Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies
About the Department
Genesis

The Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies is the only one of its kind in Tamil Nadu and it was established in the year 1998 to cater to the requirement of manpower generation in the field of marine research, technology and industries. The Department is situated in a satellite campus extending over 13 acres at Thondi about 60 km away from the main campus. The Department is spread along the wave front having the facility of boat landing jetty. The Department has talented, motivated and well-trained staff members with expertise on multi-disciplinary aspects viz., Geological, Physical, Chemical and Biological Oceanography, Marine biotechnology, Marine microbiology, and Marine pharmacology. Our University is distinctly projecting Oceanography as the course admitting graduates from various disciplines so that the country will have skilled manpower to concentrate on the future requirements in the sphere of marine science and marine engineering. The department has published more than 250 research papers in SCI journals. The department has been nationally recognised by various funding agencies through the schemes such as UGC-SAP(Level I, Phase I 2016-2021and DST-FIST (Level I, Phase I 2018-2023).

Vision
  1. To conserve the marine resources for sustainable development.
Mission
  1. To Increase the scientific knowledge for the development of research capacity
  2. To sustainably manage  and  protect  marine  and  coastal  ecosystems  to  avoid significant adverse impacts
  3. To provide alternative livelihood for fisher women folks
  4. To enhance the biodiversity in marine ecosystem
  5. To Provide access for small scale artisanal fishers to marine resources and markets

Contact Us
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  1. Dr. S. Ravikumar

  2. Professor and Head and Chairperson
  3. Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies
  4. School of Marine Sciences, Alagappa University, Karaikudi – 630003, Tamil Nadu, India.
Faculty
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Dr. S. Ravikumar

Professor and Head and Chairperson


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Dr.V. Sugumar

Associate Professor

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Dr. S. Paramasivam

Associate Professor

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DR. G. Palani Selvan

Teaching Assistant

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DR. V. Vijayakumar

Teaching Assistant

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DR. P. Rajakumaran

Teaching Assistant

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DR. R.P. Praveen Pole

Teaching Assistant

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DR. K. S. Rajkumar

Teaching Assistant


Faculty Credentials / Achievements
Sl. No. Name of the faculty Name of the Award/Achievement/Recognition Awarding Body Year
1. Dr. S. Ravikumar Outstanding Academic and Researcher excellence Award Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2023
2. Dr. V. Sugumar Promising Researcher Award Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2023
3. Dr. S. Paramasivam Promising Researcher Award Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2022
4. Dr. S. Ravikumar Outstanding Researcher Award Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2022
5. Dr. S. Ravikumar RUSA 2.0 Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2021
6. Dr. S. Ravikumar Vallal Alagappar Research Recognition Award Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2020
7. Dr. V. Sugumar Vallal Alagappar Research Recognition Award Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2020
8. Dr. S. Paramasivam Vallal Alagappar Research Recognition Award Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2020
9. Dr. S. Ravikumar Fellow Institute of Biomedical Science, London 2019
10. Dr. S. Ravikumar Honorary Professor and Research Guide Indira Gandhi Technological and Medical Sciences University, Arunachal Pradesh 2019
11. Dr. S. Ravikumar Shri PK Das memorial Life Time Achievement Award Nehru Group of Institution, Tamil Nadu, India 2018
12. Dr. S. Ravikumar Alagappa University Excellence Award for Research Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2016
13. Dr. S. Ravikumar Best Professor Award  in outstanding contributions in the field of OCAS PEARL –A Foundation for Educational Excellence, Madurai, Tamilnadu, India. 2016
14. Dr. S. Ravikumar Best Professor Award for the year 2016 Alagappa University, Karaikudi 2016
15. Dr. S. Ravikumar Shri. G. Sundaram Teacher Memorial Awards KTSTM Trust for Education and Environment, Paramakudi, Ramanathapuram 2015
16. Dr. S. Ravikumar Young Innovator Award EPS Global Medical Development and Inc., Montreal, Canada 2012
17. Dr. S. Ravikumar UGC-BSR Award University Grants Commission, New Delhi 2012
18. Dr. V. Sugumar Young Scientist Department of Science and Technology 2012
18. Dr. S. Ravikumar Shri. P. K. Doss memorial Best Faculty award in Marine Sciences Nehru Group of Institution, Tamil Nadu, India 2010
19. Dr. S. Paramasivam Young Scientist Department of Science and Technology 2010
20. Dr. S. Ravikumar Best Oral Presentation Award, Association of Microbiologists, India Sri sankara Arts and Science college, Department of Microbiology, Enathur, Kanchipuram 2007
22. Dr. S. Ravikumar Indo-Mauritius Post Doctoral Award, UGC Delhi, India University of Mauritius, Mauritius 2007
23. Dr. S. Ravikumar Germany Ministry of Economics and Cooperation Development, Germany Federal republic of Germany, Ministry of Economics and Cooperation Development, Germany 2003
24. Dr. S. Ravikumar Advanced Professional Training of Federal Ministry for Economics and Cooperation Development Federal republic of Germany, Ministry of Economics and Cooperation Development, Germany 2003
25. Dr. S. Ravikumar Fellowship award of the Indian Association of Applied Microbiologists (FIAAM) Indian Association of Applied Microbiologists, Tamilnadu 2000
Programmes on Offer
Sl. No. Programme Level Name of the Programmes Action
1PGM.Sc. Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies
2PGM.Sc., Marine Biology (5 Years Integrated)
3PGPG Diploma in SCUBA Diving
Eligibility
M.Sc. Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies
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B.Sc. Chemistry / Special Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry / Textile Chemistry / Electro-Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / any other Specialization in Chemistry as main subject of study (or) any two of following subjects : Maths, Physics, Botany, Zoology, Computer Applications, Microbiology, Textile Chemistry, Electro-Chemistry, Applied Chemistry as ancillary subjects with a minimum of 55% in Part III (for SC/ST candidates 50%). Admission process is through entrance examinations

M.Sc. Marine Biology (5 Years Integrated)
:

The Eligibility criteria for M.Sc. Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies, B.Sc., in Zoology / Botany / Chemistry / FisheryScience / EarthScience / Physics / Agriculture / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Geology / Aquaculture / Marine Biology / Applied sciences or equivalent thereof in the related disciplines at least 50% marks for SC/ST 45% marks

M.Sc. Marine Biology (5 Years Integrated)
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A Pass in Higher Secondary (+2) with Biology or Bio-Maths (with 50% marks for others and for SC/ST 45% marks )

Value Added Courses
(in PG Programme)

Hatchery Management

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Marine ornamental fish culture

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Marine Plants Vermicompost

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Techniques in Fish Processing

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Fee Structure
Sl.No. Name of the programme Fees in INR
(for Indian nationals for one year)
Mode of study Duration
1 M.Sc
Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies
I Year ₹. 7000.00 Full Time 2 Years
II Year ₹. 5500.00
2 Diploma PG diploma in SCUBA Diving
(Add on course - M.Sc Oceanography &CAS)
₹. 20000.00 Full Time Third and Fourth semester
3 M.Sc
Marine Biology
(5 Years Integrated)
I Year ₹. 5500.00 Full Time 5 Years
II Year ₹. 5000.00
III Year ₹. 5000.00
IV Year ₹. 7000.00
V Year ₹. 5700.00
4 Ph.D
Marine Biology
Full Time ₹. 16500.00 Full-time & Part-time Minimum of 2 Years with M.Phil. and 3 Years with M.Sc.
Part-time ₹. 19000.00
5 Ph.D
Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies
Full Time ₹. 16500.00 Full-time & Part-time Minimum of 2 Years with M.Phil. and 3 Years with M.Sc.
Part-time ₹. 19000.00
Facilities
Infrastructural Facilities: Resources
Department
Department
Department
Smart Class Room
Smart Class Room
Girls Hostel
Girls Hostel
Boys Hostel
Boys Hostel
Dining Hall
Dining Hall
Dining Hall
Conference Hall
WET LAB
WET LAB
Marine Plants Vermicompost
Marine Plants Vermicompost
Ornamental Fish Culture
Ornamental Fish Culture
Library
Library
Library
Library
Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving
Student Research Boat
Student Research Boat
Student Research Boat
Student Research Boat
Mangrove Nursery
Mangrove Nursery
Mangrove Nursery
Mangrove Nursery
Offshore Seaweed Culture
Offshore Seaweed Culture
Live Feed Culture
Live Feed Culture
Marine Drugs Lab
Marine Drugs Lab
WET LAB
Marine Drugs Lab
WET LAB
Chemical Oceanography Lab
WET LAB
Chemical Oceanography Lab
WET LAB
Marine Biotechnology Lab
WET LAB
Marine Biotechnology Lab
WET LAB
Biological Oceanography Lab
WET LAB
Biological Oceanography Lab
WET LAB
Biological Oceanography Lab
WET LAB
Biological Oceanography Lab
Open Sea Farming
Open Sea Farming

The department has well equipped Wet lab facilities for culturing marine organisms like fin fish, shell fish breeding, larval development and related aspects. Since the department is situated in the wave front of Palk Bay, the open sea far

Marine Museum
Marine Museum
Marine MuseumMarine Museum
Marine Museum
Marine Museum
Marine Museum
Experimental Lab Facilities
Physical Oceanography Lab Digital Turbidity Meter
Vacuum filter
Van veen grab
Lux meter
Secchi disk
Niskin water sampler
Nansen water sampler
Turbidity meter
Sieve set
SCUBA equipment
Chemical Oceanography Lab COD digester
Muffle furnace
Water bath
Soxhlet apparatus
coolant
UV-VIS spectrophotometer
Refrigerated Centrifuge
Biological Oceanography Lab Laminar Air Flow Chamber Incubator
Biological Incubator
Thermostat Shaker
Hot Plate
BOD Incubator
Cooling Centrifuge
Phase Contrast Microscope
Hot Air Oven
Marine Drugs Lab Co2 Incubator
Refrigerated centrifuge
Rotary Flash Evaporator
Phase Contrast Microscope
Laminar Air Flow Chamber
Spin Win
Marine Microbiology Lab Colony counter
Gel viewing chamber
Autoclave
Laminar Air Flow
Marine Biotechnology Lab Auto analyser
Orbital shaker
Thermos cycler
Gel documentation
Florescence spectrometer
Kinetic spectrometer
Cooling centrifuge
UV-VIS spectrometer
Laminar air flow chamber
Portable autoclave
Ice cubes Maker
Dry bath
Ultralow temperature freezer(-80 C)
Vortex mixer
Research
Major Research Areas
Marine Natural Products Marine Pharmacology
Marine Microbiology Marine Biotechnology
Aquaculture Biotechnology Drugs from the Ocean
Marine Bio-prospecting Biodiversity and Coastal Zone Management
Crustacean Biology Seafood safety
Remote sensing and Geographical Information system Molluscan Taxonomy and Biology
Environmental Impact Assessment Marine Geology
Research funds from various agencies
Ongoing Research Projects-Rs. 297.0 lakhs
Sl. No. Principal Investigator Project Title Project Period Funding Agency Amount in Rs.
1. Prof. S. Ravikumar Development of Ecofriendly Alternative Natural Products Consortia from Cultivable Marine Fauna and Flora for the Development of Newer Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Products (Ref. No. OESC/HNY4/202/2022) 2022-2027 UN-ECOSOC (Multi institutional Network Project) 267.0 lakhs (Grant Not Received)
2. Prof. S. Ravikumar Bio prospecting of Natural resources for pharmaceutical products. 2022-2024 RUSA 2.0 10.0 lakhs
3. Dr. V. Sugumar Sustainable biomaterials from the marine resources of Palk Bay, India 2022-2024 RUSA 2.0 10.0 lakhs
4. Dr. S. Paramasivam Incorporation of natural preservatives to enhance the shelf life and enrich nutrients in seafoods during storage 2022-2024 RUSA 2.0 10.0 lakhs
Completed Projects: Total Grant-Rs.766.54 lakhs
S.No. Principal Investigator Project Title Project Period Funding Agency Amount in Rs.
1. Dr.C.Stella Environmental Impact Monitoring (EIM) of Sethusamudram Ship Channel Project (SSCP) June 2005-Oct 2005 DCI 71.58
2. Dr.C.Stella Critical Assessment of the Pearl Oyster Status, prevailing Threads and Development strategies for Management. 2007-2009 MoEF-GEF-UNDP-GOMBRT 16.57
3. Dr.C.Stella Present Status Distribution and Threads of Scheduled Mollusks in Mandapam and Kilkarai Group of Islands 2007-2008 MoEF-GEF-UNDP-GOMBRT 9.96
4. Dr.C.Stella Reproductive Biology of Pen shell of Atrina lamellata under suspension culture 2011-2014 UGC 8.82
5. Dr.C.Stella Marine Ecological Survey- Fishing harbour-Thondi,Muthupettai,Mookayur and sethuvbhavasatram,portblair, Andaman, jelly, cement plant near, jafrabad, Gujarat, Development of port in kakinnada 2005-2007 WAPCOS 8.10
6. Dr.C.Stella Development of vasco Bay, Beak water and vaikam Bay-Marmugao port Trust. Modernization of fishing Harbour at, Pondicherry and karikal Marine Ecological Survey for the proposed Helipad at Little Nicobar and the construction of houses in Gol Tikry at Great Nicobar, Andaman 2009-2011 WAPCOS 7.15
7. Dr.C.Stella Taxonomy of chaetognatha species from East Coast of India 2016-2019 AICOPTAX MoEF&CC 32.75
8. Dr.S.Ravikumar Geo-microbial investigation and characterization of microbial community in Manakkudi mangroves of Tamil Nadu (South West Coast of India) 2008-2012 MoEn&F 16.67
9. Dr.S.Ravikumar Molecular characterization of Microbial communities in Gulf of Mannar Marine Biosphere Reserve 2009-2011 MoEF-GEF-UNDP-GOMBRT 3.75
10. Dr.S.Ravikumar Production and Screening of Anti-malarial compounds from coastal and marine and non-halophytic medicinal plants 2009-2012 ICMR 21.00
11. Dr.S.Ravikumar Sustainable utilization of seagrass biowastes for biofuel ethanol production by using Microbes 2011-2014 UGC 10.25
12. Dr.S.Ravikumar Scientific Validation Antimalarial leads from native Indian seaweeds 2016-2019 SERB 29.50
13. Dr.C.Govindasamy Intensive Survey and Inventorisation of Seagrasses Biodiversity in Palk Bay, Bay of Bengal 2009-2012 UGC 9.38
14. Dr.R.Karikalan Heavy minerals deposits during late Holocene in Pichavaram region Tamilnadu, India. 2009-2010 AURF 0.64
15. Dr.R.Karikalan Micro level mapping of morphological changes in the beaches caused by Tsunami in between Cuddalore and NagapattinamTamilnadu, East Coast of India 2011-2015 UGC 9.04
16. Dr.V.Sugumar Studies on the putative role of sex pheromones in the blue swimmer crab 2009-2010 AURF 0.64
17. Dr.V.Sugumar Quantification of Crustacean hyperglycemic hormone and its hemolymph metabolites: following various stresses in the blue crab 2011-2014 UGC 9.12
18. Dr.V.Sugumar Studies of localization and putative role of serotonin in the blue swimmer crab, portunuspelagicus 2012-2015 SERB(OYS) 22.28
19. Dr.S.Paramasivam Screening of potential antimicrobial extracts from marine sponges 2009-2010 AURF 0.64
20. Dr.S.Paramasivam Molecular characterization of psychrotolerant Histamine producing bacteria from Indian mackeral (Rastrelliger kanagurta) 2011-2014 UGC 7.00
21. Dr.S.Paramasivam Detection of public health significance of biogenic amines in the fishery products 2012-2015 SERB(OYS) 18.90
22. Dr.K.Prabakaran Studies on Mineral Resources and Coastal Geomorphology of Rameshwaram Region by using Remote sensing and GIS Techniques 2016-2018 AURF 0.80
23. Prof. C. Stella Taxonomy of Chetognatha species from East coast of India 2016-2019 AICOPTEX-MoEF&CC 32.75 lakhs
24. Prof. C. Stella Taxonomic status and distribution of lesser-known phylum Chaetognatha from East coast of India 2018- 2020 Ministry of Environmental and Forest and Climate Change 26.06 lakhs
25. Prof. C. Stella Biodiversity Assessment of Macro benthic Invertebrates in Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve Area 2018-2020 MOEF &CC - GEF UNDP- GOMBRT 8.64 lakhs
26. Prof. C. Stella Molecular Marker Based Studies on the Molluscan Fauna-Gastropod species from Palk Bay Area for its conservation. 2018- 2021 RUSA 13.00 lakhs
27. Prof. C. Stella Developing Zero waste Management Technology adapted to Karaikkudi, Sivagangai district in Tamil Nadu. 2021-2024 TANSCHE 50.94 lakhs
28. Prof. S. Ravikumar Scientific validation of Antimalarial leads from native Indian Seaweed 2016-2020 DST-SERB 29.50 lakhs
29. Prof. S. Ravikumar Geospatial monitoring of microplastic hazards along Gulf of Mannar Marine Biosphere Reserve, Tamil Nadu 2019-2022 DST-NRDMS 34.69 lakhs
30. Prof. S. Ravikumar Assessment of clean water and sanitation in view of covid-19 along Sivagangai district to achieve sustainable Development Goal-6 2021 UGC-STRIDE 0.64 lakhs
31. Prof. S. Ravikumar Development of antiinfectives from natural resources 2021-2022 RUSA 2.0 51.33 lakhs
Ph.D. Awarded
S.No Name of the Candidate Research Supervisor Year of Award
1 Dr. Rahul Varma Dr. V. Sugumar 2024
2 Dr. P. Nigariga Dr. V. Sugumar 2024
3 Ms.K.Priyanga Prof. C. Stella 2023
4 Ms.SarahTmil Kanni Peter Prof. C. Stella 2023
5 Ms. Padmavathathy Prof. C. Stella 2023
6 Mr.P.Paul Prof. C. Stella 2022
7 Mr.S.SanchaeHullas Prof. C. Stella 2022
8 Mr.J.Bharath Prof. C. Stella 2022
9 Dr. M. I. Beema Mahin Dr. V. Sugumar 2020
10 Mr. S. Prasannakumar Prof. S. Ravikumar 2018
11 A. Arulkumar Dr. S. Paramasivam 2018
12 Dr. R. Saravanan Dr. V. Sugumar 2017
13 J. Siva Dr. C. Stella 2015
14 L. Kanagu Dr. C. Stella 2015
15 R. Srinivasan Dr. C. Govindasamy 2014
16 V. Sriramkumar Dr. E. Kannapiran 2014
17 S.Prakash Dr.E.Kannapiran 2013
18 P.Neelakandan Dr.S.Ravikumar 2013
19 R.Gokulakrishnan Dr.S.Ravikumar 2013
20 A.kalaiarasi Dr.S.Ravikumar 2012
21 M.Thayalan Dr. C. Stella 2012
22 R.Ravichandran Dr. C. Stella 2012
23 C.Balalakshmi Dr. C. Stella 2012
24 M.Kalaiarasi Dr. C. Stella 2012
25 G.PalaniSelvam Dr.S.Ravikumar 2012
26 M.UthiraSelvan Dr.S.Ravikumar 2012
27 P.Ruban Dr.C.Govindasamy 2012
28 P.Senthilkumar Dr. C. Stella 2011
29 M.Gannadesigan Dr.S.Ravikumar 2011
30 M.Syed Ali Dr.S.Ravikumar 2011
31 R.Dominic Sahaya Rajan Dr. C. Stella 2010
32 P.Suganthi Dr.S.Ravikumar 2010
33 S.Jacob Inbanesan Dr.S.Ravikumar 2010
34 M.Raja Dr.S.Ravikumar 2009
35 V. KalaiGandhi Dr. E. Kannapiran 2008
36 M.Palanisamy Dr. C. Stella 2008
37 P. Paniyadima Dr. E. Kannapiran 2007
Ph.D. Ongoing
S.No Name of the Candidate Research Supervisor
1. Smruti Sudha Chand Dr. S. Paramasivam
2. Aneetta Libya Job Dr. V. Sugumar
3. K. Subramanian Dr. C. Stella
Memorandum of Understanding and Research Collaboration (2018 – 2023)
ONGOING Year
National Institutes
ECW, Temple Adventure, PRO SCUBA Dive Academy, East coast water sport Pvt. Ltd., Pondicherry 2023
Sethu Baskara Agriultural College and Research Foundation, Karaikudi 2020
Sea6 Energy Pvt Ltd, Tuticorin 2018
National Collaboration Institutes
National Centre for Nano Science and Nano Technology, University of Madras 2020
Department of Marine Science, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli 2020
Faculty of Marine Sciences, Annamalai University, Portonovo 2018
Department of Microbial Biotechnology, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore 2018
Department of Marine and Coastal Studies, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai 2015
Alumni
Alumni Feedback
director

Palanikumar Natarajan,

2001 batch of MSc (Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies)

Assistant Director ( Technical) at Export Inspection Council,
Ministry of Commerce and Industry,
Government of India,
New Delhi.

My college days at Department of Oceanography, Alagappa University are the best part of my life. My department encouraged me to explore my talent & potential by providing an exceptional integrated learning environment.

I am really grateful to my professors especially who have changed my whole aspect towards learning.

I’m happy to be part of alumni of the department and involved in upgrading activities of Alagappa University.

I express my heartfelt thanks to the institution for giving me the perfect opportunity to explore myself. I am grateful to be part of such an institution.

Looking for to work with my university.

director

Dr. J. Jerald Wilson, MSc., Ph.D.

Senior Marine Biologist Assystem Radicon

Saudi Arabia.

I am glad to share my testimonial, reflecting on the profound gratitude I hold for the Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies (OCAS). My passion for the deep blue waters and their captivating inhabitants, especially coral reefs, has been a lifelong pursuit. My journey into the depths of oceanic knowledge commenced at OCAS, a true beacon of enlightenment. As an MSc student of the first batch, I was fortunate to be guided by esteemed professors who imparted invaluable wisdom despite resource constraints. Beyond the classroom, our educational odyssey included frequent field trips, allowing us to actively contribute to the establishment of the marine museum. OCAS has not only deepened my understanding of the ocean's intricacies and the enchantment of coral reefs but has also catalyzed my personal growth. From a non-swimmer to an experienced SCUBA diver with over 2500 dives worldwide, my transformation is a testament to OCAS's profound impact on my academic and personal journey.Looking for to work with my university.

director

Selvanathan K

2011 batch M.Sc., Marine Microbial Technology

Assistant Manager (Quality Assurance),
JRJ Sea foods India Pvt Ltd,
Kottaipattinam, Tamilnadu.

My college days at department of Oceanography, at Thondi Campus, Alagappa University are the best part of my life, My department encouraged me to my talent & potential by providing and exaptational integrated learning environment. I am really grateful and special thank to my all professors especially who have changed my whole aspect towards learning, I am very happy to part of alumni of the department and involved in upgrading activities of Alagappa University. I learn of lot of Research experience in this institution on that studying to useful my careers. I express my heartful thanks to institution for giving me the perfect opportunity to explore my life. I am grateful to be part of such an institution.

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Mrs.Sathya Veeramani

(2003 -2006) batch of M.Sc.,M.phil., in Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies

This is sathya from Pudukottai,I completed my M.Sc.,M.phil., in Oceanography and coastal area studies (2003 -2006),here it gives me immense pleasure to give feed back about our department ,In marine science we study all aspects of ocean that’s why it’s. interdisciplinary,In the dept of oceanography and coastal area studies teaching method and qualifications of the faculties are good, well as one of the self financing universities, alagappa is best for the marine studies, have good lab facilities for students,good alumni networking, best hostel facilities in natural environment also often they conduct field work for the students to gain their practical knowledge ,the dept provides many schemes for the students to have the maximum opportunity for education so as a oceanographer am pridefully say we are fortuitous to have such an excellent environment for the marine science and coastal area studies. Thank you

Student Council
Sl. No. Name of the office bearers
2016-17 President Senior Full Time Scholar (On the basis of Registration) Vice-President A Student of Part-Time Research Scholar (on the basis of registration) Secretary A Student of me I PG Oceanography and CAS Joint Secretary II PG Oceanography and CAS Executive council Members
2017-18 P. Paul C. Lathasumathi P. Nigariya. M. Fasuludeen -
2018-19 K. Gavaskar M. Mangaiyarkarasi S. Gopi Rahul varma R. Ajay
2019-20 K. Priyanka S. Sanchalhullas Mohammed Arif M. Neetu Mohan A. Anvar Patza N. Bharathi
2020-21 Rahul varma A. Mathivanan T. Narenkumar Abhinadu.C.R. R. Suhail Hag J. Ahmed Hathil P.M. Abhirami
2021-22 C. Sathya V. Padmavathy Abhijeetkumar Anirban Majumder S. Kanmani raji K.S. Velavan M. Gnanaprakasam P. Yukeshkumar
2022-23 Rahul varma C. Lathasumathi M. Kiruba Trupti Ravindra Bangadkar T. Ahamed Hathil S. Santhosh M.P. Yukesh Kumar V. Bagapriyadharshini M.U. Muthuvijay E. Aarone
2023-24 Smruti Sudha Chand Aneeta Libya Job D.R. Sudharshan Truptiravindrabankadkar P. Jeyabalan S. Manisha K. Kalidhas J. Jusnisam R. Madhankumar
Placement
SI.No. Name of the Student Position Name of the organisation
2022-2023
1. Mr. Ajay R Young Professional-I Central Institute of Brackish water Aquaculture, Chennai.
2. Ms. Vanmathi B Research Associate AURA Biotechnologies Private Ltd., Chennai.
3. Mr. Vikraman R Business Executive Aidez Bharath Biochemicals Private Limited, Coimbatore.
4. Mr. Veerapandi S Physical Trainer Mount Scenario Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Muppaiyur, Sivaganga District.
5. Mr. Surya Prakash R Field Collector Cum Assistant Zoological Survey of India, Chennai.
6. Ms. Tharshini Processing Tech Aswini Fisheries Private Limited, Tuticorin.
7. Mr. Vallarasu D Trainee Aquarist/Diver MARINECAPE, Chennai.
8. Mr. Sibinthar A Project Associate M S Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai.
9. Ms. Sathiyajothi A Chief Executive Officer Myladuthurai Kaveri Fish Farmers Producers Company Limited, Keezhsattanathapuram, Sirkali.
2021-2022
10. Ms. Sobhini Nandy HR Manager NATURAL AIM, Kolkatta.
11. Mr. Akash Dutta Trainee Technical Sales Officer Avanti Feeds Limited, Andhra Pradesh.
12. Mr. Vishwanath Boopathi Project Associate - I National Institute of Oceanography, Goa.
13. Mr. Rajib Saha Young Professional Fishery Survey of India, Mumbai.
2018-2019
14. Mr. Sathishkumar Selvaraj Quality Controller Seaspire Maldives Private Ltd, Maldives.
Events & Extension Activities
SI.No. Year Programme Duration Institution
1. 2023-2024 Outreach Program One day (22-11-2023) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies,
Alagappa University,
Thondi Campus.
2. World Wetland Day One day (02.02.2024) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies,
Alagappa University,
Thondi Campus.
3. Seaweed Cultivation for Fisherfolk One Day (29.02.2024) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies,
Alagappa University,
Thondi Campus.
4. National Science Day One Day (28.02.2024) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies,
Alagappa University,
Thondi Campus.
5. Country boat fish net making for fisher folk Seven Days (23-29.02.2024) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies,
Alagappa University,
Thondi Campus.
6. 2021-2022 Awareness and training programme on fish net making One day (14-06-2022) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies,
Alagappa University,
Thondi Campus.
7. Sankalp programme One day (07-02-2022) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies,
Alagappa University,
Thondi Campus.
8. Capacity Building programme One day (20-12-2022) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies,
Alagappa University,
Thondi Campus.
9. 2018-2019 Learn the production techniques of the nationas own artemia cysts and explore the potential and prospects of seaweed farming Two Days (12-13.03.2024) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies,
Alagappa University,
Thondi Campus.
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