Course Details
Duration
Typically, B.A. in History is a three-year program.
What it Covers
Global & Indian History
From ancient civilizations to modern times, including socio-economic changes, political movements, and cultural heritage.
Key Themes
Governance, religion, art, architecture, and societal structures across different eras (e.g., Vedic, Gupta, Medieval India).
Historiography
The study of how history is written and interpreted.
Skills Developed
Critical Thinking
Analyzing historical claims and evidence for validity.
Research Skills
Working with diverse primary sources (inscriptions, documents, artifacts).
Analytical & Communication Skills
Connecting historical threads to understand the present and communicate findings.
Career paths & further studies
Careers
Education, Civil Services (UPSC, SSC), Museums, Archives, Journalism, Heritage Management, Curation.
Higher Studies
M.A. in History, Archaeology, Public Administration, or related fields.
Job Types
Teacher, Professor, Researcher
Museum Curator, Archivist, Heritage Manager
Journalist, Writer, Content Creator
Civil Servant, Policy Analyst, Lawyer , Inspector
Tourism
Main Employment Areas
Education & Academia
Culture, Arts & Heritage
Archaeologist
Media, Writing & Publishing
Writer/Content Creator
Journalist/Editor
Subject Matter Expert
Government & Public Sector
Civil Services
Policy Analyst/Research Assistant
Diplomat/International Relations
Business & Law
Lawyer
Business/Finance Roles
Key Skills Gained
Critical Thinking & Analysis
Research & Fact-Checking
Strong Writing & Communication
Understanding of Complex Systems & Cultures