Course Description
BA (Bachelor of Arts) Honors: A BA (Bachelor of Arts) Honors is an undergraduate degree that provides in-depth, specialized knowledge in a particular arts or humanities subject, often requiring a higher level of academic achievement and a focused curriculum compared to a standard BA. The "Hons" designation indicates a more advanced and research-oriented program that can include a final year dissertation or project.
Key characteristics
Specialization: Unlike a standard BA, a BA (Hons) degree allows students to concentrate on a specific field, such as history, economics, English, sociology, or political science, for a more specialized education.
In-depth study: The curriculum is designed to provide greater depth in the chosen subject, fostering strong research skills, analytical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the field.
Research component: A significant part of an honors degree is often a final-year research project or dissertation, which involves independent study and work with a supervisor.
Higher academic standard: The "Hons" title is awarded to students who achieve a higher academic standard, sometimes requiring a specific grade point average (GPA).
Career and further education: A BA (Hons) is often beneficial for career advancement, especially in fields that value in-depth research or specialization. It is also frequently a prerequisite for postgraduate studies, such as a Master's or Ph.D.
How it compares to a standard BA
Feature
BA (Honors)
Standard BA
Curriculum
Focused and specialized, with a deep dive into one subject
Broader, with a more general education across various subjects
Research
Typically includes a substantial research project or dissertation in the final year
Usually omits the final-year project or dissertation
Academic Level
Higher level of concentration and academic achievement
A more general undergraduate degree
Duration: 4 Years.
Fee: 22000/-INR per year.
Eligibility: XII from Recognized Board.
Available Streams/ Discipline : English, Hindi, Sanskrit, Sociology, History, Political Science, Philosophy, Psychology, Economics, Public Administration, Geography, Rural Development, Visual Arts, Fine Arts, Home Science.
