Somaiya Vidyavihar University
Prof V N Rajasekharan Pillai
Vice Chancellor
The BS-MS programme at Somaiya Centre for Integrated Science Education and Research (SciSER®), Somaiya Vidyavihar University, offers a transformative educational experience designed to nurture innovative scientists and professionals. This 4-year Bachelor of Science programme, extendable to a 5-year Master of Science degree, integrates a multidisciplinary approach across Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. What sets it apart is the flexibility it provides, allowing students to specialise in professional areas such as Data Science with AI/ML, Innovation Management, Computational Science, and Sustainability & Circular Economy, among others, during their final years. A cornerstone of the programme is its alignment with the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020), o ering multiple exit options and certifications at each stage, ensuring adaptability to individual career paths. The emphasis on conceptual understanding over rote learning fosters critical thinking, logical decision-making, and innovation, complemented by rigorous hands-on training in state-of-the-art laboratories from the first year. Students benefit from a unique interdisciplinary exposure, preparing them for diverse, industry-ready roles such as Materials Scientists, Life-Sciences Experts, Chemists and Chemical Technologists, Mathematical and Computational Science Experts, Nanotechnologists, Biophysicists, and Data Scientists with management skills. The programme is enriched by eminent faculty, all with doctoral and post-doctoral qualifications and experience from premier national and international universities and research institutes who bring global research experience to the classroom. Opportunities for projects with national institutes, overseas internships, and sponsorships to attend conferences further enhance experiential learning. Additionally, the in-campus start-ups and venture centre encourage entrepreneurial exploration, while a lush green campus supports holistic development. With 20% of students eligible for scholarships and internships abroad, plus industry partnerships for placements, the programme equips graduates for careers in teaching and research, quantum computing, medical research, science journalism, and more. This student-centric initiative, blending science, technology, and human values, positions SciSER® as a pioneer in shaping future leaders in research and innovation, situated in the industrial and business capital of the country, Mumbai.