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Fees
₹1,50,000
Placement
92.0%
Avg Package
₹7,50,000
Highest Package
₹12,00,000
Seats
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Students
250
Seats
100
Students
250
The Bachelor of Arts program at Andaman Nicobar Collge Ancol Port Blair is structured over eight semesters, with a carefully balanced mix of core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions. The curriculum is designed to foster a deep understanding of humanities and social sciences while encouraging interdisciplinary thinking and practical application.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BA101 | Introduction to Humanities | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BA102 | History of Ideas | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BA103 | Introduction to Psychology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BA104 | Introduction to Sociology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BA105 | English Literature | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BA106 | Philosophy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BA107 | Introduction to Political Science | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BA108 | Introduction to Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | BA201 | Research Methodology | 3-0-0-3 | BA101, BA102 |
| 2 | BA202 | Comparative Literature | 3-0-0-3 | BA105 |
| 2 | BA203 | Political Theory | 3-0-0-3 | BA107 |
| 2 | BA204 | Anthropology | 3-0-0-3 | BA104 |
| 2 | BA205 | Cultural Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA101 |
| 2 | BA206 | Environmental Sociology | 3-0-0-3 | BA104 |
| 2 | BA207 | Psychology and Social Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BA103 |
| 2 | BA208 | Public Policy | 3-0-0-3 | BA107 |
| 3 | BA301 | Digital Humanities | 3-0-0-3 | BA201 |
| 3 | BA302 | Gender Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA205 |
| 3 | BA303 | Global Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA201 |
| 3 | BA304 | History and Heritage Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA102 |
| 3 | BA305 | Political Theory and Governance | 3-0-0-3 | BA203 |
| 3 | BA306 | Language and Linguistics | 3-0-0-3 | BA105 |
| 3 | BA307 | Research in Social Sciences | 3-0-0-3 | BA201 |
| 3 | BA308 | Advanced Psychology | 3-0-0-3 | BA207 |
| 4 | BA401 | Capstone Project | 3-0-0-3 | BA307 |
| 4 | BA402 | Advanced Gender Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA302 |
| 4 | BA403 | Advanced Global Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA303 |
| 4 | BA404 | Advanced Political Theory | 3-0-0-3 | BA305 |
| 4 | BA405 | Advanced Language and Linguistics | 3-0-0-3 | BA306 |
| 4 | BA406 | Advanced Environmental Sociology | 3-0-0-3 | BA206 |
| 4 | BA407 | Advanced Cultural Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA205 |
| 4 | BA408 | Advanced History and Heritage | 3-0-0-3 | BA304 |
| 5 | BA501 | Internship in Social Sciences | 3-0-0-3 | BA401 |
| 5 | BA502 | Advanced Research Methods | 3-0-0-3 | BA401 |
| 5 | BA503 | Thesis in Humanities | 3-0-0-3 | BA401 |
| 5 | BA504 | Advanced Public Policy | 3-0-0-3 | BA208 |
| 5 | BA505 | Advanced Digital Humanities | 3-0-0-3 | BA301 |
| 5 | BA506 | Advanced Psychology and Social Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BA307 |
| 5 | BA507 | Advanced Cultural Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA407 |
| 5 | BA508 | Advanced Political Theory and Governance | 3-0-0-3 | BA404 |
| 6 | BA601 | Internship in Public Sector | 3-0-0-3 | BA501 |
| 6 | BA602 | Advanced Research Project | 3-0-0-3 | BA502 |
| 6 | BA603 | Thesis in Social Sciences | 3-0-0-3 | BA503 |
| 6 | BA604 | Advanced Public Policy | 3-0-0-3 | BA504 |
| 6 | BA605 | Advanced Language and Linguistics | 3-0-0-3 | BA505 |
| 6 | BA606 | Advanced Environmental Sociology | 3-0-0-3 | BA506 |
| 6 | BA607 | Advanced Cultural Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA507 |
| 6 | BA608 | Advanced History and Heritage | 3-0-0-3 | BA508 |
| 7 | BA701 | Internship in NGOs | 3-0-0-3 | BA601 |
| 7 | BA702 | Advanced Research Project | 3-0-0-3 | BA602 |
| 7 | BA703 | Thesis in Humanities | 3-0-0-3 | BA603 |
| 7 | BA704 | Advanced Public Policy | 3-0-0-3 | BA604 |
| 7 | BA705 | Advanced Digital Humanities | 3-0-0-3 | BA605 |
| 7 | BA706 | Advanced Psychology and Social Behavior | 3-0-0-3 | BA606 |
| 7 | BA707 | Advanced Cultural Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA607 |
| 7 | BA708 | Advanced Political Theory and Governance | 3-0-0-3 | BA608 |
| 8 | BA801 | Internship in International Organizations | 3-0-0-3 | BA701 |
| 8 | BA802 | Advanced Research Project | 3-0-0-3 | BA702 |
| 8 | BA803 | Final Thesis | 3-0-0-3 | BA703 |
| 8 | BA804 | Advanced Public Policy | 3-0-0-3 | BA704 |
| 8 | BA805 | Advanced Language and Linguistics | 3-0-0-3 | BA705 |
| 8 | BA806 | Advanced Environmental Sociology | 3-0-0-3 | BA706 |
| 8 | BA807 | Advanced Cultural Studies | 3-0-0-3 | BA707 |
| 8 | BA808 | Advanced History and Heritage | 3-0-0-3 | BA708 |
Each course in the curriculum is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the subject matter and to encourage critical thinking and analytical skills. The department emphasizes a project-based learning approach, where students engage in research, group projects, and real-world applications to enhance their learning experience.
The following advanced departmental elective courses are offered in the Bachelor of Arts program at Andaman Nicobar Collge Ancol Port Blair. These courses are designed to provide students with specialized knowledge and skills in their chosen areas of interest.
This course introduces students to the intersection of digital technologies and humanities disciplines. Students learn to use digital tools and methodologies to analyze texts, artifacts, and cultural phenomena. The course includes hands-on workshops on digital archiving, text mining, and data visualization.
This course explores the social, cultural, and political constructions of gender and sexuality. Students examine feminist theory, queer studies, and gender and development. The course includes case studies on gender inequality and social justice.
This course focuses on the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of public policies. Students learn about policy analysis, governance, and public administration. The course includes simulations of policy-making processes and real-world case studies.
This course examines global issues such as migration, climate change, and international relations. Students explore the interconnectedness of global challenges and the role of international organizations. The course includes debates on global governance and sustainable development.
This course explores the relationship between culture, media, and society. Students examine cultural production, representation, and identity. The course includes critical analysis of media texts and cultural practices.
This course examines the relationship between society and the environment. Students explore issues such as sustainability, environmental justice, and climate change. The course includes fieldwork on environmental issues and policy analysis.
This course combines insights from psychology and sociology to understand human behavior in social contexts. Students learn about social psychology, behavioral economics, and clinical psychology. The course includes practical applications in counseling and social services.
This course focuses on the study of historical events, cultural heritage, and historical preservation. Students learn to analyze historical sources and engage with heritage management and cultural policy. The course includes visits to historical sites and museums.
This course examines political systems, ideologies, and governance structures. Students explore political philosophy, comparative politics, and democratic theory. The course includes debates on governance and policy-making.
This course focuses on the study of language structure, usage, and acquisition. Students learn about phonetics, syntax, semantics, and sociolinguistics. The course includes practical applications in education, translation, and language technology.
The department's philosophy on project-based learning is rooted in the belief that students learn best when they are actively engaged in meaningful, real-world tasks. This approach encourages students to apply their knowledge in practical contexts, fostering deeper understanding and critical thinking skills.
The structure of project-based learning includes mandatory mini-projects in the second and third years, and a final-year thesis or capstone project. Students select their projects based on their interests and career aspirations, and are paired with faculty mentors who guide them through the research and development process.
The evaluation criteria for these projects include the quality of research, the clarity of presentation, the depth of analysis, and the impact of the findings. Students are encouraged to collaborate with peers, industry professionals, and community organizations to ensure that their projects have real-world relevance and applicability.
