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Bachelor of Arts or BA courses are interdisciplinary and are available in multiple specialisations. Candidates can pursue BA courses right after class 12th or even after graduation. It is an undergraduate or postgraduate degree course awarded to aspirants in the field of Arts related to Humanities or Social Science. Candidates study different subjects like Psychology, Philosophy, Political Science, History and many others. BA syllabus is designed such that it helps candidates to understand different concepts and topics related to the field of arts. 

Table of Contents
  1. BA Course: Highlights
  2. Types of BA Courses
    • 2.1 Popular BA Courses 
  3. BA Subjects and Syllabus 
    • 3.1 BA Core Courses
    • 3.2 BA Elective Courses 
  4. FAQs on BA Courses and Subjects

BA Course: Highlights

Exam Particulars Exam Statistics
BA Level of Course Undergraduate
BA Course Duration 3 Years
BA Course Eligibility Criteria Class 12th pass with minimum 50 % marks
BA CourseAdmission Process Entrance based
BA Course Examination Types Semester wise

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Types of BA Courses

BA is a three-year Arts course which consists of around six semesters of six months duration. In the first and second semesters of the BA programme, candidates are taught Core Courses, General Elective Courses and Ability Enhancement Compulsory Courses. In the third and fourth semesters, Core Courses, General Electives and Skill Enhancement Courses are taught while in the fifth and sixth semesters, Core courses and Discipline Specific Elective Courses are taught. In this article, we will discuss in detail the BA subjects, syllabus, and specialisations in or to develop an understanding of BA courses. 

Popular BA Courses 

BA courses are taught in different modes. Some of the courses are full-time or regular courses, while some are taught in part-time mode. Some BA programmes are taught as degrees while many courses are taught as diploma or certificate courses. Here we will shed light on different types and modes of BA courses:  

BA Degree Courses 

BA is a full-time regular course of usually three years duration. The course is divided into six semesters. The courses and syllabus in all six semesters of BA comprises subjects of different courses like Core Courses, General Elective Courses, Ability Enhancement Compulsory Courses, Skill Enhancement Courses and Discipline Specific Elective Courses. There are more than 14000 BA Colleges in India.  

Distance BA Courses 

Distance Bachelor of Arts course is a three to six years duration degree course. The course aims to provide detailed knowledge about the subjects for students who are unable to study the regular degree course due to any reasons such as financial or time management issues. Some of the popular colleges for the Distance BA programme are IGNOU, Karnataka State Open University and many more. The syllabus of Distance BA is almost similar to the regular BA course. There are around 140 Distance BA colleges in India.

Part-Time BA Courses 

Part-time BA degree courses are also available. Candidates can also pursue part-time BA courses. There are many colleges and institutes which allow students to work and study at the same time. Part-time BA courses are best suited for such candidates. 

Online BA Courses 

There are a number of websites that offer online BA courses to candidates. These courses are flexible and can be pursued as per the time, need and availability of candidates. There is no age limit for the entrance exam of this course. These courses can be pursued from any distance and any part of the country.  

BA Subjects and Syllabus 

Courses in BA may vary in different colleges and universities but the basic subjects are similar. Here is a list of BA core and elective subjects that are part of the BA syllabus. 

BA Core Courses

The list of core courses in the Bachelor of Arts are listed below in the table: 

BA Syllabus: Core Subjects 

Agricultural Development in India 

Foundation Course in Hindi 

Government & Politics in India 

Religions of the World 

Economic Development 

Understanding Prose and Poetry 

Political Ideas and Ideologies 

Foundation Course in Humanities and Social Sciences 

Administrative Theory 

Indian Economic Development: Issues and Perspectives 

Foundation Course in English 

History of Urdu Literature and Language 

Social Problems in India 

Indian Philosophy 

BA Elective Courses 

The elective courses in the Bachelor of Arts degree programme are listed below: 

BA Syllabus: Core Subjects 

Ability Enhancement Course 

Ethics In Public Domain 

Philosophy of mind 

Urban Geography 

Global Politics 

Contemporary Literature 

Public Policy and Administration in India 

Public Policy and Administration in India 

Communication and Development 

Introductory Econometrics 

FAQs on BA Courses and Subjects

Q. How many BA courses are there in India?

A. There are more than 100 Bachelor of Arts courses in India that candidates can pursue after class 12th. 

Q. What are the subjects of BA?

A. The main subjects of BA or Bachelor of Arts are History, Geography, Philosophy, Literature, Anthropology, Political Science, Library Science, Sociology, Psychology, Archaeology, Economics, Education and many more.  

Q. What are the job options after BA?

A. After pursuing BA, candidates can go for higher studies, work as a manager, business analytics, opt for Law courses, data scientists and so on.

Q. Can I pursue BA in online mode?

A. Yes, online BA courses are also available in India. There are many wesites that provide online BA courses to students. 

Q. Can BA be pursued in distance mode?

A. Yes, BA courses can be pursued in distance mode. There are many colleges and institutes in India that provide BA in distance mode.

Q. Are BA part-time course available in India?

A. Yes, part-time BA courses are also available for students in India. Students can pursue this course as per their time. 

Q. What are the advantages of online BA courses?

A. Online BA courses are flexible and can be pursued by candidates as per their need, availibility. It provides flexibility to candidates.

Q. Which are the core subjects in BA? 

A. The core subjects in BA includes Government & Politics in India, Agricultural Development in India, Religions of the World, Foundation Course in Hindi, Understanding Prose and Poetry, Administrative Theory, Political Ideas and Ideologies etc.

Q. What are the elective subjects in BA? 

A. Elective subjects in BA includes Communication and Development, Ability Enhancement Course, Urban Geography, Ethics In Public Domain, Public Policy and Administration in India etc.

Q. What is the total duration of BA courses? 

A. Regular Bachelor of Arts courses are usually of three-year duration. 

Q. What is the duration of distance BA courses? 

A. The duration of distance BA courses is three to six years. 

Popular B.A (Bachelor of Arts) Specializations

Following are the most popular B.A (Bachelor of Arts) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Popular B.A (Bachelor of Arts) Colleges in India

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To get admission for BA at AKU, Indore, prospective candidates must have at least 45% to 55% aggregate in any discipline in Class 12 or its equivalent from any recognised board. Moreover, aspirants must also submit the necessary documents to prove their eligibility. For more details, students can r

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Students have a wide range of career options after completing a BA from AKU, Indore in numerous industries. Students can pursue their careers as Economist, Marketing Managers, HR Managers, etc. Tabulated below are some of the popular job profiles for BA students:

BA Top Job Profiles 

Average Salary (in INR)

Economist 

16.2 lakh 

Executive Assistant 

4.8 lakh 

Operations Manager 

10.8 lakh 

Marketing Manager

12.2 lakh 

Business Development Manager

7.3 lakh 

Communication Manager 

13.5 lakh 

Assistant Professor 

5.5 lakh 

HR Manager 

10.9 lakh 

Graphic Designer 

3.9 lakh 

Compliance Advisor 

7.4 lakh 

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Nidhi Madavi

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After pursuing a BA from APJ Abdul Kalam University (AKU), students have various career opportunities in the govt. sector. Additionally, students, have to qualify for the accepted exam to get a job in the govt. sector. Interested applicants may refer to some popular career opportunities after BA  in

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Nishtha Pruthi

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Yes, APJ Abdul Kalam University does offer scholarships to all students including BA students. However, the university provides scholarships as per the state government of M.P. for SC/ST/OBC students who have completed any course from AKU or affiliated colleges. The aim of this scholarship scheme is

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Nishtha Dhawan

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The selection of the candidates for the BA admission is merit-based at AKU, Indore. Those who are interested in pursuing a BA from AKU,  must ensure to fulfil all the qualification requirements. To apply for the preferred programme specialisation, students must complete the online application form.

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Jaya Madavi

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The application process for BA admission at APJ Abdul Kalam University is conducted online.  Candidates are required to submit the application form before the deadline. The steps included in the online application process are mentioned below:

Step 1: Visit the official admission portal.

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Nishtha Garg

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While applying for the BA admission at Dr APJ Abdul Kalam University, students are required to submit the applicable application fee. The application fee for all the AKU courses is INR 500. Students must submit the application fee via any online payment mode, such as Credit/Debit Card or net bankin

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Kanishk Katariya

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Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam University accepts online applications for its BA programmes. During the application process, students need to upload the required documents for the verification process. The required documents for admission are outlined below:

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Aashi Garg

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Currently, the APJ Abdul Kalam University has not specified any application deadline. However, according to the eligibility criteria, candidates must submit their application before the stipulated timeframe to avoid missing out on any deadlines. Hence, the university will finalise the admission and

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Shiksha Divya

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Admissions for the BA programme are expected to commence soon for the academic year 2025. Interested students can learn more about the academic dates by enquiring on the university's official website or visiting the campus in person. It is also recommended that they frequently visit the official web

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Anya Vimal

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No, there is no entrance exam required for admission to the BA programme at APJ Abdul Kalam University. However, the selection is merit-based. It is essential for aspirants to meet the requisite eligibility criteria, before applying for the said programme. Once, selected students can secure their se

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Nikita Pandey

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As per the available information on the AKU official website, the university does not offer direct admission for its BA programme. Students must meet all the qualification requirements, to be eligible. Moreover, the university will finalise the list of shortlisted aspirants based on their overall pe

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Bhumika Yadav

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Yes, Amrita University does offer a Bachelor of Arts (BA) at the undergraduate level. The selection is based on the candidates' academic performance. It is essential for candidates to fulfil all the eligibility criteria. Tabulated below are the key highlights of the BA programme:

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Duration

Three years

Total Semesters

Six semesters

Mode of Education

Full-time

Course level

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Nidhi Madavi

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To be eligible for the BA programme at AKU Indore, candidates must meet the specific eligibility criteria for the course. They must have completed their HSC (Class 12) or an equivalent qualification from any recognised board. The selection of candidates is based on the scores obtained in the most r

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Piyangshu Deka

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Jammu University offers a BA course in English. The course curriculum includes subjects in the field of English literature. Some of the subjects included in the curriculum are as follows:

  • English Literature 4 (i)

  • Twentieth Century Indian Writing (i)

  • Concurrent – Qualifying Language

  • English Literature 4

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Ranjeeta Rai

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Yes, BA course is available at School of Humanities and Social Sciences of Jain-deemed-to-be University. The university offers BA courses at the UG level. Candidate must meet the eligibility criteria to enroll for BA course admission set by the college. Aspirants must pass Class 12. School of Humani

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As per the CUET UG website, students seeking admission to BA at Jammu University must appear for and qualify CUET exam. However, since some universities are also considering other components while giving admission to CUET-UG based courses, it could be a possibility of getting into Jammu University w

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Parul Gulati

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Yes,   Jammu University does offer scholarships for the BA course. Candidates can secure the scholarships once they are officially admitted to the university. Renewal of CS scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), Kunwar Viyogi Merit Scholarship, Scholarship Scheme (Trust Fund), and OC

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Jammu University offers a total of 7,793 seats for the BA programme. The seats are the offered across the university's affiliated colleges and campuses. Further, the BA seats are allocated as per the new reservation policy of the Government and the latest Statutes of the University of Jammu. Candida

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Neha Chauhan

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To get admission to the BA course in Jammu University candidates must complete the step-wise admission process. The admisson process is as follows:

Step 1: Candidates must have a valid BBA qualification: Class 12 with 50% aggregate.

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University of Jammu BA course application process is conducted in an online mode. Candidates can follow the below steps to complete the application process:

Step 1: Visit the university's official website

Step 2: Register by entering a few basic details or with a valid email ID, phone number, etc.

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Jiya Khanna

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Jammu University hasn't released any official dates for 2025. The BA admission is usually conducted in March and April. Therefore, candidates are advised to keep visiting the official website of Jammu University for more updates on the admission dates. 

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Taru Taneja

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The BA fees in University of Jammu is around INR 25,400. Candidates must pay the university course fee upon seat allotment  and report to institutes to accept the admission offer. The BA course fees might include components other than the tuition. The fees might differ as per the scholarship criteri

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Yes, Jammu University does after BA or Bachelor's of Arts. The BA course is offered in a full-time mode lasting for three years.  The BA course is offered across multiple specialisations including English (Honours), Political Science, Sociology, Philosophy, Hindi, Economics, etc. Admission to the BA

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School of Media Studies, Presidency University, Bangalore BA fees is INR 3 lakh. The fee structure includes several components, such as tuition fees, library fees, etc.  Some of these are one-time payments that are charged by School of Media Studies, Presidency University, Bangalore at the time of a

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