The B.A. (Hons. with Research) in History is a flexible and forward-thinking 3-year or 4-year undergraduate program aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Offered by SGT University, Gurgaon — one of India’s top institutions for Social Sciences — this program builds a strong foundation in history and historical thinking, historical methodology. It offers specializations in archival research, archaeology, history writing, creative thinking, and above all, it equips students to think historically with an interdisciplinary approach that provides a foundation to all other disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, medical sciences, and the discipline of geography. The various courses embedded in the degree program familiarize students with fundamental debates on Indian and global history, situating India in the global world while developing their critical and analytical skills.
It will prepare students for impactful careers in civil services, media and publishing, public policy, research, archives, museums, tourism, and law.
Students can opt for a 3-year Bachelor's Degree or a 4-year Honours with Research Degree, based on their career ambitions.
Our Approach to History Learning
At SGT University, history isn’t about memorizing dates—it’s about asking questions and exploring stories of the past that shape our present. We treat history as a journey of ideas, cultures, and people, open to different interpretations.
You’ll learn not just from books, but also from archives, films, maps, museums, and even field visits to archaeological sites and monuments. Together, we’ll explore questions like:
Our program is designed to encourage you to think critically, connect the dots, and see history as a living, exciting process that explains the world we live in.
B.A. (Hons. with Research) in History Subjects and Syllabus
The B.A. (Hons. with Research) in History syllabus encompasses a diverse range of subjects within the field of History, along with skill development and interdisciplinary learning, with a special focus on: culture, religion, texts, art and architecture, and ideas; states, empires, politics, and societies; intellectual traditions, movements, partitions, and after.
Core History Areas:
Course Structure: B.A. (Hons with Research) in History
Discipline Specific Electives (DSE): Sociology, Political Science, International Relations
Discipline Specific Electives (DSE): Sociology, Political Science, International Relations
Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC): Foreign Language (German/ Spanish/ French), Content Writing, SPSS, CSAT, Field Learning Techniques, documentary making, archival research, heritage walks and tourism, Oral History Interviews, and archaeology.
Qualification: 10+2 from a recognized board
Minimum Marks: 50% aggregate
Subject: English
Up to 100% Merit-Based Scholarships:
| Year | Graduates of this program will be able to : |
|---|---|
| 1 | Understand the process of the production of historical knowledge, and equip in the craft of history writing through the tradition of archiving, excavating and conserving classical texts, archaeological sites and remains can change our understanding of the past. |
| 2 | Understand the process of the production of historical knowledge, and equip in the craft of history writing through the tradition of archiving, excavating and conserving classical texts, archaeological sites and remains can change our understanding of the past. |
| 3 | Examine and analyse how political, cultural and religious ideologies shape historical narratives. |
| 4 | Apply history research methods and interdisciplinary approaches to address the contemporary issues and challenges. |
| 5 | Conduct independent research in your specialised field and gain practical experience through field visits to historical sites, internships, and civic engagement. |
| 6 | Apply historical knowledge through writing in historical journals, blogs, newspapers, in public speaking, policy briefs, heritage walks, and analytical papers. |
| 7 | Develop skills applicable to careers in government jobs, media houses, law firms, public relations, academics, archives, museums, and archaeological projects. |
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