Aims and Objectives
The department of Geography, Nya. Tatyasaheb Athalye Arts, Ved. S. R. Sapre Commerce, and Vid. Dadasaheb Pitre Science College, Devrukh. Tal.Sangmeshwar, Dist. Ratnagiri is one of the leading geography departments under the jurisdiction of the University of Mumbai. The department was started in the year 1989 with the 3-unit bachelor of Arts degree in combination with a combination of other subjects as per the choice of students. The department is offering PG in Geography w.e.f June 2019 and Bachelor of Vocation Programme in Geoinformatics for Village Resource Mapping. The department aims to start Post PG programs in the subject.
The aims of the department are as given below.
Extend learning beyond the curriculum
Develop intellectual and social skills
Nurture links with local and national institutions
Inculcate will of inquiry and quest for excellence
Develop attitudes and values conducive to the elimination of inequalities regarding the use and management of resources
Focus on regional Development through qualitative skill-based education
Provide Skill Education in the area of Geo-Spatial Technology
Value Education for national development