The University of Bombay is one of the oldest public state universities in India, located in the city of Mumbai in the state of Maharashtra.
Founded in 1857 on 18th of July by Dr John Wilson (after whom Wilson College in Mumbai is named), the University of Bombay is one of the first three oldest public state universities in India. Mumbai University has the highest number of autonomous colleges when compared with other state universities. Maharashtra also has the most UGC-approved community colleges.
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It was known as the “University of Bombay” until 1996, when the city of Bombay was renamed Mumbai. The university was renamed as per a gazette of the Government of Maharashtra dated September 4, 1996. Also abbreviated as either UoM, standing for University of Mumbai or MU for Mumbai University.
The University of Mumbai primarily imparts education through its numerous affiliated colleges, which are located in: Mumbai city, Mumbai suburbs, and Six coastal districts in Maharashtra, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Konkan, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg. A majority of private colleges located in these places, which offer professional courses such as engineering, are also affiliated to MU.
The University of Mumbai has several hundred affiliated colleges offering undergraduate and post-graduate education, and conducts research in areas of science, commerce, arts, engineering, management, law, etc. Colleges of engineering and medicine, which are privately owned, are also affiliated to the University.
The University of Mumbai primarily imparts education through its numerous affiliated colleges, which are located in Mumbai city, Mumbai suburbs, and six coastal districts in Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Konkan, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg.
More facts about Mumbai University:
- MU offers Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees apart from diplomas and certificates in many disciplines. The language of instruction for most courses is English.
- One of its two campuses in Mumbai is located in Kalina, Santacruz. The campus houses academic and administrative departments.
- Another campus located in Fort carries out administrative work only.
- Several world-renowned institutes in Mumbai were affiliated to the university. Most of them are now autonomous institutes or deemed universities.
Mumbai University Scholarships
Universities in Mumbai offer hundreds of scholarships for international students, which can help pay your tuition fees and also support you throughout your studies.
Finding a university scholarship in Mumbai requires a lot of research and patience but the rewards are great. Each university offers different scholarships, so it is important to research your options carefully. Many universities offer postgraduate scholarships for masters degrees and PhD courses and some also offer undergraduate scholarships for foundation courses and bachelor degrees.
Read the information below about how to apply for a scholarship and the types of scholarships available.
There are a number of different types of scholarships available.
Full scholarships: These are the most popular scholarships for international students as they cover your tuition fees and living costs. Full scholarships are very competitive and usually go to high achieving students.
Part scholarships: These can range from small, one-off payments to covering your whole tuition fees. They do not usually include any support for your living costs.
Country-specific scholarships: Check the eligibility details carefully for each scholarship as some are for students from specific countries only.
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Course-specific scholarships: These are for students who intend to study on a particular course.
External scholarships: In addition to university scholarships, there are also external scholarship options which you can consider. Some governments and local organisations sponsor students from their countries or provide student loan options to study overseas.
Mumbai University Courses
Mumbai University Courses List: Checkout the complete list of courses available in Mumbai University.
You can checkout the Regular programs (Full Time/Part Time/Evening) offered by Mumbai University and its affiliated colleges.
Looking for Distance Education Courses, Correspondence Courses or courses under Open University program? You may read more at the University of Mumbai Institute of Distance Education courses page.
Please click on the links below to access course information and admission details of various courses offered by Mumbai University.
BACHELOR OF ARTS [B.A]
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE [B.COM]
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS [B.F.A]
BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE [B.ARCH]
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION [BBA] + BACHELOR OF LAW [L.L.B] {HONS.}
BACHELOR OF LAW [L.L.B]
BACHELOR OF ARTS + BACHELOR OF LAWS [B.A.L.L.B.]
BACHELOR OF MASS MEDIA [B.M.M.]
BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES [BMS] + MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION [MBA]
BACHELOR OF ARTS [B.A] + MASTER OF ARTS [M.A]
BACHELOR OF JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION [B.J.M.C.]
BACHELOR OF PHARMACY [B.PHARM]
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK [BSW]
BACHELOR OF PERFORMING ARTS [BPA]
BACHELOR OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE [B.LIB.I.SC]
BACHELOR OF MUSIC
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY [B.TECH]
BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES [BMS]
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING [B.E]
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION [B.ED]
MASTER OF ARTS [M.A]
MASTER OF SCIENCE [M.SC]
MASTER OF ENGINEERING [M.E]
MASTERS PROGRAM
MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE [M.ARCH]
MASTER OF FINE ARTS [MFA]
MASTER OF PERFORMING ARTS [MPA]
MASTER OF COMMERCE [M.COM]
MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY [M.TECH]
MASTER OF EDUCATION [M.ED]
MASTER OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS [M.C.A]
MASTER OF LABOUR STUDIES
MASTER IN FINANCIAL SERVICES MANAGEMENT [MFSM]
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION [MBA]
MASTER OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION [M.P.ED]
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE [B.SC] + MASTER OF SCIENCE [M.SC]
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK [MSW]
MASTER OF LAWS [L.L.M]
MASTER OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE [M.LIB.I.SC]
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
MASTER OF PHARMACY [M.PHARM]
PH.D
MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY [M.PHIL]
DIPLOMA/POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA
CERTIFICATION
Mumbai University to Use Virtual Classrooms to Make Learning More Accessible
There’s another feather in Mumbai University’s cap. The new Multipurpose Virtual Classroom (MVC) launched at Mumbai University will make it easy for students in remote parts of the state to access the University’s learning.
The infrastructure, set up at Kalina, will be used to conduct workshops, conferences, lectures and is also supposed to solve the acute problems of shortage of qualified teachers. The virtual classroom will also be used for teachers’ training and skill development, and to provide education to working people in the evening.
The MVC has been designed on the lines of a similar one in Harvard University, USA, and will be used for multiple academic activities including online courses, in future. It is fully automated and controlled using touch panels, entirely designed by the university’s in-house computer team.
Mumbai University Students to Get Marksheets & Convocation Certificates Online
This is something that will bring cheers to all students in Mumbai. Long queues will soon be a thing of the past for Mumbai University students as going forward, marksheets and convocation certificates will now be available online. This will not only be convenient to students but also to Universities, embassies and employers, who want to verify the credentials of the student.
The varsity will introduce an online database of marksheets and convocation certificates through the National Academic Depository (NAD), an initiative of the Union ministry of human resource development. Marksheets of alumni will also be uploaded on to the database.
The varsity is the first to participate in the Centre’s NAD system. Currently, only the Andhra Pradesh Teachers’ eligibility test and the CBSE are using it on pilot basis. Security and authenticity of marksheets are of prime importance here, and the system will integrate high-end security processes adopted by businesses.
The varsity will key in all student data and their certificates will be linked to the database. Every student will register with the NAD and will be able to obtain records after verification of identity. The depository will also facilitate a hassle-free verification process. Universities, embassies and employers, who want to verify marksheets and transcript certificates submitted by the candidate, will be able do so through the website and email by paying a fee and with the candidate’s consent.
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