DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS

The faculty and students in the Department of Physics, St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi, are collectively contributing towards the advancement of scientific knowledge at the frontiers of human understanding of sciences, in general, and physics in particular. This process essentially intertwines the basic development of scientific temperament in the classroom, laboratory instruction activities within the department in conjunction with the Central Research Laboratory of the college and dissemination through professional channels in the classroom.

VISION:

The Department of Physics, St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi, will be a national leader in the integration of (i) teaching and learning, (ii) advancement of the knowledge base through research and their application at the forefront of science and technology (iii) leadership in the service to mankind and outreach. Further, apart from being a centre of excellence in the field of physics, the department will also be a trailblazer in preparing young motivated and enlightened individuals who will be providing leadership in creating a working and learning environment that supports scientific advancement as integral to learning and thinking within any institution of the world, they get associated with.

MISSION:

The Department of Physics is committed to excellence in the education of its undergraduate students in core as well as related areas that encompass understanding of physical concepts, the generation and dissemination of new scientific knowledge involving physical principles and their applications. Its objective is to have a beneficial impact on the society and nation at large, while enhancing the quality of teaching and research.

The mission of the department is to provide student-centred education, with emphases on:

1. Strengthening basic concepts of physics and opening ways to apply them effectively in different scientific and technological fields.

2. Exposing the students to in–depth knowledge of physics and equipping them with mathematical and analytical abilities in order to prepare them for post graduate studies and subsequently honing their skills as future scientists of our nation.

3. Developing experimental skills of the students so that they may cope-up with the demands of technological advancements up to the cutting edge levels.

4. Enhancing student’s skills in scientific writing and expressions that are essentially required for various scientific fora.

BELIEFS:

1. Each and every individual belonging to any section of society is entitled to a high-quality education, grounded in sensitivity to individual dignity, professional integrity, in a positive and nurturing environment.

2. Teaching and learning should be informed by scholarly research with effective practices.

3. Technology should be used to improve the quality of teaching and learning, research and fellowship, and its outreach at the international global scientific platform.

4. An inspired student continues learning, develops strength of character and spirit of philanthropy with unwavering courage throughout his/her life.