Introduction: 

 

National Education Policy 2020 is the first education policy of the 21st century and aims to address the many growing developmental imperatives of our country. This Policy proposes the revision and revamping of all aspects of the education structure, including its regulation and governance, to create a new system that is aligned with the aspirational goals of 21st century education, including SDG4, while building upon India’s traditions and value systems. 

In the 81st year of encouraging innovation in education, the S.P. Mandali’s Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College recognises the necessity of an inclusive approach for a qualitative as well as quantitative magnification in the Indian education system.

If you are looking forward to take admission in undergraduate programmes at Ruia college, Mumbai, you are recommended to go through the Government of Maharashtra – GR dated 20th April 2023

for clarity on the various rules and regulations as recommended by the state department of Higher and Technical Education.

 

THE VISION OF NEP2020:

• An education system rooted in Indian ethos that contributes directly to transforming India, that is Bharat, sustainably into an equitable and vibrant knowledge society, by providing high-quality education to all, and thereby making India a global knowledge superpower. 
• The curriculum and pedagogy of our institutions must develop a deep sense of respect towards the fundamental duties and Constitutional values, bonding with one’s country, and a conscious awareness of one’s roles and responsibilities in a changing world. 
• To instil a deep-rooted pride in being Indian, not only in thought, but also in spirit, intellect, and deeds, as well as to develop knowledge, skills, values, and dispositions that support responsible commitment to human rights, sustainable development and living, and global well-being, thereby reflecting a truly global citizen.

 

Implementation of NEP at Ruia College: 

 

Ruia college has been at the forefront for holistic education of students. Some of the key aspects of NEP2020 such as Multilingualism, inclusion, Diverse subject combinations, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of students are already introduced in the academic structure after becoming autonomous. NEP2020 provides us an opportunity to create a more inclusive, flexible, and relevant education system.

 

Undergraduate Education at Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College, under the aegis of NEP2020:

 

Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College, as an institution, a culture, and a community, has carved out an impressive position for itself in the field of education in India. Through a determined effort to create an environment that fosters the holistic development of its students, Ruia College aims to be a space for the celebration of creativity, the rediscovery of tradition, and the encouragement of innovation.

With these objectives our college has developed a new structure as per the directives from the Maharashtra State – Department of Higher and Technical Education. 

 

The framework of the choice-based credit system:

 

• Major Subject: A single subject course of study pursued by a student as a mandatory requirement of the programme of study. 
• Elective Course: An elective course could be a project designed to acquire skills to supplement the major study.
• Minor Subject: A second subject of study pursued by a student as an additional requirement of the programme of study.
• OE: Open Elective - An elective course chosen generally from an unrelated discipline/subject, to seek multidisciplinary exposure.
• AEC: Ability Enhancement Course - Mandatory Courses on content related to Language, and Literature (i) Compulsory – English communication (ii) Elective – any Indian language other than English.
• VSC: Vocational Skill Course – Courses aimed at imparting practical skills, hands-on training, and soft skills to increase the employability of students. Specific or supporting the major subject is to be chosen from a basket/pool offered by the college. 
• SEC: Skill Enhancement Course – Courses aimed at imparting practical skills, hands-on training, and soft skills to increase students' employability. It could be chosen from a basket/pool offered by the college or a MOOC on Swayam or NPTEL platforms. 
• On-Job Training(OJT)/Internship/Field Project (FP)/ Research Project (RP): Application of knowledge/concepts in solving or analysing a real-life problem. All these are related to the major subject. 
• CC: Co-curricular Course – For the holistic development of students through Cultural activities such as performing art, visual art, NCC, NSS, Yoga, etc.
• VEC: Value Education Course – Compulsory courses on (i) The Constitution of India and

(ii) Environmental Education.

 

 

 

 

Credit Structure for Four-year degree program under NEP 2020 To be implemented from 2023-24

 

Semester	Subject 1		Subject 2	GE/ OE course (Across disciplines)	Vocational and Skill Enhancement Course (VSC) & SEC	Ability Enhancement Course/ VEC/IKS	OJT/FP/CEPCC, RP	Total Credits
	DSC	DSE
1	4		4	4	VSC-2  SEC -2	AEC- 2   VEC- 2		22
2	4		4	4	VSC-2  SEC -2	AEC-2  VEC-2	CC-2	22
Total	8		8	8	8	10	2	44
Exit option: award of UG certificate in Major with 44 credits and an additional 4 credit Core NSQF course/ Internship or Continue with Major and Minor
3	Major 8		Minor 4	2	VSC-2	AEC-2	FP -2, CC-2	22
4	Major 8		Minor 4	2	SEC-2	AEC-2	CEP-2, CC-2	22
Total	16		8	4	4	4	8	44
Exit option: award of UG Diploma in Major with 88 credits and an additional 4 credit Core NSQF course/ Internship or Continue with Major and Minor
5	DSC 12	DSE 4	Minor 2		VSC-2		CEP/FP-2	22
6	DSC 12	DSE 4	Minor 2				OJT-4	22
Total	24	8	4		2		6	44
Total of 3 years	48	8	20	12	14	14	16	132
Exit option: award of UG Degree in Major with 132 credits or Continue with Major for Honours/ Research
7 (Hon)	DSC 12	DSE 4	RM 4				RP-2	22
8 (Hon)	DSC 12	DSE 4					OJT-6	22
Total	24	8	4				8	44
Total Credits (Four Year UG Honours)	72	16	24	12	14	14	20	176
	OR
7 (Res)	DSC 10	DSE 4	RM 4				RP-4	22
8 (Res)	DSC 10	DSE 4					RP-8	22
Total	20	8	4				12	44
Total Credits (Four Year UG Research)	68	16	24	12	14	14	24	176

 

Note: Integrated M.Sc. in Bioanalytical Sciences will follow School system (3 subjects structure)

 

 

 

 

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE PROGRAMME

PROPOSED COMBINATION OF MAJORS AND MINORS

 

LIST OF COMBINATIONS OFFERED IN FYBSC

 

2023-2024

 

Note: The allocation of the major and minor subject is strictly based on merit (Performance in Semester- I & II)

 

 

 

Proposed SEC/VSCs offered to students in the BSC Programmes:

 

Sr. No	Name of the subject	SEC	VSC
1	Chemistry	Classical Techniques in Chemistry	Basic instrumental analysis
2	Microbiology
3	Botany	Gardening & Plant nursery management Mushroom cultivation	Entrepreneurial Botany
4	Zoology	Basic of fishery Lab safety and instrumentation	Applied Zoology
5	Life Science	Applied Life Science
6	Physics	Introduction to Instrumentation techniques in Physics
7	Mathematics	Algorithms Numerical Methods	Introduction to Sagemath Linear Algebra with Sagemath
8	Statistics	Operations Research	Introduction to R Programming Linear Algebra with Sagemath
9	Biotechnology	Bioprocess Technology	Forensic Science
10	Biochemistry	Tools of Biochemistry             Biochemical Analysis	Nutritional Biochemistry
11	Computer Science	Object oriented programming with JAVA      Open source Technologies	Web development Web programming
12	Bioanalytical Sciences	Bioanalytical Techniques	Analytical Instrumentation

 

 

BACHELOR OF ARTS PROGRAMME

PROPOSED COMBINATION OF MAJORS AND MINORS

 

 

 

 

Proposed SEC/VSCs offered to students in the BA Programmes:

 

 

Proposed Basket of GE/OEs offered to students in the BA and BSc Programmes:

 

EXAMINATION RULES (NEP 2020-Applicable to FYBA/BSc/BACM/BVoc) Academic Year 2023-2024:Click Here