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BA in Liberal Arts

BA in Liberal Arts

Course Overview

The BA in Liberal Arts offers a broad-based education in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Students develop critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills, preparing them for diverse careers or advanced studies. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary learning and personal growth.

Duration:
3 years (6 semesters)

Average Fees:
INR 50,000 to INR 2,00,000 per year (varies depending on the institution)

Exams to Attend:

  • Admission is usually based on merit or entrance exams. Some popular entrance exams include:

    • CUET (Common University Entrance Test)

    • JNUEE (Jawaharlal Nehru University Entrance Exam)

    • IPU CET (Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test)

    • Christ University Entrance Test

Syllabus (Semester-Wise):

The syllabus for a BA in Liberal Arts varies across institutions but generally covers a wide range of subjects, giving students a multidisciplinary approach to education.

  1. Semester 1:

    • Introduction to Liberal Arts

    • Academic Writing

    • Critical Thinking and Analysis

    • Foundations of Social Sciences (e.g., Sociology, Political Science)

    • Introduction to Philosophy

    • History of Civilization

  2. Semester 2:

    • Introduction to Economics

    • Environmental Studies

    • Global Perspectives on Culture

    • Communication and Media Studies

    • Literature: Classical and Modern Texts

    • Elective 1 (Language/Creative Arts)

  3. Semester 3:

    • Political Theory and Governance

    • Introduction to Psychology

    • Statistics and Research Methodologies

    • World History and Cultural Studies

    • Elective 2 (Economics, Psychology, Sociology)

    • Elective 3 (Language/Creative Writing)

  4. Semester 4:

    • Contemporary Social Issues in India

    • Ethics and Moral Philosophy

    • International Relations

    • Indian Literature and Arts

    • Elective 4 (Anthropology/Media Studies)

    • Elective 5 (Environmental Studies or any interdisciplinary option)

  5. Semester 5:

    • Indian Society and Politics

    • Advanced Studies in Chosen Specialization

    • Developmental Economics or Public Policy

    • Advanced Research Writing

    • Elective 6 (History/Political Science/Philosophy)

    • Project Work/Field Research

  6. Semester 6:

    • Global Political Economy

    • Capstone Project or Thesis

    • Advanced Elective in Specialization Area

    • Philosophy of Science and Knowledge

    • Career Development Workshop

    • Internship/Practical Application

Top 10 Ranking Institutions for BA in Liberal Arts in India (Combined Ranking):

  1. Ashoka University, Haryana

  2. Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities, Sonipat

  3. Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts, Pune

  4. Christ University, Bengaluru

  5. FLAME University, Pune

  6. Ahmedabad University, Gujarat

  7. Krea University, Andhra Pradesh

  8. Shiv Nadar University, Greater Noida

  9. Azim Premji University, Bengaluru

  10. Manipal Centre for Humanities, Manipal

Top 10 Institutions for BA in Liberal Arts in Kerala:

  1. Christ University, Kerala Campus

  2. St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam

  3. Sacred Heart College, Kochi

  4. Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram

  5. Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kochi

  6. Loyola College of Social Sciences, Thiruvananthapuram

  7. Farook College, Kozhikode

  8. Union Christian College, Aluva

  9. Maharaja’s College, Ernakulam

  10. St. Thomas College, Thrissur

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