Course Overview:
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology offers a comprehensive study of society, culture, and social behavior. Students explore key topics like social inequality, institutions, and cultural dynamics, equipping them with critical thinking and research skills for diverse career paths.
Course Duration:
3 years (6 semesters)
Syllabus (Semester-Wise):
Semester 1:
Introduction to Sociology: Basic concepts, scope, and significance of sociology; relation to other social sciences.
Sociological Theories: Classical sociological theories including the works of Durkheim, Marx, and Weber.
Society, Culture, and Social Change: Study of society, culture, and factors leading to social change.
Semester 2:
Indian Society: Structure, social institutions, and issues such as caste, religion, gender, and economic inequality in India.
Social Institutions: Family, marriage, kinship, and their transformations.
Social Research Methods: Introduction to qualitative and quantitative research methods, including surveys and case studies.
Semester 3:
Urban Sociology: Sociological study of urban spaces, urbanization, and the challenges of urban life.
Rural Sociology: Rural society, agrarian social structure, and rural development in India.
Gender and Society: Gender roles, gender inequality, and feminism in sociology.
Semester 4:
Social Stratification: Theories and forms of social stratification such as caste, class, and race.
Sociology of Education: Role of education in society, educational institutions, and policies.
Population and Society: Demographic studies, population dynamics, and their impact on society.
Semester 5:
Sociology of Health and Medicine: Examination of the social aspects of health, illness, and medical institutions.
Political Sociology: Study of the relationship between society and politics, power, authority, and the state.
Social Movements: Historical and contemporary social movements, including environmental, feminist, and civil rights movements.
Semester 6:
Environmental Sociology: Relationship between society and the environment, environmental issues, and policies.
Development and Globalization: Understanding development theories, globalization, and their socio-economic impacts.
Project Work/Dissertation: A research project or dissertation on a sociological issue of the student's choice.
Exams to Attend:
Entrance exams like CUET (Common University Entrance Test) or university-specific entrance tests may be required for admission.
Continuous assessments include assignments, mid-term tests, and end-semester examinations.
Average Fees:
The fees for BA in Sociology can vary depending on the institution:
Public Universities: INR 5,000 to INR 25,000 per year
Private Universities: INR 50,000 to INR 1,50,000 per year
Top Ten Ranking Institutions (All India Combined Ranking):
Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Delhi
St. Stephen’s College, Delhi
Christ University, Bangalore
Miranda House, Delhi
Loyola College, Chennai
Presidency College, Kolkata
Hindu College, Delhi
Jadavpur University, Kolkata
Fergusson College, Pune
Madras Christian College, Chennai
Top Ten Institutions in Kerala:
St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam
Maharaja’s College, Ernakulam
Sacred Heart College, Thevara
Government College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram
University College, Thiruvananthapuram
Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram
St. Thomas College, Thrissur
CMS College, Kottayam
Farook College, Kozhikode
Bishop Moore College, Mavelikara