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Former name | Parle College |
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| Type | Junior and degree |
| Established | 1959; 66 years ago (1959) |
| Founders | Sathaye |
| Principal | Dr. Madhav Rajwade |
| Address | Dixit Road,Vile Parle East ,Mumbai ,Maharashtra ,India |
| Campus | Urban |
| Affiliations | University of Mumbai |
| Website | sathayecollege |
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Sathaye College, situated in Vile Parle East, Mumbai, is affiliated with the University of Mumbai. Established in 1959 by the Parle Tilak Vidyalaya Association (PTVA), it was originally named Parle College and was later renamed in 1993 to honor the contributions of the Sathaye Foundation.
Academic Programs
Sathaye College offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across Arts, Science, and Commerce streams. Undergraduate courses include B.A. degrees in subjects such as Hindi, English, History, Marathi, Economics, Geography, Psychology, Philosophy, Political Science, Education, and Ancient Indian Culture. B.Sc. programs are available in Botany, Physics, Zoology, Statistics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Microbiology. The B.Com. program focuses on Commerce and Accountancy. Self-financed courses like B.Sc. in Information Technology, B.Com. in Management Studies, B.M.S. in Sports Management, B.Com. in Accountancy and Finance, and B.A.M.M.C. in bothMarathi andEnglish are also offered.
Postgraduate Programs
Postgraduate programs offerings encompass M.Sc. degrees in Information Technology, Data Science, Chemistry, Botany, Microbiology, and Zoology. M.A. programs are available in Communication and Journalism, Entertainment Media and Advertisement, and Buddhist Studies, along with an M.Com. in Advanced Accountancy. The college also provides Ph.D. programs in Hindi, Chemistry, and Physics. Additionally, over 40 add-on and certificate courses are available, covering areas such as Data Science, Horticulture, Sanskrit, Archives Management, and Share Market Analysis .
Infrastructure and Facilities
The college campus spans 3.5 acres and features 58 well-ventilated lecture halls, 18 laboratories equipped for various scientific disciplines, and 57 classrooms. The library, established in 1959, serves as a central resource for students across all faculties . An auditorium with a seating capacity of 163 is utilized for cultural events and performances. The campus also includes a botanical garden, a butterfly garden, and a pond with lotuses and fish, enhancing the aesthetic and educational environment .
Sports facilities are comprehensive, featuring a gymnasium, a large playground with a volleyball net and basketball court, and provisions for indoor games like carrom, table tennis, and chess . The college also houses a canteen, a medical center with first aid facilities, and a central computing facility funded by the UGC, providing internet access and computer resources for students and staff.
Student Life and Extracurricular Activities
Sathaye College emphasizes the overall development of its students through various clubs and associations, including the Book Appreciation Club, Commerce Association, Dance Association, Debate Association, Drama Association, and several literary associations in different languages . The college hosts several annual intercollegiate festivals: "Gravity" focuses on science, "Byte IT" on information technology, "Synergy" on management, and "Utsav" encompasses cultural events and academic exhibitions . The National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS) are active on campus, promoting discipline and community service among students. The college's NCC unit has been recognized for its excellence, having won the Vice-Chancellor's Banner multiple times.
Implementation of NEP 2020
Sathaye College has actively embraced the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, combining its autonomous status with the policy’s vision to transform higher education. The college has introduced a multidisciplinary and student-centric academic structure, offering 28 major and minor courses, 112 vocational skill courses, 40 open electives, and several mandatory and major-linked programs like internships and community engagement.
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