Andhra University was established in 1926 by the Madras University Act to serve the entire linguistic region of Andhra as a residential teaching-cum-affiliating multi-disciplinary university. The institution has Sir C.R. Reddy as its founder Vice-Chancellor and Dr.Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan as the second Vice-Chancellor. A sprawling campus of 425 acres dotted with 205 buildings, vast open spaces, a brilliant ecosystem with its rich biodiversity and magnificent Kailasa Hill as the backdrop with mystic blue of the Bay of Bengal in its front constitute a unique environment in a city such as Visakhapatnam.

 Develop leaders in social work practice and research whose work advances professional values, knowledge, and skills through programmes and policies that enhance well-being and promThe Department offers a regular two years M.A. Social Work programme with four specializations: (i) Medical & Psychiatric Social Work, (ii) Community Development (iii) Family and Child Welfare (iv) Industrial Relations and Personnel Management. The Department also offersDoctoral Programme in Social Work (Ph.D). The teaching methodology comprises classroom instructions, fieldwork, seminars, group discussions and skill development workshops. Along with the classroom teachings, the students gain practical knowledge through observational visits, concurrent field work, consecutive field work and block field work. The students gain the research skills through the project work which is made compulsory in 4th semester of their course.ote human rights and social justice at the local, national, and global level

Andhra University admission to different courses is based on merit and several national and state-level entrance exams. The mode of application at Andhra University is online. For the PG courses such as MA, MSc, MCom, MJMC, M.Lib.Sc, etc., candidates must appear for the AP PGCET entrance exam.

Hostels

Hostel facility is available to both boys and girls, though for a limited number of students. Students from outside Visakhapatnam can seek admission into the hostels by applying to the Chief Warden of the Hostels.

Medical Centres

Both allopathic and homoeopathic medical centres are functioning on the campus. There are two allopathic medical centres, one in the North Campus and the other in the South Campus. The homoeopathic medical centre is situated next to the telegraph office.

Cyber Laboratory

A Cyber Laboratory with internet facility has been established next to the Department of English for the benefit of students, scholars and staff. Anyone wishing to make use of this facility can do so by becoming a member. For further details, Prof. Vijayaprakash, Department of Anthropology may be contacted.

Library

The University Library, officially designated Dr. V.S. Krishna Library, is one of the biggest libraries in the country with about 4,00,000 books. The library subscribes to many national and international journals in all disciplines. There is a Reading Room attached to the Library for the benefit of the students. The Reading room and the Text Book section are kept open round the clock.

Games and Sports

There are two play grounds, viz., The Silver Jubilee play ground and the Golden Jubilee Play ground on the campus. There is a department of Physical Education too. In addition, there is also a Gymnasium.

Yoga

There is a Yoga Village on the beach road, attached to the Institute for Yoga and Consciousness, where various training programmes in yoga are conducted.

Psychological Services

Psychological assessment and counseling is available in the department of Psychology and Parapsychology. Those who wish to avail the services are required to take a prior appointment in person or by making a call to telephone No. 2710031 or 2844430.

NSS

There is an NSS unit in the University, situated near the School of Distance Education, to encourage students to be involved in social service activities.

Assistance to Foreign Students

There is a Foreign Students' Advisor on the campus, who coordinates and monitors the requirements of the foreign students. Prof. U. Tataji of the Department of Sociology is the present Foreign Students' Advisor.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Students are encouraged to take part in the campus Beautification Programme including gardening and horticulture, and also in the Janma Bhoomi Programme and the Clean and Green Programme of the Government of Andhra Pradesh.

Other Academic Programmes

A remedial Course in English is conducted by the Department of English to cater to the needs of students with a rural background and to improve their communication skills.

Support Services Available

• Central Library
• Computer Centre
• Health Centre
• Sports facilities
• Press
• Workshop
• Hostels
• Guest Houses
• Housing Accommodation
• Canteen
• Welfare Schemes
• Grievance Redress Cell
• Vehicle Parking Shed
• Non-Resident Centre