The B.A. (Honors with Research) is a four-year undergraduate program designed to provide advanced academic grounding in humanities and social sciences while developing structured research aptitude. The program emphasizes critical thinking, interdisciplinary understanding, and analytical writing aligned with undergraduate research standards.

This course covers specializations including English, Hindi, Sanskrit, Sociology, Music, History, Political Science, Philosophy, Psychology, Economics, Public Administration, Geography, Rural Development, Visual Arts, Fine Arts, and Home Science. Students engage in coursework supported by research projects, seminars, fieldwork, practical assignments, and guided academic research, preparing them for higher studies and research-oriented careers.

Job Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue diverse career paths, including:
Research Assistant – Supporting academic and policy research through data collection, analysis, and documentation.
Content Analyst – Developing and evaluating academic, educational, or informational content.
Policy Research Associate – Assisting in policy studies, reports, and impact assessments.
Academic Coordinator – Managing academic programs, research activities, and curriculum support.
Social Research Executive – Conducting surveys, field studies, and social impact research.
Education Consultant – Advising on academic planning, curriculum development, and learning strategies.
Cultural Program Officer – Managing cultural, heritage, and arts-based initiatives.
Development Project Associate – Supporting rural and community development programs.
Public Administration Executive – Assisting administrative and governance-related functions.

Focused Industries
Graduates are increasingly required across education, research, public policy, and development sectors in India and globally, where interdisciplinary knowledge and research capability support evidence-based decision-making and social analysis.

• Education and Academia – Universities, colleges, research institutions

• Public Policy and Governance – Government bodies, think tanks

• Social Research and NGOs – Development organizations, research agencies

• Media and Publishing – Academic publishing houses, content platforms

• Cultural and Heritage Management – Cultural institutions, arts organizations

Market Leader Companies
Indian Companies: Tata Institute of Social Sciences, National Council of Educational Research and Training, Centre for Policy Research, Observer Research Foundation, Indian Council of Social Science Research, Pratham
International Companies: UNESCO, World Bank, British Council, Oxford University Press, Pearson Education, Springer Nature

Future Forecast -
The demand for graduates with strong research orientation in humanities and social sciences remains stable due to sustained needs in education, policy formulation, cultural preservation, and social development. Academic research, interdisciplinary studies, and qualitative analysis continue to be integral to informed governance and societal progress, ensuring long-term relevance for research-focused graduates.

Why Choose
The program offers an academically rigorous structure that integrates subject specialization with formal research training, supporting progression to postgraduate and doctoral studies.

It enables students to build analytical depth, research discipline, and interdisciplinary perspective suitable for academic, policy, and development-oriented career paths.