EDITORIAL ASSESSMENT · NOT A STUDENT TESTIMONIAL
What to investigate
Look beyond the institution name to the branch you would study. Review core courses, elective access and the kind of projects students complete. Ask current students what a normal academic week looks like, including lab preparation and assessments.
Student-life context
Official campus information includes hostels, student governance, sports, clubs and innovation resources. Ask how your department’s timetable and laboratory work interact with these activities.
The question behind the headline
Do not transfer claims about campus placements or hostel access to a non-campus programme. Minimum eligibility, examination participation and a qualifying rank do not independently guarantee a seat.
Ask for a specific example
When speaking with a student, ask which programme and year their experience relates to. Request an example of a class, assessment, support query or activity, rather than a universal rating. Compare several accounts with the institution’s current policy. A positive or negative story can be useful without being representative of every learner.