Shivaji College

College Name:

Shivaji College
University of Delhi

Type:

Government College, Co-Educational

Duration:

3 Years (6 Semesters)

Mode:

Full-time, Regular

Eligibility:

• Completed 10+2 from a recognized board.

• Minimum eligibility criteria vary depending on the subject.

• Admission is through CUET-UG (Common University Entrance Test) or merit-based, depending on the course and year.

B.A. (Hons.) Programmes Offered at Shivaji College:

Shivaji College offers several B.A. (Hons.) courses in various disciplines, providing students with a robust academic foundation and diverse career opportunities.

1. B.A. (Hons.) English

   • Core Subjects: English literature, drama, poetry, language, literary criticism, and creative writing.

   • Career Opportunities: Content writing, editing, publishing, media, teaching, and higher studies (M.A. in English, Journalism).

2. B.A. (Hons.) Political Science

   • Core Subjects: Political theory, comparative politics, Indian government, international relations, political ideologies.

   • Career Opportunities: Civil services, political consulting, research, NGOs, journalism, and further studies (M.A. in Political Science).

3. B.A. (Hons.) History

   • Core Subjects: Ancient, medieval, and modern history, historiography, research methods, world history, and cultural history.

   • Career Opportunities: Teaching, research, heritage and tourism, museum curation, and further studies (M.A. in History).

4. B.A. (Hons.) Economics

   • Core Subjects: Microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, development economics, and international economics.

   • Career Opportunities: Economist, financial analyst, data analyst, government jobs, banking, and further studies (M.A. in Economics, MBA).

5. B.A. (Hons.) Sociology

   • Core Subjects: Sociological theories, social change, Indian society, social institutions, and social research methods.

   • Career Opportunities: Social work, human resources, policy research, NGOs, public administration, and further studies (M.A. in Sociology).

6. B.A. (Hons.) Philosophy

   • Core Subjects: Western philosophy, Indian philosophy, ethics, logic, philosophy of mind, and epistemology.

   • Career Opportunities: Teaching, research, writing, and further studies (M.A. in Philosophy).

7. B.A. (Hons.) Psychology

   • Core Subjects: Cognitive psychology, social psychology, abnormal psychology, research methods, and applied psychology.

   • Career Opportunities: Mental health services, counseling, human resources, research, and higher studies (M.A. in Psychology).

Course Structure (CBCS – Choice Based Credit System):

The B.A. (Hons.) courses at Shivaji College follow the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). The structure includes:

• Core Courses (CC): Major subject-specific papers.

• Discipline Specific Electives (DSE): Advanced papers that allow deeper study in the subject.

• Generic Electives (GE): Papers from other disciplines to provide an interdisciplinary perspective.

• Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC): Practical papers that focus on skill development.

• Ability Enhancement Compulsory Courses (AECC): Includes Environmental Studies and English/Hindi Communication.

Assessment:

• Internal Assessment: Includes assignments, presentations, class tests, quizzes, and mid-semester exams.

• End-Semester Examinations: Conducted by the University of Delhi at the end of each semester.

Career Opportunities After B.A. (Hons.) from Shivaji College:

Graduates of the B.A. (Hons.) programme from Shivaji College can pursue a variety of career paths, including:

• Public Sector Jobs: Through UPSC, SSC, and other competitive exams.

• Corporate Sector: HR, marketing, and administrative roles.

• Teaching and Research: Teaching in schools, research positions, and higher education.

• Further Studies: M.A. in the respective discipline, M.B.A., or other professional degrees.

• NGOs, Media, and Journalism: Jobs in social work, media, and writing.

Degree Awarded By: University of Delhi