BML Munjal University Launches School of Liberal Studies

The School of Liberal Studies (SoLS) at BMU offers a four-year B.A. (Hons) degree with a third-year exit option

BML Munjal University (BMU) has launched the School of Liberal Studies (SoLS) with an aim to equip students with multi-disciplinary training. This programme has an interdisciplinary foundation that spans natural sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities.

The four-year undergraduate programme is designed to train students to think critically, creatively, and compassionately.

In a statement, Prof. Arindam Banerjee, Professor and Vice Dean, SoLS said, “Apart from imparting critical knowledge and skills, the School of Liberal Studies aims to transform students into lifelong learners so that they wholesomely comprehend complex challenges in the contemporary world and can build just and empathetic solutions for the society.”

He further added, “Moreover, the programme is designed to address multifaceted challenges such as climate change, artificial intelligence, social inequality, and more, through an innovative and integrated curriculum.”

SoLS offers a four-year B.A. (Hons) degree with an optional exit point in the third year. Students are empowered to shape their academic journey, guided by faculty mentors and career counsellors. Students can choose from six majors, selecting their major in the second year. Initial semesters involve foundational courses (FCs) and electives, followed by focused major and minor coursework in the second and third year. The final year emphasizes individual research, internships, and vocational training. Elective options are open across BMU's other four schools.

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