Completed Class 12 / 10+2 or equivalent from any recognised board (Arts, Science, or Commerce) with a minimum of 45% marks. No specific stream restrictions.
The B.A. (English & History) invites you to explore how literary texts and historical events illuminate each other, revealing the social, political, and cultural forces that have shaped and continue to shape our world. You will develop strong analytical, research, and communication skills that are as relevant to professional life as they are to academic inquiry.
Programme Overview
The programme combines English literary studies with historical inquiry to provide students with a broad understanding of human societies, cultures, and ideas across different time periods. Students explore British, Indian, and world literatures alongside themes in social, political, and cultural history. The curriculum encourages critical reading, historical interpretation, academic writing, research, and contextual analysis. Through internships, research projects, presentations, and capstone or dissertation work, students gain both academic knowledge and practical skills relevant to humanities and communication-based careers.
Course Curriculum
01Popular Culture and Literature
02Personality and Individual Differences
03Economic Perspectives
04Understanding the Past
05Understanding Society
06Introduction to Media Information and Literacy
07Foreign Language (French / German / Spanish)
01Society, Culture and Change
02Understanding the Past
03Introduction to Performance Culture
04Critical Thinking
05Social Constructs of Gender
06Academic Writing for Beginners
01Discipline 1- Course 1
02Discipline 1- Course 2
03Discipline 1- Course 3
04Discipline 2- Course 1
05Discipline 2 Course 2
01Discipline 1 - Course 4
02Discipline 1 - Course 5
03Discipline 2 - Course 3
04Discipline 2 - Course 4
05Discipline 2 - Course 5
01Discipline 1 - Course 6
02Discipline 1 - Course 7
03Discipline 1 - Course 8
04Discipline 2 - Course 6
05Discipline 2 - Course 7
06Internship*
01Discipline 1 - Course 9
02Discipline 1 - Course 10
03Discipline 2 - Course 8
04Discipline 2 - Course 9
05Discipline 2 - Course 10
06Capstone Project
Programme Educational Objectives
PO1: Graduates will demonstrate strong critical thinking, analytical, and interpretive skills to examine texts, human behaviour, and social phenomena within appropriate cultural, historical, and theoretical frameworks.
PO2: Graduates will apply research methodologies, effective communication, and ethical reasoning in academic, professional, and societal contexts, supporting lifelong learning and responsible decision-making.
PO3: Graduates will integrate interdisciplinary perspectives from liberal arts and behavioural sciences to address complex human, organisational, and societal challenges.
PO4: Graduates will pursue higher education, research, and diverse career pathways as globally aware, socially responsible, and adaptable professionals committed to integrity and social impact.
Programme Outcomes (POs)
PO1: Disciplinary Knowledge: Apply foundational and advanced knowledge of liberal arts disciplines, including literature, psychology, social sciences, and related fields, to analyse human experience and societal structures.
PO2: Critical Thinking and Analysis: Critically evaluate texts, data, theories, and social phenomena using logical reasoning, evidence-based analysis, and contextual understanding.
PO3: Research Skills: Design and conduct qualitative and quantitative research using appropriate methodologies, tools, and ethical standards to generate and interpret knowledge.
PO4: Communication Skills: Communicate ideas, arguments, and research findings effectively through written, oral, and digital formats for academic, professional, and public audiences.
PO5: Ethical Reasoning and Social Responsibility: Ethical Reasoning and Social Responsibility: Demonstrate ethical reasoning, integrity, and social responsibility in academic inquiry, professional practice, and civic engagement.
PO6: Interdisciplinary Integration: Integrate perspectives from multiple disciplines to develop holistic approaches to complex human, cultural, and societal issues.
PO7: Global and Cultural Competence: Analyse global issues with sensitivity to cultural diversity, inclusivity, and cross-cultural perspectives in an interconnected world.
PO8: Lifelong Learning and Professional Development: Engage in independent learning, self-reflection, and skill enhancement to adapt to evolving academic, professional, and societal demands.
Programme Specific Outcomes
PO1: Integrate concepts, theories, and perspectives from the humanities and social sciences to interpret complex social, cultural, and institutional issues.
PO2: Analyse information, texts, and contexts using appropriate conceptual and methodological approaches.
PO3: Demonstrate interdisciplinary knowledge and transferable skills to address real- world challenges in professional and societal contexts.
The B.A. (English & History) is a three-year full-time undergraduate degree, offering an interdisciplinary study of English language and literature alongside historical inquiry and analysis.
This programme combines core topics from English and History, helping you explore a range of literary texts and cultural traditions while also examining historical events, periods and contexts. Semester-wise curriculum details are available via the university’s course page or student handbook.
Yes, the B.A. (English & History) typically includes internships and capstone or dissertation projects in the later stages of study to help you put theory into practice and build professional skills.
Applicants should normally have completed Class 12 (10 + 2) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board. For specific entry requirements (such as minimum marks or procedures), consult the university’s admissions office or official admissions information.
Graduates can explore a wide range of careers in areas such as education, publishing, journalism, research, archival work, cultural management, editorial and communication roles, or opt for postgraduate study in English, History or related humanities and social science disciplines.
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