Comprehensive Course Structure
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EDU101 | Introduction to Education | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | EDU102 | Child Psychology | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | EDU103 | Educational Sociology | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | EDU104 | Introduction to Teaching Methodologies | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | EDU105 | Humanities and Social Sciences | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | EDU106 | Introduction to Research Methods | 2-0-0-2 | None |
| 1 | EDU107 | Laboratory: Child Psychology and Development | 0-0-2-1 | EDU102 |
| 1 | EDU108 | Laboratory: Introduction to Teaching Techniques | 0-0-2-1 | EDU104 |
| 2 | EDU201 | Learning Theories and Their Applications | 3-0-0-3 | EDU101 |
| 2 | EDU202 | Curriculum Design and Development | 3-0-0-3 | EDU101 |
| 2 | EDU203 | Educational Assessment and Evaluation | 3-0-0-3 | EDU104 |
| 2 | EDU204 | Philosophy of Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU101 |
| 2 | EDU205 | Special Needs Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU102 |
| 2 | EDU206 | Introduction to Educational Technology | 3-0-0-3 | EDU104 |
| 2 | EDU207 | Laboratory: Curriculum Development | 0-0-2-1 | EDU202 |
| 2 | EDU208 | Laboratory: Educational Assessment Tools | 0-0-2-1 | EDU203 |
| 3 | EDU301 | Advanced Learning Theories | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 3 | EDU302 | Educational Policy and Planning | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 3 | EDU303 | Gender and Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 3 | EDU304 | Community-Based Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 3 | EDU305 | Environmental Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 3 | EDU306 | Educational Research Methods | 3-0-0-3 | EDU106 |
| 3 | EDU307 | Laboratory: Educational Policy Analysis | 0-0-2-1 | EDU302 |
| 3 | EDU308 | Laboratory: Gender and Education Research | 0-0-2-1 | EDU303 |
| 4 | EDU401 | Educational Leadership and Management | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 4 | EDU402 | Technology Integration in Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU206 |
| 4 | EDU403 | Educational Innovation and Change | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 4 | EDU404 | Global Perspectives in Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 4 | EDU405 | Lifelong Learning and Adult Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 4 | EDU406 | Professional Ethics in Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 4 | EDU407 | Laboratory: Educational Innovation | 0-0-2-1 | EDU403 |
| 4 | EDU408 | Laboratory: Technology in Education | 0-0-2-1 | EDU402 |
| 5 | EDU501 | Specialized Elective 1: Inclusive Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU201 |
| 5 | EDU502 | Specialized Elective 2: Educational Technology | 3-0-0-3 | EDU206 |
| 5 | EDU503 | Specialized Elective 3: Early Childhood Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU102 |
| 5 | EDU504 | Specialized Elective 4: Curriculum Development | 3-0-0-3 | EDU202 |
| 5 | EDU505 | Specialized Elective 5: Teacher Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU104 |
| 5 | EDU506 | Laboratory: Specialized Elective Projects | 0-0-2-1 | EDU501 or EDU502 or EDU503 or EDU504 or EDU505 |
| 6 | EDU601 | Advanced Specialized Elective 1: Educational Research | 3-0-0-3 | EDU306 |
| 6 | EDU602 | Advanced Specialized Elective 2: Educational Leadership | 3-0-0-3 | EDU401 |
| 6 | EDU603 | Advanced Specialized Elective 3: Gender-Sensitive Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU303 |
| 6 | EDU604 | Advanced Specialized Elective 4: Environmental Education | 3-0-0-3 | EDU305 |
| 6 | EDU605 | Laboratory: Advanced Specialized Elective Projects | 0-0-2-1 | EDU601 or EDU602 or EDU603 or EDU604 |
| 7 | EDU701 | Mini-Project: Educational Innovation | 2-0-0-2 | EDU403 |
| 7 | EDU702 | Mini-Project: Community Engagement in Education | 2-0-0-2 | EDU401 |
| 7 | EDU703 | Mini-Project: Technology in Learning Environments | 2-0-0-2 | EDU402 |
| 8 | EDU801 | Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | All previous semesters completed |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
Inclusive Education: This course explores the principles and practices of inclusive education, focusing on creating equitable learning environments for all students regardless of their backgrounds or abilities. It covers topics such as special needs education, cultural diversity in classrooms, and legal frameworks supporting inclusion.
Educational Technology: Designed to equip students with skills in leveraging technology for effective teaching and learning. The course delves into digital tools, online platforms, multimedia design, and data analytics in educational contexts.
Early Childhood Development: This course provides insights into the cognitive, emotional, and physical development of young children. It emphasizes play-based learning, curriculum planning for early years, and child-centered pedagogical approaches.
Curriculum Design: Students learn to design, implement, and evaluate educational curricula aligned with national standards and emerging trends. The course includes hands-on experience in developing lesson plans, assessment rubrics, and learning outcomes.
Teacher Education: Focuses on enhancing teaching competencies, classroom management strategies, reflective practice, and mentoring techniques for new educators. It includes supervised teaching practicums and peer collaboration opportunities.
Educational Leadership: Prepares students for leadership roles in educational institutions by exploring organizational behavior, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and change management in school settings.
Lifelong Learning: Examines how education can be adapted to meet the needs of adults and professionals throughout their lives. Topics include continuing education programs, corporate training modules, and community learning initiatives.
Educational Research: Emphasizes methodological rigor and data analysis skills necessary for conducting high-quality research in educational settings. Students learn to design studies, collect and interpret data, and disseminate findings through academic publications or policy briefs.
Gender-Sensitive Education: Addresses gender equity in learning environments and promotes inclusive practices that ensure equal opportunities for all students regardless of their gender identity.
Environmental Education: Integrates sustainability concepts into educational curricula, preparing graduates to promote eco-literacy and environmental stewardship among learners.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The Department of Education at Pimpri Chinchwad University Pune champions project-based learning as a transformative pedagogical approach that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. The curriculum is structured to progressively build students' project management skills through both mini-projects in earlier semesters and a comprehensive final-year thesis or capstone project.
Mini-projects are assigned at the end of each semester and involve small teams working on real-world educational challenges. These projects are supervised by faculty mentors and aligned with industry trends and institutional priorities. For instance, students may be tasked with designing an inclusive classroom environment for children with disabilities or developing a digital learning tool for remote learners.
The final-year thesis/capstone project represents the culmination of the student's academic journey. It requires students to propose a research question, conduct a literature review, gather and analyze data, and present findings in a formal report and presentation format. The process is supported by dedicated faculty advisors who guide students through every stage of the project lifecycle.
Students are encouraged to select projects based on their interests and career aspirations, ensuring relevance and motivation throughout the research process. The department facilitates access to libraries, databases, and research facilities to support high-quality academic work.