Deen Dayal Upadhyaya

B.A. (Hons.) at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College (DDUC)

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is a focused 3-year undergraduate degree specializing in a single subject in the arts or social sciences. DDUC is primarily known for its science and commerce courses but does offer select B.A. (Hons.) courses, depending on faculty availability and seat allocation.

Commonly Offered B.A. (Hons.) Courses at DDUC:

As of the latest general structure (subject to change annually):

1. B.A. (Hons.) English

   • Focuses on British, Indian, American, and postcolonial literature

   • Includes papers on poetry, drama, fiction, literary theory, and linguistics

   • Develops critical reading, writing, and interpretation skills

2. B.A. (Hons.) Hindi

   • Studies classical and modern Hindi literature

   • Includes literary criticism, Hindi linguistics, Dalit literature, and translation studies

   • Aims to build strong analytical and language proficiency

3. B.A. (Hons.) Political Science (offered selectively depending on year)

   • Includes Indian political thought, Western political philosophy, comparative politics, international relations, public policy

   • Prepares students for roles in civil services, politics, policy, and academics

Note: DDUC traditionally offers fewer B.A. (Hons.) options compared to colleges like Miranda House or Hindu College, as it is more science- and commerce-oriented. Always confirm current offerings from the official college portal or prospectus.

Course Structure:

• Duration: 3 years (6 semesters)

• Type: Specialized Honours degree in a single subject

• Curriculum Includes:

  • Core papers in the specialization

  • Discipline-specific electives (DSE)

  • Generic electives (GE) from other disciplines

  • Skill enhancement courses (SEC)

  • Ability enhancement compulsory courses (AECC) such as Environmental Studies and English Communication

Admission Criteria:

• Entrance: Through CUET (Common University Entrance Test)

• Eligibility:

  • 10+2 from a recognized board

  • Subject-specific requirements (e.g., English for B.A. English Hons., Hindi for Hindi Hons.)

  • CUET subject selection must align with desired program

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of B.A. (Hons.) programs have a wide range of career options:

• Higher Studies: M.A., M.Phil., or Ph.D. in the chosen subject

• Civil Services: UPSC, SSC, and other competitive exams

• Academia and Research

• Journalism, Publishing, Content Writing

• NGO and Development Sector

• Translation, Copywriting, and Editing

• Teaching (with B.Ed.)