Dyal Singh College

B.A. (Hons.) – Dyal Singh College

The B.A. (Hons.) program at Dyal Singh College offers a specialized education in various subjects within the humanities and social sciences. The course is designed to provide in-depth knowledge of the chosen discipline and is ideal for students who wish to pursue a career or higher studies in the respective field.

Duration and Structure

• Duration: 3 years (6 semesters)

• System: CBCS (Choice Based Credit System)

• Mode: Full-time undergraduate degree

• Type: Honours degree with a focus on specialized study in the chosen subject

B.A. (Hons.) Courses Offered at Dyal Singh College

1. B.A. (Hons.) English

   • British and American Literature

   • Literary Theory and Criticism

   • Poetry, Drama, Fiction, and Creative Writing

   • Postcolonial Literature, Cultural Studies

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

   • Political Theory, Indian Politics

   • Comparative Politics, International Relations

   • Public Policy, Governance, and Political Economy

3. B.A. (Hons.) History

   • Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Indian History

   • World History, Historiography, and Methodology

   • Gender, Environment, and Economic History

4. B.A. (Hons.) Economics

   • Microeconomics, Macroeconomics

   • Indian Economy, Public Finance

   • Development Economics, Econometrics, and Quantitative Techniques

5. B.A. (Hons.) Philosophy

   • Western and Indian Philosophy

   • Logic, Ethics, and Philosophy of Mind

   • Philosophy of Religion and Aesthetics

6. B.A. (Hons.) Sanskrit

   • Classical Literature and Grammar

   • Indian Philosophy and Culture

   • Sanskrit Poetry, Prose, and Translation

Course Components

1. Core Papers

   • Focus on the main discipline (e.g., Political Theory, British Literature, History of India)

2. DSE (Discipline-Specific Electives)

   • Advanced topics relevant to the specific subject of study (e.g., Comparative Politics in Political Science)

3. AECC (Ability Enhancement Compulsory Courses)

   • Environmental Studies

   • English/Hindi Communication

4. SEC (Skill Enhancement Courses)

   • Courses aimed at developing practical skills (e.g., Research Methodology, Translation)

5. GE (Generic Electives)

   • Courses from other disciplines to broaden knowledge (e.g., Sociology for Political Science students)

Eligibility and Admission

• Admission Mode: Based on CUET (UG)

• Eligibility:

  • 10+2 from any recognized board

  • Students must choose the subject for which they wish to apply based on their 12th-grade subjects

  • Admission is determined by CUET scores and availability of the subject

Why Choose B.A. (Hons.) at Dyal Singh College

• Specialized knowledge in a chosen field

• Experienced faculty and academic excellence in humanities and social sciences

• Rich campus life with academic, cultural, and extracurricular activities

• Well-structured curriculum for further studies or competitive exams

• Located in South Campus, close to various educational and professional opportunities

Career Opportunities After B.A. (Hons.)

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

• Civil Services: UPSC, SSC exams

• Teaching (with further qualifications such as B.Ed.)

• Media, Journalism, Public Relations

• NGOs, Public Policy, Social Work

• Corporate Sector in management, human resources, etc.