Bhagini Nivedita College (bnc)

Course Name:

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) – B.A. (Hons.)

Duration:

3 years (6 semesters)
Full-time undergraduate degree under the UGCF (Undergraduate Curriculum Framework)

Eligibility Criteria:

• Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board

• Admission through CUET (UG) conducted by NTA

• Required subjects in CUET depend on the chosen honours subject

• Admission is merit-based, considering CUET score and subject combinations

B.A. (Hons.) Courses Typically Offered at BNC:

(Offerings may vary by session, but commonly include:)

1. B.A. (Hons.) Hindi

2. B.A. (Hons.) History

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

These subjects align with the college’s focus on social sciences and humanities.

Course Structure:

Each B.A. (Hons.) course includes:

• Core Papers – Related to the honours discipline (e.g., Political Science or Hindi)

• Discipline-Specific Electives (DSEs) – Advanced topics in the main subject

• Generic Electives (GEs) – Subjects chosen from other disciplines

• Skill Enhancement Courses (SECs) – e.g., academic writing, translation, data literacy

• Ability Enhancement Courses (AECs) – English/MIL communication, Environmental Studies

• Value Addition Courses (VACs) – Ethics, leadership, soft skills, digital tools

Teaching & Evaluation:

• Classroom lectures, tutorials, and student presentations

• Continuous internal assessments

• Final University exams at the end of each semester

Campus Life and Support:

• Women-focused campus with a safe and encouraging environment

• Active involvement in cultural activities, NSS, NCC, and student societies

• Workshops, seminars, and academic competitions

• Career counselling and placement assistance

Career Opportunities After B.A. (Hons.):

• Higher education: M.A., B.Ed., M.Phil., PhD

• Competitive exams: UPSC, SSC, CTET, banking, etc.

• Roles in content writing, teaching, NGOs, journalism, public policy

• Opportunities in civil services, education sector, and social research

• With additional training: marketing, HR, digital media, and administration