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The programme provides an advanced understanding of the key economic, political, strategic, cultural, legal and organisational dynamics that shape international affairs, with a primary focus on practical policy development and implementation. Graduates in International Relations are employed in government, journalism, law, non-governmental organizations, international business, and teaching and research. Some of the IR experts become free lancers and work as advisors to political parties, Government organisation, think tanks, strategy organisation and opinion makers. Graduates have openings in foreign services, United nations organisation, etc.

Hello,
Below are the majors at graduation for psychology:
Methodology
Statistics
The physical brain and behavior
Cognition
Social psychology
From past few years more focus is on the following topics:
a- Cognitive Ability: It covers relevance and validity of certain assessment and testing methods, including possible bias.
b- Neuropsychology: It covers tools and techniques for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of common psychological conditions rooted in physiological causes.
c- Human Behavior.
d- Organizational Psychology: This covers studies relating understanding relationship between the group and the individual.
e- Developmental Psychopathology: Topics include understanding anxiety, gender or sexuality, eating, behavioral, etc.
f- Assessment Skills: Includes factors involved with working with diverse populations.

Mentioned below is the syllabus for sociology, which is been taught during Bachelor's degree:
Year I:
Sem. I (Basic Concepts in Sociology):
Sociology: Nature, Scope and Significance; Relationship with History, Economics, Political Science, Anthropology and Psychology.
- Basic Concepts
- Social Groups and Processes
- Social Institutions
Sem. II (Society, Culture and Social Change):
- Societies
- Culture
- Processes of Social Change
- Social Stratification
Year II: Sem. III (Methods in Social Research):
- Social Research
- Research Method
- Techniques of Data Collection
- Statistical Analysis and Use of Computer in Social Research
Sem. IV (Indian Society Optional I):
- Evolution of Indian Society
- Indian Social Institutions
- Processes of Social Change in India
- Social Issues and Problems
(Social Problems in India-Optional-II):
- Social Problem
- Structural Issues
- Problems and Issues
- Social Disorganization
Social Change and Development (Optional III):
- Social Change
- Theories of Social Change
- Social Change in Contemporary India
- Development Programmes in India
Year III: Sem. V (Foundations of Social Thought):
- Positivism
- Functionalism
- Conflict
- Inter-actionalism
Semester VI (Population Studies-Optional I):
- Studies
- Population Theories
- Population Composition in India
- Population Planning and Control
Semester V (Environment and Society-Optional II):
- Environment and its Concepts
- Environmental Issues
- Environment and Development
- Contemporary Environmental Problems
Semester VI Rural Society: (Structure and Change-Optional-III)
- Introduction to Rural Sociology
- Rural Social Structure
- Rural Economy
- Rural Political Structure
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is an undergraduate sociology course. Sociology is the study of social relations, social stratification, social interaction, culture, etc. Broadly, B.A. (Sociology) degree course is the study of society. The degree course mainly covers the study of some of its specialized fields namely Applied Sociology, Comparative Sociology, Cultural Sociology, Collective Behavior, Crime and Delinquency, Community and Demography. Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is three years duration course.

Yes, sure you can take up archeology as an undergraduate course at this level.
The eligibility to pursue this course is that the candidate should pass 10 (+2) exam or higher secondary exam from a recognized board.
It does not matter that you do not belong to arts stream at your 12th level. So don't get depressed and start your career with a new enthusiasm.
Archaeology is a career for those who have an acute interest and training in culture and history. It is preferable for candidates to have a background of ancient history and culture. The basic eligibility criteria for Bachelors course in history/ archaeology (I.e BA level) of three-year duration, is 10+2 or equivalent. After graduation one can opt for a post graduate Diploma or degree course in archaeology.
Graduates in history in any stream with an aggregate of 55% marks can apply for Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma or post graduation (MA/ M.Sc.) in different fields of archaeology. Duration of these courses may vary from 1 year to 2 years. Admission to the two year post Graduate Diploma course at the Institute of Archaeology, the academic wing of the Archeological Survey of India in New Delhi, is on the basis of a written exam and an interview.

Hi,
Following values:
1. Invest in your future
Although it's not strictly essential to have a strong plan for your future career before applying to graduate school, it certainly helps. Students applying to graduate school should do so with their eyes on the future, seeing further study as an investment in their own potential and not simply as a way to postpone the end of student life.
2. Get noticed in today's job market
More people than ever are joining in graduate degrees today and because of this an undergraduate qualification alone can sometimes fail to get you noticed alongside equally or more highly educated candidates. Those holding only a Bachelor's degree are struggling to appeal to employers even at entry level in certain industries.
3. Pursue your interests in more depth
Although most undergraduate degrees allow students the opportunity to choose modules of personal interest, a Master's degree does this to a much greater extent. You will be expected to conduct independent research in order to develop your thoughts and ideas regarding a field that deeply interests you.
4. Improve your financial prospects
Higher earning potential is one of the most-cited reasons for enrolling in a Master's degree, and even if this isn't your main driver, it's likely to provide an added incentive. A graduate degree has been found to improve the financial prospects of workers by over 5,000 more each year, compared to someone holding just a Bachelor's degree.
5. Get academic recognition
Grad school provides a stable forum in which to research and explore theories and ideas. If during your degree you conduct any research that is particularly exceptional, you may be recognized for that achievement by the academic community perhaps by being invited to present your paper at a conference, contribute to a research project, or even receive accreditation in a piece of work published in a journal.

A multidisciplinary Science, archaeology incorporates knowledge of geology, anthropology, history, etc. Archaeologists go into major periods of human activity to understand its influences on life by studying old monuments, inscriptions, excavation sites, etc. Archivists examine papers to find archival proof. It is a specialised area of the humanities with little employment options for archivists and archaeologists. The majority of positions in this profession are found in government agencies or educational institutions. The majority of archaeology graduates and postgraduates are employed with the Archaeological Survey of India and state archaeology departments.

The Exam Pattern of TISS BAT is very simple. The entrance test will be of 90 minutes duration and the total marks will be 100. Here you have to face two section. Part A-will be a 60-minute test with multiple-choice questions on current affairs, social awareness and logical and analytical reasoning, carrying 60 marks. Part B -will be a written test with a set of descriptive questions in English. Candidate is expected to write two short answers in 30 minutes carrying 40 marks. You need to learn Maths (at least upto class 10th level) and English writing (especially vocabulary). Apart from Maths and English you have to study some more topics which are essentials for this exam. GK has to be done really well. Static and Current. Newspaper and year books, current affairs, History, Geography, Political science, Science and Tech, sports, Mythology, Books and Authors, Births and Deaths, government and ministries and name of major leaders, and lastly, movements. There should not need to be panic. This exam is all just mean to testify your knowledge about social science. Hence study well and stay focused. Hope this helps.
Beat of luck.

These are the best colleges in terms of both faculty and placements, Best universities for arts and humanities, the major ones are -
Alvas College of Social Work
Munsiyari, Uttarakhand, India
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University Srinagar, Uttarakhand, India
Doon University
Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
D. B. S. (PG) College
Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Kumaun University
Nainital, Uttarakhand, India
Institute of Media, Management and Technology Institute offers Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes in Mass Communication, Management, Hotel management and Social Work. Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Ved and Arts College, Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya
Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India.

There are quite number of opportunities present in the working world today for students from this field. You will be presented with the option of joining education, government, non-profit sectors once you complete your education in this field.
There are a number of benefits of studying the subject, as a Philosopher will develop reasoned arguments, will communicate effectively also will have the ability to speak, think and write more clearly. Philosophers are known to have more creative and original solutions to problems and can easily analyze complex problems as well as examine problems systematically. Also, philosophers tend to learn to be empathetic and also understand related disciplines.
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for admission to a Bachelor degree, one must clear his or her higher secondary school certificate education from a recognized college. The duration for Bachelor course is three years.
The eligibility criterion for admission master course in Philosophy is holding a Bachelor degree in any stream. The duration of the master course is mostly two years.
Course available in Philosophy are
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Bachelor of Arts Honors in Philosophy
Master of Arts in Philosophy
Master of Arts Honors in Philosophy
Master of philosophy in Philosophy
Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy
Specializations available in Philosophy are
Epistemology
Logic
Ethics
Political Philosophy
Aesthetics
Philosophy of Language
Philosophy of Mind
Metaphysics
Job prospects
A student who completes their education with a Bachelor or Master degree in Philosophy can think of working in quite a number of avenues, both in India and abroad. One can look for a job in many sectors which can range from specialist in HR, interviewer, consultant, student affairs, public service, journalism, research, law, diplomacy, insurance, etc. Students who have done research on philosophy can opt for teaching jobs in research institutes, universities and in colleges.

The best universities in Uttar Pradesh for higher studies in arts and humanities are-
D. B. S. College, Kanpur
D. B. S. College was established in 1958. It is located in one of the biggest industrial metropolis of UP in Kanpur. The college, situated in Govind Nagar, Kanpur, stands as a hallmark of higher education. It was earlier affiliated to Agra University and later on with the establishment of Kanpur University (C. S. J. M. University), the college automatically got affiliated with C. S. J. M. University, Kanpur. The institute offers various courses in Science, Humanities, Engineering and Technology. Admission to the institute is based on marks scored in 10+2 or equivalent examination.
Isabella Thoburn College
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
National P. G. College
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India
Amity University, Noida
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
D A V College
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Dayalbagh Educational Institute (DEI)
Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
Galgotia's University
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Hello, All graduates who completed their studies using the 10+2+3 pattern or higher and received at least 50% of their total marks are eligible to apply for B.Ed. Admission. Teachers who have completed their education and teacher certification are referred to as TGTs (Trained Graduate Teachers). TGT is hired as a teacher to instruct classes up to X. Teachers with post-graduate degrees and training who are qualified to teach up to class XII are known as PGTs (Post Graduate Teachers). A B.Sc. B.Ed. Student is qualified for TGT positions in public and private schools. However, M.Sc. B.Ed. Graduates can work as PGTs in both public and private institutions.

Every year the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) conducts an All India entrance examination for admission to Bachelor of Arts (BA) programmes offered by the university. Entrance exam has been divided into five sections namely General Awareness, Numerical Aptitude, General Mental Ability, General English and Social Science, each divided into number of individual chapters.
Mathematical Aptitude Test Areas (+2 Level): Logarithms, Inequalities, Matrices and Determinants, Progressions, Binomial Expansion, Permutation and Combination, Equations (upto degree 2), Function and Relation, Complex Arithmetic, 2-D Coordinate Geometry, Basics of Calculus, Basic Concepts of Probability.
Analytical and Logical Reasoning: Questions will be mainly for checking logical conclusion, graphical/data interpretation, etc.

The best universities/colleges in Tamil Nadu for graduate courses in arts and humanities are:
Madras School of Social Work
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Course:
Bachelor of Social Work
Master of Science (Counselling Psychology)
Government Arts College For Men
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Course:
Bachelor of Arts (Tamil Literature)
Bachelor of Arts (English Literature)
Department of Psychology, Bharathiar University
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Course:
Master of Philosophy
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)
Madras Christian College
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Course:
Bachelor of Arts (History)
BA in English Literature
Madras School of Economics
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Course:
Masters Degree (M.Sc) in Financial Economics
Ph.D in Economics

The core courses in an MBA programme cover various areas of business such as accounting, finance, marketing, human resources, and operations in a manner most relevant to management analysis and strategy. Most programs also include elective courses. Eligibility criteria for seeking admission in majority of B-Schools for MBA/ PGDM is that candidate must be a graduate with minimum 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in any discipline from a University recognised by Association of Indian Universities / AICTE/ UGC etc. Candidates appearing final year of graduation are also eligible to apply for MBA/ PGDM programs provided they complete all formalities of the examinations before June July in year in which candidate is planning to take admission. MBA after B.A. Is a excellent career growth choice. Candidate with MBA from prestigious B-Schools have similar career growth opportunities as of Engineers and other graduates.