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M.A. in Sociology 

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  • Estd. 1962

M.A. in Sociology
 at 
Rabindra Bharati University 
Overview

Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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Seat breakup

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M.A. in Sociology
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Curriculum

Latest curriculum for M.A. in Sociology at Rabindra Bharati University can be downloaded from the below link. The curriculum PDF has semester wise course structure, electives and detailed course content. You can also check course curriculum of other specializations offered in M.A. at Rabindra Bharati University

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Who is eligible for RBU distance MA?

A: 

Candidates need to pass a minimum of bachelor's degree to apply for any of the MA specialisations. Check below RBU Bangalore MA distance education eligibility:

MA SpecialisationsEligibility
Bengali, Sanskrit, English,  History, Political ScienceHonours/ Major/ General/ Pass in Class 12 plus three-year Diploma in the subject concernedhaving the relevant Subject of minimum 300 full marks at graduate level fromany UGC recognised institutions in India or abroad
Environmental Studies, Rabindra Sangeet, Vocal MusicHonours / Major / General / Pass / Equivalent Graduate (minimum Class 12 plus three-year diploma)/ Post Graduate in General or Professional Course from any UGC recognised institutions in India or abroad.
MA EducationB.Ed. or B.Ed. (special education) from any UGC recognised
institutions in India along with Honours/ Major/ General/ Pass
(minimum Class 12 plus 3 year diploma) from any UGC recognised institutions in India or abroad
MA GeographyHonours / Major in Geography at Graduate level (minimum Class 12 plus three-year diploma) from any UGC recognised institutions in India or abroad
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Q:   Which are the MA specialisations offered at Rabindra Bharati University?

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Rabindra Bharati University offers two-year MA course spread across four semesters. The university offers MA Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts and Faculty of Visual Arts in 23 specialisations at the PG level. Find below some of the specialisations:

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Q:   What percentage is required to take admission for MA in Sanskrit in Rabindra Bharati University?

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Rabindra Bharati University has not specified the minimum percentage for MA Sanskrit. However, candidates must meet the qualifying requirement. Candidates need to pass BA (Hons) in Sanskrit from any UGC recognised University to apply for MA. Besides, aspirants need Honours/ Major/ General/ Pass in Class 12 plus three-year Diploma in the subject concernedhaving the relevant Subject of minimum 300 full marks at graduate level fromany UGC recognised institutions in India or abroad to apply for MA Sanskrit in distance education mode.

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Q:   Is Rabindra Bharati University better than Visva Bharati University for MA?

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Both RBU Kolkata and Visva Bharati University offer two-year MA course. Below is the comparison between the two based on intake parameter:

MA UniversityIntake*
Rabindra Bharati University1,286
Visva Bharati University1,182

*This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

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Q:   Is MA available at Rabindra Bharati University?

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Yes, Rabindra Bharati University offers two-year MA course spread across four semesters. The university offers MA Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts and Faculty of Visual Arts in 23 specialisations at the PG level. Besides, RBU Kolkata also offers MA in distance education mode through Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE). MA is available in nine specialisations in distance education mode.

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Students also asked

Q:   What is the admission marks for Rabindra Bharati?

A: 

Candidates who wish to take admission in Rabindra Bharati University are required to fulfil the admission criteria which includes qualification and minimum marks requirement. Below is RBU Kolkata eligibility criteria for top courses:

Course NameCommon Eligibility
BAClass 12 or equivalent examination in relevant subject
B.EdGraduation or Hons. graduation or postgraduation from any UGC recognised university with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST) either at UG or PG level
MABA (Hons) in relevant discipline
BFAClass 12 or equivalent examination
MFABFA/ MVA in relevant discipline
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Q:   How can I get admission in Rabindra Bharati University?

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Getting admission to Rabindra Bharati University requries candidates to follow some steps. Beginning with registration, candidates are required to apply for the course of their choice. Follow the below steps to get admission to RBU Kolkata:

STEP 1: Candidates can apply online for the course of their choice. Aspirants meeting the eligibility criteria are required to create an account to login the student's portal for registration.

STEP 2: Admission to RBU Kolkata is based on the performance in the qualifying exam. The university considers the merit in the last qualifying exam for admission to most of the courses. An admission test is conducted for MA Human Rights and Human Development and Mass Communication & Videography as per an unofficial source.

STEP 3: After completion of the selection rounds, selected aspirants need to come for document verification. They need to report at the university with all the specified documents. Once the verification is done, aspirants are required to pay the course fee to confirm their seat in the university.

Q:   Are admissions in Rabindra Bharati University open?

A: 

Yes, Rabindra Bharati University admissions are currently open. However, there is no deadline specified by the university yet. Candidates fulfiling the eligibility requirements can apply for the preferred course online. Admission to most of the RBU Kolkata courses is based on merit in the last qualifying exam. The university conducts a written test for some of the courses and specialisations. 

Q:   What is the selection criteria for admission to Rabindra Bharati University?

A: 

The final selection of some of the courses is based on practical and/ or theoretical tests conducted by the university and the merit obtained in the qualifying examination. The university also conducts online interviews for the final selection of some of the courses. Rabindra Bharati University (RBU) has three faculties, namely Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts, and Faculty of Visual Arts, that offer UG, PG, and doctoral programmes.

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Q:   How to apply for admission at Rabindra Bharati University?

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Candidates meeting the eligibility requirement can apply for Rabindra Bharati University admissions by following the below steps:

Step 1: Visit the official website of RBU Kolkata.

Step 2: Click on 'Student's Portal' on the Home page and click on 'Student Login for Admission'.

Step 3: Click on 'Create New Account' and enter the details to generate login credentials.

Step 4: Login to fill out the application form and upload documents.

Step 5: Pay the application fee and submit the form.

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M.A. in Sociology
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Answered 3 weeks ago

The admission requirement for Rabindra Bharati University, M.A. in Sociology is rather standard and normally require the students who want to be admitted for the program to score a minimum of 50% in Undergraduate degree in Sociology or any other related field. SC/ST/OBC category students need least

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Kunal Lalwani

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 6 months ago

Tuition Fee: 12000 per year.

Others Fee approximately 3000 per year.

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Biswajit Mandal

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 5 years ago

Hi, For Prospectus: click here. http://www.rbu.ac.in/upload/2124663259590050a863287.pdf Total Seat Intake for MA Sociology: not disclosed by the university. It is normally - they give admissions to all the students who qualify the eligibility & entrance.

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Sutapa Moitra

Guide-Level 14

Answered 5 years ago

Hi Monika, Candidate must be a graduate from a B.A. in Political Science/ Sociology from a recognized college/ University to get eligible for the above course. https://www.shiksha.com/humanities-social-sciences/sociology/course/m-a-in-sociology-rabindra-bharati-university-b-t-road-kolkata-269567

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Sushant Sharma

Scholar-Level 16

M.A. in Sociology
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Contact Information

Address

Rabindra Bharati University
Emerald Bower Campus, 56 A, B.T. Road

Kolkata ( West Bengal)

Phone
9477084548

(For general query)

8584884352

(For admission query)

Email
vc@rbu.ac.in

(For general query)

registrar@rbu.ac.in

(For admission query)

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