School of Social Science & Humanities
Understanding People, Cultures, and Societies to Build a Better Future
🌟 Vision
“To cultivate socially responsible citizens and critical thinkers who contribute to the understanding, preservation, and transformation of society and culture through research, innovation, and community engagement.”
🎯 Mission
- To provide interdisciplinary education integrating social sciences, humanities, and liberal arts for holistic student development.
- To promote critical thinking, ethical values, and research skills that address local, national, and global social challenges.
- To encourage cultural understanding and social inclusivity, preparing graduates to engage in social policy, governance, and community initiatives.
- To foster academic and professional growth through collaborations with NGOs, government agencies, and international institutions.
- To develop socially impactful research and projects that contribute to sustainable societal development.
📘 Core Objectives
- Academic Excellence – Deliver high-quality programs in sociology, psychology, political science, literature, history, and related fields.
- Skill Development – Build strong analytical, communication, and research skills to enhance employability in diverse sectors.
- Community Engagement – Encourage participation in social projects, fieldwork, and internships with community organizations.
- Research & Innovation – Support studies on societal trends, policy development, and cultural preservation.
- Global Perspective – Prepare students for international opportunities in policy, diplomacy, human rights, and cultural studies.
Program Type | Program / Provider | Duration | Eligibility | Focus & Career Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Agrarian Sociology | ~12 weeks | Any graduate or undergrad (varies) | Rural sociology, development fields, research assistant roles |
Certificate | Sociological Perspectives on Modernity | ~8–12 weeks | Open to all | Foundation for sociology/humanities careers, research & policy roles |
Certificate | Languages (English / Arabic / German / Urdu etc.) | 6 months – 1 year | Class 10 or 12, sometimes graduate | Translator, interpreter, language instructor, documentation roles |
Certificate | Certificate in HIV & Family Education; Disaster Management | ~6 months | Class 10/12 | Social outreach, counseling support, NGO / community support roles |
Diploma (UG) | Diploma in Tourism Management | 1 year | Class 12 (>=45%) | Entry-level tourism coordinator, office admin, travel desk roles |
Diploma | Diploma in Counselling Psychology / Psychotherapy | 1 year | Bachelor’s in Psychology / Social Sciences | School / NGO counselor, support worker, basic therapy assistant |
Diploma | Diploma in Creative Writing in English | 1 year | Bachelor’s / any stream | Content writing, editorial assistant, freelance writing roles |
Diploma | Diploma in Urdu Journalism / Applied Linguistics / Translation | ~1 year | Class 12 or graduate (depends on course) | Media assistant, translator, localization roles |
Diploma | Post-Graduate Diploma in Mental Health / Rural Development etc. | 1 year | Graduate (>=45%) | NGO sector, welfare agencies, policy support, mental health outreach |
Program | Typical Duration | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
B.A. (Hons) Political Science / Economics / History / Sociology / Psychology / English | 3 years | 10+2 pass (any stream); often ≥50% aggregate; CUET-UG or university entrance required in leading colleges |
B.A. (Programme) | 3 years | 10+2 pass around ≥45-50%; typically based on merit or CUET |
B.A. Liberal Arts (Honours) | 4 years (NEP-aligned) | 10+2 with ≥50% |
BA – Integrated combinations (e.g., History-Tourism-Journalism, Psychology-Media) | 3 years | 10+2 pass with merit/entrance per institution |
BA in Social Work (BSW) | 3 years | 10+2 pass; typically ≥45% |
Program (M.A. / M.Sc.) | Duration | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
M.A. Political Science | 2 years (4 sem.) | Any Bachelor’s degree (≥ 45–50%) |
M.A. Sociology | 2 years | UG in any discipline (≥ 45–50%) |
M.A. Economics / M.Sc. Economics | 2 years | UG in relevant or arts discipline (≥ 45–50%) |
M.A. Psychology / M.Sc. Psychology | 2 years | UG (Psychology honours) typically required with ≥50% marks |
M.A. Social Work (MSW) | 2 years | UG in any discipline (≥45%) |
M.A. Public Administration / IR / Women’s Studies | 2 years | UG in any stream (≥45%) |
Discipline / PhD Program | Duration | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
PhD in Sociology | 3–6 years | Master’s (≥55%, 50% reserved categories); UGC-NET/JRF or university entrance exam/exempt if qualified |
PhD in Political Science | 3–5 years | Master’s in Political Science or related (≥55%); NET/JRF or entrance + interview; exemption possible |
PhD in Economics / Development Studies | 3–5 years | Master’s degree (≥55%) in Economics or related; NET / GATE / institute exam preferred |
PhD in Humanities (Literature, History, Gender, etc.) | 3–6 years | Master’s (≥55%, 50% SC/ST) in relevant field; NET-qualified or institute-specific entry & research proposal |
Interdisciplinary PhD (STS, Policy Studies, Social Work) | 3–6 years | Master’s in relevant discipline (≥55%); NET/GATE/JRF exempt qualification, written test + interview |
Program Level | Typical Programs | Common Job Roles | Starting Salary (₹ LPA) | Mid/Senior Salary (₹ LPA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Certificate / Diploma | Short-term certs (e.g. research methods, languages), Diploma in counseling or community development | Research Assistant, Outreach Worker, Translator, Counselor | ₹2–4 | ₹4–6 |
Undergraduate (UG) | BA Hons. in Sociology, Political Science, History, Economics, Psychology | Social Worker, Research Assistant, HR Assistant, PR Associate, Policy Analyst | ₹2.5–4 | ₹5–9 |
Postgraduate (PG) | MA Sociology, Political Science, Psychology, Economics, MSW | Social Researcher, Policy Analyst, Psychologist, HR Specialist, NGO Coordinator | ₹4–6 | ₹6–12 |
PhD / Doctorate | PhD in Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Humanities, Policy Studies | Assistant Professor, Research Scientist, Policy Consultant, Think-tank Analyst | ₹5–8 (acad.) / ₹6–10 (policy roles) | ₹8–15+ |