Patna Science College
| Type | Undergraduate and Postgraduate College |
|---|---|
| Established | 1927 |
| Principal | Dr. Ram Jatan Sinha |
| Location | Patna, Bihar, India |
| Affiliations | Patna University |
| Website | Patna Science College |
Patna Science College, established in 1927, is one of the oldest science colleges in Patna, Bihar. It is affiliated to Patna University,[1] and offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in science.
History
Patna Science College is an institute of higher education in science which began in 1927 as the science department of Patna University. It was opened on 15 November 1928 by the then Viceroy, Lord Irwin.[2] As of 2010, the college offers courses in physics, chemistry, botany, zoology, geology, mathematics, statistics and management, as well as vocational courses. It provides three-year B.Sc. (Honours) and M.Sc. courses in the aforementioned subjects. The College used to offer 10+2 courses, including Junior school, High school and Junior College education, but these have been discontinued.
Departments
Science
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Zoology
- Botany
- Statistics
- Geology
Arts
- English
- Hindi
Location
The college is located between Patna University's main library and the National Institute of Technology Patna on Ashok Rajpath, Patna.
Student life
There are five hostels for students that include Faraday House, Cavendish House, Newton House, Ramanujan Bhawan and C.V. Raman Hostel. The Girls' Hostel is shared with other Patna university colleges and it is next to the college. Students also take up residence in nearby private accommodation. Each department has its own library as well as its own building. Students also have access to the Patna University library.
Accreditation
Patna Science College was awarded a B++ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
References
- ↑ "Affiliated College of Patna University".
- ↑ "Science College's 85th Foundation Day on Nov 15". The Times of India, Patna. November 10, 2011. Retrieved 28 February 2012.