Course Overview:
The BA in Social Justice explores systemic inequality, human rights, and social change. Through interdisciplinary studies in sociology, law, and activism, students gain skills in critical thinking, policy analysis, and advocacy to promote equity and justice in diverse communities.

Duration:
The BA in Social Justice is a 3-year undergraduate program, generally divided into 6 semesters. Each semester is typically of 6 months duration.

Average Fees:
The average fees for a BA in Social Justice in India range between ₹20,000 to ₹80,000 per year depending on the institution.

Exams to Attend:
Admission to the BA in Social Justice program is generally based on merit. Some colleges may also require entrance exams or interviews for admission, which vary from one institution to another. Notable exams include:

• DUET (Delhi University Entrance Test)

• CUCET (Central Universities Common Entrance Test)

• State-level or college-specific entrance tests

Syllabus (Semester-wise)

Semester 1:

1. Introduction to Social Justice

2. Political Ideologies and Social Justice

3. Human Rights: Concepts and Theories

4. Environmental Justice

5. English Communication Skills

6. Introduction to Sociology

Semester 2:

1. Social Movements in India

2. Gender and Social Justice

3. Poverty and Inequality

4. Disability and Social Justice

5. Language (Regional or Hindi)

6. History of Social Movements

Semester 3:

1. Social Policy and Law

2. Economic Justice and Development

3. Social Justice and Education

4. Tribal and Indigenous Rights

5. Research Methodology in Social Sciences

6. Internship / Fieldwork – I

Semester 4:

1. Social Justice and Urbanization

2. Minority Rights and Marginalized Communities

3. Social Work Practices and Principles

4. Global Social Justice Movements

5. Community Development Strategies

6. Internship / Fieldwork – II

Semester 5:

1. Social Justice in Public Policy

2. Criminal Justice and Rehabilitation

3. Environmental and Climate Justice Movements

4. Case Studies in Social Justice

5. Elective: NGO Management / Social Entrepreneurship

6. Internship / Fieldwork – III

Semester 6:

1. Dissertation / Research Project

2. Advanced Theories of Social Justice

3. Social Justice and the Legal System

4. International Human Rights Law

5. Seminar: Contemporary Issues in Social Justice

6. Internship / Fieldwork – IV

Top 10 Institutions for BA in Social Justice (Combined Ranking in India)

1. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai

2. Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi

3. Delhi University (DU), Delhi

4. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi

5. University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad

6. Ambedkar University, Delhi

7. Loyola College, Chennai

8. Madras Christian College, Chennai

9. Christ University, Bengaluru

10. St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for BA in Social Justice

1. University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram

2. Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

3. Calicut University, Malappuram

4. Kannur University, Kannur

5. St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam

6. Sacred Heart College, Thevara

7. Farook College, Kozhikode

8. CMS College, Kottayam

9. St. Joseph’s College, Devagiri

10. Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram