoor Sports Training Facilities Centre, sponsored by UGC is functioning in our College campus. It is fully furnished with wooden flooring and lighting. Two Shuttle Badminton Courts, Gymnastic equipment, and Yoga Mats are available. Our students utilize this center every day to keep themselves fit and healthy.

Scholarships

The following Scholarships are awarded by the various Government Departments as given below:-

Category Scholarship granted by SC & ST Students Department of Adi-Dravidian and Tribal Welfare

BC Students

Department of Backward Classes

MBC Students

Department of Most Backward Classes

SC & ST Converts – Hostellers

Adi-gravida Department – Special grants

Visually and Orthopedically handicapped students

Department of Social Welfare

Stipend to SC/ST/OBC(Non creamy layer) Minorities

Vision

To create impactful knowledge and develop innovative, ethical, responsible, and global leaders, who will transform organizations and society at large.