Department of Botany (B.Sc)
About the
department
The Bachelor of Mass Media program is an innovative and comprehensive program for future media professionals. The program offers specialised tracks in digital media, broadcasting, and film studies, allowing students to focus on their specific interests. It combines theoretical learning with hands-on experience, emphasizing critical analysis, storytelling, and ethical journalism. With opportunities for internships and media projects, students gain practical insights and real-world experience, preparing them to excel in the dynamic and ever-evolving field of mass media.
About the HOD
Sai prasad Shetty is the Head of the Department of Mass Media where he combines academic leadership with a strong commitment to industry-responsive education. His work centres on designing meaningful learning experiences with particular interests in content strategy, curriculum development, and experiential learning. Over the years, he has played an instrumental role in shaping the department’s academic direction, fostering industry engagement, and building platforms that enable students to engage with contemporary media cultures and professions. He has been closely involved in conceptualising initiatives such as the Jai Hind Media Conclave, strengthening collaborations with practitioners, and curating a range of workshops, guest lectures, and skill-based learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. Drawing from a professional background that spans content development, communications, research, and development-sector consulting. He brings an interdisciplinary perspective to media education. His approach is guided by the belief that media education must cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability, preparing students not only for evolving careers in communication and media industries but also for meaningful engagement with society at large.
Message from the HOD
The Department of Mass Media at Jai Hind College offers the Bachelor of Mass Media, a top-notch undergraduate program that equips students for careers in journalism, broadcasting, advertising, public relations, and digital media. Taught by experienced professionals, the program blends classroom learning with hands-on practice using advanced media lab and equipment. Students gain real-world experience through internships and a curriculum that spans media ethics, digital storytelling, and more. Graduates leave as skilled, ethical communicators ready to make a mark in the media industry. Throughout semesters, students work on projects & assignments that are especially curated to apply their theoretical knowledge and develop skills suitable for the real-world challenges in the world of media.
Faculty Details
Programs and Courses offered
- B.Sc in Botany (Aided)
-M.Sc (Research) (Aided)
- Ph. D (Aided)
- Certificate Course on - Perfumery (Self-Financed)
- Certificate Course on - Permanent Slide making (Self-Financed)
- Certificate Course on - Miniature Landscape Making (Self-Financed)
Society/Cell Under Department
The Botany
Forum
Faculty Achievements in the last 5 years:
Research publications: 28
Books / Chapters in book: 23
Recognized Ph.D. Guides: 3
Number of students registered: 06
Student Achievement
Students demonstrated remarkable success by earning awards for outstanding research contributions. Two students secured silver medals in the Avishkar competition under the Undergraduate (UG) category, while one Ph.D. student won a gold medal in the Ph.D (PPG) category and further proudly represented Mumbai University at Anveshan: Student Research Convention. Additionally, our undergraduate students publish their research work (6 papers since 2020) in reputed journals, expanding their opportunities for future research pursuits.
Society/Cell Under Department : -
Bio-Haat (2024–25)
an exhibition organized by the Botany students on Thursday, 6th February 2025 – showcased innovative food preservation techniques and plant-based product processing. The event aimed to highlight students' creativity while raising awareness about the potential of plant-derived products for entrepreneurship. It inspired many students to consider sustainable business ideas, with one even presenting at the prestigious I3 Conclave. The exhibition displayed a variety of preserved foods made using sustainable and organic methods, including sauces, soups, fruit candies, popsicles, and edible fruit and chocolate bouquets. This section emphasized the importance of food preservation in reducing waste and promoting environmental consciousness.Hortithon (2024 - 2025)
The exhibition showcased the talent of the students of Horticulture and highlighted that they can become successful entrepreneurs with simple plant arrangements or preparation of preserves from the knowledge they obtained through their course. It also emphasized the value of sustainability where the products could be converted from waste into beautiful artifacts. It also guided students on how to bring nature indoors in the times where greenery is much needed and we have space constraints. It showcased the importance of healthy food by growing our very own microgreens as well as beverages. It showed openings in perfumery as well such as Pot Pourri.
Bio-Composting of laboratory waste (2024 - 2025)
The aim of this exhibition was to encourage students to employ green practices and convert Biological laboratory waste of flowers, fruits and vegetables generated during practicals into useful manure. This was used for the plants growing in the college campus. Three different methods of composting were used and these included vermicomposting, Bokashi composting as well as soil bacteria composting.