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About Programme
Bachelor of Arts (BA) is the most popular undergraduate degree program offered by Indian Universities. It is pursued by the students after completing 10+2. In this program, subjects/ courses of Humanities/ Social Sciences/ Arts are offered. Prominent among them are History, Sociology, Geography, Psychology, Economics, Philosophy, Political Science, Anthropology, Languages like Hindi, English, German, Spanish, Russian, French, Sanskrit, etc. Interesting contents of these subjects attract a large number of students to this program.
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Program Overview
Bachelor of Arts is offered in two forms-
- BA (Pass) in which the student studies any three subjects of Humanities & Social Science, along with two compulsory courses in all 3 years and
- BA (Hons) in which the students studies any three subjects of this stream along with two compulsory courses upto 2 year, and pursues some additional courses/papers of one of the three subjects in the final year, and is awarded Honors on account of academic rigour if he/she fulfils all the requirements for the award of the degree of BA (Hons) as laid down in the Ordinances.
This program enriches one’s outlook towards society and human life at large. What makes this program unique is the wide range of subjects available to the students. The program is most suitable for highly creative students who want to explore the intricate aspects of human life, society civilizations, culture, administration, flora and fauna etc.
The program’s major objectives are to:
- Review theories and practices through the critical analysis and exploration of a diverse range of educational issues.
- Demonstrate a capacity to create and maintain a safe and challenging learning environment through the effective use of a variety of appropriate pedagogy.
- Exemplify the ability to plan, assess, and report for effective learning.
- Employ an ability to critically reflect upon and continually improve professional knowledge and practice.
- Demonstrate a capacity to actively and collaboratively engage with members of the education profession and with the community, at large.
- The students acquire knowledge in the field of social sciences, literature and humanities which make them sensitive and sensible human beings.
- The B.A. graduates will be acquainted with the social, economical, historical, geographical, political, ideological and philosophical traditions and thinking.
- The program makes the graduates eligible for various competitive examinations, or for choosing the post graduate program of their choice.
- The program enables the students to acquire knowledge with human values framing the base to deal with various problems in life with courage and humanity.
- The students will be ignited enough to think and act over the solution of various issues of human life to make this world a better place to live.
- Program aims at making students ideal citizens.
Program Specific Outcomes: BA (H) English
A student, who has opted for B.A (H) with English is expected to target on following outcomes.
- Knowledge of English as Language, with good command over the same.
- Knowledge of English Literature.
- Knowledge of English Grammar, with good command.
- Critical study of English Literary studies.
- Relation between pleasure of literature and real life.
Program Specific Outcomes: BA(H) Economics
- Understanding how different degrees of competition in a market affect pricing and understanding the efficiency and equity implications of market interference, including government policy.
- Developing research knowledge in economics.
- Developing the skill of data collection & use of sampling techniques in research.
- Developing the knowledge about theories of economic growth & development and issues of economic planning.
- Creating awareness about changing macro-economic policies and theories.
Program Specific Outcomes: B.A. (H) Sociology
- Acquaintance with social transactions, social relations, social formations, social control, social values and culture.
- Knowing the significance of social institution, caste system, religion, nationalism, integrity, equality and justice.
- Getting the knowledge of the works of social reformers all over the nation.
- Ability to follow new streams of thoughts and theories of social thinkers.
- Getting the deep knowledge about various social groups like tribal community, women bulk etc.
- Knowledge of contemporary researches in Sociology.
Program Specific Outcomes: B.A. (H) Psychology
- Students graduating with a degree in Psychology will know the theories, major concepts and mechanisms, which explain human thought and behavior.
- Students graduating with a degree in Psychology will be able to interpret, design, and conduct basic psychological research.
- Students graduating with a degree in Psychology will be able to apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science and practice.
- Students graduating with a degree in Psychology will be able to locate, evaluate, and apply psychological information.
- Students graduating with a degree in Psychology will be able to write and present effectively.
- Students graduating with a degree in Psychology will be able to understand the difference between science, scientific practice and acquiring knowledge.
Program Specific Outcomes: B.A. (H) Political Science
A student after successfully completing BA (H) Political Science program will be able to:
- Understand and follow change in patterns of political behavior, ideas and structures.
- Develop the ability to make logical inferences about social and political issues on the basis of comparative and historical knowledge.
- Understand the system of governance in his/her country and grasp the implications of contemporary political developments.
BA/BA (H) being an evergreen program, opens a host of career opportunities to its graduates. Graduates of this program can attempt Civil Services exams of both the Central Govt. and the State Govt. Besides the graduates are also eligible for recruitment test for Probationary Officer in the banks. Alternatively graduates of this program may pursue MBA which offers many attractive career options. Those with good command over language with a flair for creative writing may pursue a career in advertising & journalism. Such students may also make their career in BPOs. Apart from this, one can also join the military and paramilitary forces. Last but not the least, one may go for further studies and research to take up teaching and research in Government and private institutions.
Candidate who have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination in any stream from a recognized Board or Institution are eligible for admission to this program.
Duration of this program is three years. The program may be offered either in annual system or in semester system, having 6 semesters in total.