History

Given below are some skills that one can develop while pursuing a History course:

• Critical Thinking: Through the examination and interpretation of historical texts and events, critical thinking abilities are developed.
• Understanding Society: By shedding light on society processes, institutions, and values, history helps students make sense of the world in which they live.
• Cultural Awareness: By examining other societies, customs, and viewpoints, history studies promote cultural awareness and appreciation.
• Contextualising Current Events: By giving historical background and demonstrating how past events have influenced the present, it aids students in understanding current events.
• Gaining perspective: As students examine many points of view and experiences, learning about historical personalities and events fosters empathy and perspective-taking.

Here are a few reasons why studying History can prove beneficial:

• History provides insightful knowledge about historical occurrences, societies, and cultures.
• We can learn from the failures and achievements of our ancestors by studying history.
• Critical thinking and analytical abilities are developed through historical event analysis.
• Making sense of the past enables us to interpret the present and its patterns.
• An appreciation of many cultures and viewpoints is fostered by history.
• Decision-makers frequently use historical perspectives to guide their choices.
• For the benefit of future generations, historical documentation protects memory and legacy.
• Inspirational historical tales highlight the tenacity and accomplishment of people.
• In the end, learning about the past is crucial to comprehending both the past and the present.

Students who are interested in pursuing a course in any programme in History, need to meet the eligibility criteria set by universities. The common eligibility criteria are as follows:

• BA History: Students need to have done their Class 12 from a recognised board and should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate. Students from a Humanities background are generally given more preference. However, some universities allow students from any stream to apply for admission.
• MA History: The candidate should have done their graduation from a recognised university and should have secured a minimum of 55% aggregate. The student should have done their BA (Hons), BA Programme with History as a major/minor, or any similar related subject.
• MPhil: Students who want to pursue their MPhil in History, should hold a master's degree in History. The candidate should have also secured a minimum of 55% aggregate in their Master’s from a recognised college.
• PhD: If a student wants to pursue a doctoral degree in History, the candidate should hold a master’s degree from a recognised university and should clear UGC-NET.