India, July 12 -- An association of Delhi University (DU) principals has asked the varsity to consider identifying and designating specific colleges for the final year of the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) in the upcoming academic year, stating that only a limited number of students have expressed interest in continuing with the fourth year.

In a letter to DU's dean and registrar, a copy of which seen by HT, the Delhi University Principals' Association (DUPA) said only around 30% of third-year UG students had opted for the fourth year in the last academic session, and as per discussions with teachers and students, the expectation is even lower this time.

"Discussions with the principals of various colleges of the DU indicate t...