SELF STUDY REPORT - Shivaji University

1 Self STUDY REPORT of Shivaji UNIVERSITYSELF STUDY REPORTFOR4th CYCLE OF ACCREDITATION Shivaji UNIVERSITYSHIVAJI University , KOLHAPUR - 416 ToNATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND ACCREDITATION COUNCILBANGALOREF ebruary 2020 Page 1/14112-10-2020 04:07:15 Self STUDY REPORT of Shivaji UNIVERSITY1. EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION At Shivaji University , Kolhapur (hereafter referred as SUK), we commit ourselves to promote excellence inteaching with a focused implementation of curriculum. In the global knowledge economy , it is imperative tonurture the knowledge and skills of the learners for well-being of the nation. In this context SUK has played asignificant role for imparting quality curriculum in order to ensure the all- round development of students interms of knowledge, skills and values. Presently, SUK impart education in four faculties, viz., Science andTechnology, Commerce and Management, Humanities and Inter-disciplinary studies. In last few years, newcenters, Chairs and Departments were established to start new courses in the frontline areas of knowledge inaddition to diversify and enrich the academic content.

2 University has also adopted the mechanism of bridgecourses for establishing the link between academic courses and the professional curricula. A choice based creditsystem is implemented since the year 2014. Thereafter there is a swift transition towards implementation ofOutcome Based Education (OBE). In order to foster closer connections between academics and the fieldexperiences, emphasis is laid on promoting excellence in curricular aspects by empowering the students with afine blend of generalist and a super-specialist in the prevailing era of knowledge. Our curriculum embeds a setof core values such as sanctity of truth, integrity, honesty, mutual respect and civility, social responsibility,stewardship of environment and the importance of diversity in all its forms. A few Ability EnhancementCompulsory Courses such as Cyber Security, Disaster Management, Indian Constitution and GoodGovernance have been initiated in vogue with the learner s aspirations.

3 The new noteworthy programmes inview of the stakeholder s demands include Masters in Psychology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, MedicalInformation Management (First International program of SUK with Hannover University Germany) andIntegrated Program. The journey of the University towards internationalization is marked by theeight unique GIAN programs conducted under the aegis of MHRD. Holistic feedback on curriculum isobtained, analyzed and action is taken to incorporate their Shivaji University is committed to meet the educational , Social, Cultural & Economic needs of the regionand the nation to create a just and Humane We are dedicated to promote and foster a culture of high quality teaching and learning and to servesocietal needs by encouraging, generating and promotion excellence in research and extension Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Challenges(SWOC)Institutional Strength Pollution-free campus with rich biodiversity spread over more than 800 acres of landSelf sufficent in drinking water Page 2/14112-10-2020 04:07:15 Self STUDY REPORT of Shivaji UNIVERSITYNAAC A grade (2014-2019)Ranked first in Research output in Materials Science amongst Indian Universities (Current science2016) and Global for collaborationsStudent: Teacher ratio 1.

4 21 World class research in thrust areas in tune with world ranking growth in quality research output during last 5 years indicating strong potential foraccelerated growthInternational collaboration with 63 reputed institutesSubstantial increase in research metricsFocus on Societal problems and Societal linkages through NSS/ DSWFour RUSA sponsored Centres of ExcellenceSignificant research achievements with Total scholarly output: 4529, Citations: 60778 (Source:SCOPUS), h-index: 102 Global ranking in research as per Webometrics Info: 2028 Strong networking with stakeholders for addressing societal issuesPost-graduate Departments in most of the disciplines viz. Basic Sciences, Humanities, Languages andinter-disciplinary number of MoUs in place with national and international organizations The only University in the State to implement successfully the cluster college scheme (Lead CollegeScheme) for the total quality management of the stakeholders in affiliated IT based Accounts Code (developed by the University ) admired by Hon ble Chancellor andadopted by majority of the universities in the state through Govt.

5 Of of art Data CentreReading Hall with 600 seating capacityTimely declaration of results Earn and Learn Scheme as an inclusive educational model implemented from the year 1968 policy to promote access for girls and divyangSensitization of the University towards Environmental problems of Western only University in Maharashtra selected for AICTE sponsored TEQIP III achieved laurels in sports at National and International levelInstitutional Weakness Less number of international studentsHigh impact factor publications yet to be achieved by the humanities and Social Science facultyAcademic programs, infrastructure and fellowship schemes to attract international students yet to beintroducedHolistic e-Governance for the administration at the inception levelA few industrial linkagesTechnology transfer culture at the inception levelInstitutional Opportunity Scope for professional curriculum with focus on internationalizationProvision for better infrastructure for international research 3/14112-10-2020 04:07.

6 17 Self STUDY REPORT of Shivaji UNIVERSITYA mple scope internationalization of higher education and attracting foreign for holistic implementation of ICT in all the walks of University lifeExpansion of University -Society Interaction for sustainable Challenge Policy constraints in formulating the mechanism of credit transfer across the globeAffordability of higher education at par with international for the students coming from lower economicstrata of the societyExisting recruitment policies of state government and to meet student teacher ratioLmited opportunities for resources mobilization Private Universities with focus on for profit education as against the state Universities focusing onhorizontal academic growthImplementation delay due to formal routing through various bodies and CRITERIA WISE SUMMARY Curricular Aspects At SUK, we commit ourselves to promote excellence in teaching with a focused and developmentalcurriculum. In the global knowledge economy , it is imperative to nurture the knowledge and skills of thelearners for well-being of the nation.

7 In this context Shivaji University has played a significant role forimparting quality curriculum in order to ensure the all- round development of students in terms of knowledge,skills and values. Presently, we impart education in four faculties, viz., Science and Technology, Commerceand Management, Humanities and Inter-disciplinary studies. In last few years, new centers, Chairs andDepartments were established to start new courses in the frontline areas of knowledge in addition to diversifyand enrich the academic content. A number of Diploma, Certificate and add-on courses are in progress as perthe requirements of the labour market. The University has also adopted the mechanism of bridge courses forestablishing the link between academic courses and the professional curricula. A choice based credit system isimplemented since the year 2013. In order to foster closer connections between academics and the fieldexperiences, emphasis is laid on promoting excellence in curricular aspects by empowering the students with afine blend of generalist and a super-specialist in the prevailing era of knowledge.

8 Our curriculum embeds a setof core values such as sanctity of truth, integrity, honesty, mutual respect and civility, social responsibility,stewardship of our environment and the importance of diversity in all its forms. The Ability EnhancementCompulsory Courses on Cyber Security, Disaster Management, Indian Constitution and Good Governancehave been initiated in vogue with the learner s aspirations. The new noteworthy programmes in view of thestakeholder s demands include Masters in Psychology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Medical InformationManagement (First International course of University with Hannover University Germany), Integrated Program, Diploma in Sericulture, PG Diploma in Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Thoughts, CertificateCourse in Portuguese Language and on Indian Constitution. The journey of the University towardsinternationalization is marked by the eight unique GIAN programs conducted under the aegis of and Evaluation SUK has a provision to enroll students from different sectors thereby addressing the mandatory reservationPage 4/14112-10-2020 04:07:18 Self STUDY REPORT of Shivaji University policy laid down by Government of Maharashtra.

9 The policies are also being designed to address the learningneeds of slow as well as advanced learners. Student diversity is catered by the way of induction programmesorganized by academic departments, library, health centre and allied departments. Student centric teaching- learning methods such as poster presentation, group discussion, paper preparation and presentation atconferences, quiz competition, participation in research competition (Avishkar), brain storming sessions,interaction with community for learning , group projects, educational tours/field work and collaborative learningactivities are being practiced to create conducive learning ambience. MOODLE is effectively used to createpersonalized learning environments and student analytics is monitored routinely. Virtual Classroom is set upunder the RUSA grants to avail freedom to teach and learn from anywhere in the classroom as well as throughremote centers. Other blended techniques such as think-pair, experiential learning through projects in industries,soft skills improvements through the Mock Interview laboratory have been put in place.

10 SUK teachers arehighly proficient in research and having international reputation. The Examination section has been proactivelyimplementing various evaluation reforms using advanced digital technology for smooth functioning of theexaminations. Some of the noteworthy reforms are Secured Remote Paper Distribution (SRPD) for secureonline distribution of question papers, decentralization of CAP centres for speedy assessment of answer sheets,creation of database of paper setters through special software, software for demand and supply of theexamination material to reduce carbon footprints as well as other reforms such as use of Kahoot to unleashthe magic of learning and evaluation with read-to-play games, play live in class or share student-pacedchallenges, and dive into game reports to assess learning . Outcome Based Education Model is effectivelyrealized by reviewing the Vision and Mission of the departments, defining PEO-PO/PSO-CO throughstakeholders participation, CO-PO mapping, designing attainment levels and target attainment level, calculatingCO-PO attainments followed by developing teaching learning strategies at course level and program , Innovations and Extension SUK has made its mark in research at national as well as international level.