Pune University Workshops and Projects

3 mins readUpdated on Mar 3, 2023 11:57 IST

The Pune university houses 46 academic departments and has about 307 recognised educational research institutes and 612 affiliated colleges that offer various undergraduate and graduate courses. 

Established in 1949, the Savitribai Phule Pune University is one of the premier institutions in India. Located in the main educational centre of Maharashtra, the university offers multiple programs in various areas and is popularly known as the Oxford of the East. The university houses 46 academic departments and has about 307 recognised educational research institutes and 612 affiliated colleges that offer various undergraduate and graduate courses. 

SPPU believes in learning by doing and that students can achieve greater success when they put their theoretical knowledge into practice. Some of the most valuable experiences come about when the students attend workshops, seminars, conferences, etc. led by experts. Pune University has The University Central Workshop, established in 1982 and has the following sections: The mechanical section, the Glass blowing section, the air conditioning and refrigeration repair section, the carpentry section and the photography facilities. 

Types of Workshops in Savitribai Phule Pune University

  • Workshop on Literature Search Organised by Centre for Publication Ethics, SSPU
  • Webinar on Disciplinary Delinking: Gnoseology and the Politics of Decolonial Investigations organised by the Department of Sociology, SSPU, Pune
  • Workshop on Legal Research- Interdisciplinary Approach
  • Workshop on Mathematica
  • Workshop on LateX
  • Workshop on preparation of SET/ NET in Mathematics
  • Workshop on Ramanujan Graphs (National)
  • Workshop on various programming languages
  • International workshop (Statistics)
  • Teachers Training Workshop on Evaluation 
  • Workshop on the teaching of literature and cinema in a language class 
  • Workshop and training for teachers and masters’ students on- different aspects of language and culture. 
  • National workshop on Zeta functions of graphs
  • Workshop on Differential Geometry for college teachers and MSc students
  • National workshop on India and International Law
  • One-day workshop on Soft Skill Development for Law Students and state-level workshop on soft skill training through the use of information and communication technology in legal education and research.
  • One-day Workshop cum Buyers and Sellers Meet on Medicinal Plants organised by the Department of Botany, SSPU Pune

Conferences Organised at Savitribai Phule Pune University

  • Dhmmasakaccha International Level Student’s Conference on- Interdisciplinary Role of Buddhism organised by- The Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies, SSPU Pune
  • Raman Memorial Conference on- Physics at Different Length Scales organised by the Department of Physics, SSPU Pune
  • Training Program on- Emerging Technologies with Wipro Company organised by the Department of Mathematics, SSPU Pune
  • Conference on ‘Hindi Bhasha aur Sahitya ka Vaishvik Paridrishya organised by the Department of Hindi, SSPU Pune
  • Conference on Emerging Trends in Plant Science Research (National)
  • Conference on Discrete Mathematics, Algebra and Analysis (National)
  • Conference on Computer Age Statistics (International)
  • Conference on Algebraic Number Theory and Modular Forms (International)
  • Conference on Contemporary Indian Cinema: Contestations and Consolidations (International)
  • Conference on History of Mathematics (International)
  • Conference on Gender Biased Sex Selection and the PC- PNDT Act organized by the Department of Law, SSPU
  • Conference on Translation Studies: New Directions (International)
  • Conference on Translation and Pedagogy, in collaboration with NTM, CIL, Mysore and Department of English, SPPU (National)

Course-Specific Projects at Savitribai Phule Pune University

Academic Research is an integral part of the higher education system as it helps to develop critical thinking, analytical thinking, research and communication skills among students. And to keep this as a priority, the students at Savitribai Phule Pune University are encouraged to engage themselves in different research projects. Depending on the courses and the number of students, the projects are allotted discipline-wise.

Q:   Why is Pune University famous?

A:
Savitribai Phule Pune University is recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC) along with AIU. Interestingly, SPPU is popularly known as the 'Oxford of the East'. The University has been graded 'A' by National Assessment and Accreditation Council. Savitribai Phule Pune University (also known as UNIPUNE, Pune University and SPPU), located at Pune, was established in 1949 through Poona University ACT. Therefore, it can be concluded that SPPU is one of the premier universities of India.

Q:   Is MIT affiliated with Pune University?

A:
MIT is originally affiliated with the University of Pune and is now under Maharashtra University of Health Sciences Nashik. Apart from this, it is recognised by the Medical Council of India. Maharashtra Institute of Technology World Peace University (MIT Pune) is a state-private university located in Maharashtra. Established in 2017, the University is a part of MAEER MIT Group of Institutions.

Q:   How is Pune University for pursuing MCA?

A:
Pune University is a well-established and reputable institution in India, offering a Master of Computer Applications MCA programme. The university has a strong reputation for academic excellence, and its MCA programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in computer Science and related fields. Students will receive exposure to a variety of topics, including programming, algorithms, data structures, database systems, and software engineering. The university has a highly qualified faculty and well-equipped computer labs, which provide students with the resources they need to succeed. However, the exact quality of the MCA programme at Pune University may vary depending on factors such as the specific department, the individual instructor, and the resources available to students. Also, make sure the university provides on-campus placement, otherwise having a degree only will not make your career.

Here is a list of the number of course-specific live projects:

Category

Number of Projects

UG

PG

PPG

Total

Humanities, Languages and Fine Arts

3

3

2

8

Commerce, Management and Law

3

3

2

8

Pure Sciences

3

3

2

8

Agriculture and Animal Husbandry

3

3

2

8

Engineering and Technology

3

3

2

8

Medicine and Pharmacy

3

3

2

8

Total

18

18

12

48

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Q:   What extracurricular activities and clubs are available for students at D.Y Patil International University, Pune?

A:

Various clubs available at D.Y Patil International University, Pune .Extra-curricular activities include drama, singing, skits, elocution, debating, sports etc.Clubs like sports club, photography club, music clubs etc. Students can participate in all the campus and off-campus events.

Q:   Can you suggest some of the Unipune-affiliated colleges for MCom?

A:

With more than 600 affiliated colleges, UniPune offers MCom programmes in more than 100 colleges. Check out a list of popular UniPune-affiliated colleges offering MCom to the students along with a detailed list of colleges offering the same:

Unipune Popular Colleges offering MCom

Sinhgad College of Commerce

Sir Parashurambhau College

Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce

Suryadatta College of Management Information

Dr. DY Patil Arts, Commerce and Science College

Haribhai V. Desai College

Q:   Are MBA dates out at UNIPUNE?

A:

MBA aadmission at UNIPUNE is subject to the entrance exams, CMAT/ CAT/ MAH CET. Therefore, candidates need to watch out for the important dates of CAT, CMAT, MAHCET. Candidates need to visit the official websites of the above mentioned entrance exams and register themselves. Savitri Phule Pune University offers an MBA programme along with several other MBA combinations at the PG level. Interested candidates are required to register on the official website and appear for the course-wise shortlisting process. 

Q:   Is MBA from UNIPUNE worth it?

A:

Savitribai Phule Pune University’s Department of Management Studies (PUMBA) offers MBA in a well palnned curriculum. An also the placement is decent. The highest and average package offered during UniPune MBA placements 2023 was  INR 18.97 LPA and INR 8.85 LPA, respectively. Further, a total of 167 offers were made and 104 companies visited the campus during SPPU MBA placements 2023. Moreover, a total of 161 students were placed out of 173 participating students during UniPune MBA placements 2023.

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