Overview:
BA in Humanities is a broad-based interdisciplinary program that covers various fields of study including literature, history, philosophy, sociology, political science, and cultural studies. The course aims to provide students with a strong foundation in understanding human culture and society through various theoretical and practical approaches.

Duration:
3 years (6 semesters)

Semester-wise Syllabus for BA in Humanities:

Semester 1:

• Introduction to Humanities

• History of Civilizations

• Foundations of Literature

• Political Science I: Concepts and Theories

• Fieldwork/Practical I

Semester 2:

• Philosophy and Ethics

• Cultural Studies and Media

• Sociology: Social Structures and Institutions

• Environmental Studies

• Fieldwork/Practical II

Semester 3:

• History of Indian Thought

• Comparative Literature

• Political Science II: Governance and Democracy

• Sociology: Social Change and Development

• Fieldwork/Practical III

Semester 4:

• Philosophy of Modernity

• Media and Society

• Social Justice and Human Rights

• Introduction to Anthropology

• Fieldwork/Practical IV

Semester 5:

• Contemporary Political Theory

• Critical Theory and Literature

• Globalization and Society

• Elective Course I (Choose from topics like Art History, Linguistics, Gender Studies, etc.)

• Fieldwork/Practical V

Semester 6:

• Advanced Topics in Humanities (Choose from Cultural Studies, Modern Philosophy, or International Relations)

• Elective Course II (Choose from specialized topics within humanities)

• Research Dissertation/Project Work

• Community Engagement and Social Responsibility

• Fieldwork/Practical VI

Average Fees:

₹15,000 to ₹1,50,000 per annum (depending on the institution)

Exams to Attend:

• University-level semester exams

• Internal assessments (projects, assignments, and presentations)

• Fieldwork and practical exams

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

1. University of Delhi, Delhi

2. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi

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

4. Jamia Millia Islamia University, Delhi

5. Jadavpur University, Kolkata

6. Loyola College, Chennai

7. Madras Christian College, Chennai

8. St. Xavier's College, Mumbai

9. Christ University, Bangalore

10. Ashoka University, Sonepat

Top 10 Institutions for BA in Humanities in Kerala:

1. Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kochi

2. Loyola College of Social Sciences, Thiruvananthapuram

3. St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam

4. Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady

5. Sacred Heart College, Thevara

6. BCM College, Kottayam

7. Assumption College, Changanassery

8. Marian College, Kuttikkanam

9. De Paul Institute of Science and Technology, Angamaly

10. St. Joseph's College, Devagiri