Stella Maris College is known for its highly qualified and experienced faculty, comprising a dedicated team of Professors, Associate Professors, and Assistant Professors. Most faculty members hold Ph.D. or M.Phil. degrees, and many are actively engaged in research, academic publishing, and consultancy projects.

The teaching staff contributes not only to classroom instruction but also to curriculum development, mentoring, career guidance, and social outreach programs. Faculty members regularly participate in national and international seminars, workshops, and faculty development programs (FDPs).

Faculty Highlights by Department

Department of Arts & Humanities

English, History, Sociology, Economics, Philosophy, Public Relations, International Studies

Faculty with specialization in post-colonial literature, gender studies, global politics, and communication

Many professors have published books, research papers, and participate in interdisciplinary conferences

Strong focus on critical thinking, research methodology, and writing skills

Department of Science

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Psychology, Plant Biology, Zoology, Food Science

Faculty engaged in UGC and DST-funded research, contributing to scientific journals

Experienced lab instructors for hands-on training and project guidance

Departments like Psychology and Computer Science focus on practical skill-building and internships

Commerce and Management

Commerce, Corporate Secretaryship, BBA, Accounting & Finance

Faculty with academic and industry background in finance, taxation, entrepreneurship, and auditing

Encourages student participation in case studies, market analysis, and finance simulations

Mentoring for competitive exams like CA, CS, and CMA

Social Work & Vocational Studies

Social Work (MSW), Visual Arts, B.Voc. programs

Faculty members include social scientists, artists, and field practitioners

Active involvement in field-based training, community engagement, and NGO partnerships

Visual Arts faculty with notable achievements in fine arts and exhibitions

Faculty Strength & Achievements

Over 150+ full-time faculty members across all departments

Regular recipients of research grants, awards, and international fellowships

Some departments have visiting faculty from industries and foreign universities

Strong student-faculty ratio ensuring personalized attention and academic support.