Bishop Heber College is known for its highly qualified, experienced, and student-centric faculty team. The college has a blend of professors, associate professors, and assistant professors across various disciplines. Many of them hold Ph.D. degrees, are engaged in research, and have published in national and international journals.

The faculty members focus not only on academics but also on value education, mentorship, and holistic student development. Many departments also organize seminars, workshops, and guest lectures led by industry and academic experts.

Major Departments and Faculty Areas

Arts & Humanities

English, Tamil, Hindi, French – Language and Literature experts

History, Economics, Sociology – Social science scholars with research and teaching experience

Science

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology

Faculty include senior professors with specializations in pure and applied sciences

Many are engaged in funded research projects

Computer Science & IT

Qualified staff in programming, data science, AI, and networking

Focus on practical labs and project-based learning

Commerce & Management

Experts in accounting, finance, marketing, and HR

Faculty with industry exposure and professional certifications (like CA, MBA)

Social Work & Psychology

Academicians with field experience in NGOs, CSR, and mental health services

Regular field visits and hands-on training included in the curriculum

Biotechnology & Environmental Science

Researchers active in emerging areas of life sciences

Many involved in interdisciplinary projects and ecological studies

Faculty Strength

Over 200+ teaching staff

Most departments have a Head of Department (HOD) with years of academic leadership

Regular faculty development programs are conducted to stay updated with teaching methods and subject trends