Humanities & Social Sciences

Shaheed Bhagat Singh College offers B.A. programs which are of the highest standards because of the comprehensive curriculum, very experienced faculty members, and excellent placement records. Founded in 1967, it has so far graduated more than 11,000 B.A. students, and the popularity and effectiveness in arts education make it an example. The programme is well-structured under the CBCS and has flexibility in choosing courses. Besides this, SBSC is accredited with an 'A' grade by NAAC, which reflects the quality education commitment of the college. The college's stress on holistic development further makes the B.A. courses more appealing to students.

The PhD tuition at the University of Helsinki is free for all students, including Indian students, because the university does not charge tuition fees for doctoral programs. Moreover, the university provides funding opportunities and stipends from research grants, doctoral schools, and specific project funding.
Salaried research positions are also offered during the doctoral programs; those usually come with a stipend for living. The possibility of external scholarships includes, for example, EDUFI Fellowships or other funding options from international funding agencies; it is best to have a look at the department's website or programme homepages for the available funding during the program.

To the Economics BA program at Jadavpur University, a candidate needs to sit a written test about his/her knowledge of Economics, Mathematics, and English. The eligibility criteria include: 10+2 with an aggregate of not less than 75% and 75% in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics for the general category. Admission is determined on the basis of 10+2/H.S./Equivalent Examination marks as well as that of the written test. Apply via online application with a nominal fee. Jadavpur University has an admission policy based on merit, ensuring that deserving students find their seats in this coveted BA Economics program. Result is usually published in the official website of the university.

Follow these steps to apply for a Ph.D. programme at IGNOU for the academic year 2024-2025 :-

1. Continuous eligibility :- You require a Master's degree or an equivalent to be able to apply and must possess at least 55% marks (relaxed for SC/ST/OBC) in awarding degrees to be eligible. Some programs may require NET/JRF qualification.

2. Application Procedure :-

Go through the Ph.D. admission notification in the official IGNOU website.

Complete the onliner application form available in its portal.

Upload documents such as educational certificates and research proposal.

3. Entrance Test: The Entrance Tests conducted in 2014, January or February, to assess a candidate for his/her admission to the course of Ph.D. programme in the subject of this study.

4. Interview/Presentation :- Candidates who are shortlisted after appearing in the entrance test will then be invited for a personal interview, wherein they would also present their proposals.

5. Final Selection :- Admission based on the entrance test and personal interview.

To know in depth, please visit the official IGNOU Ph.D. admission website.

To seek a doctoral degree in education, there are subsequent steps: 

Eligibility: A minimum of a Master's in Education (M.Ed.) or corresponding fields is required. Moreover, certain universities accept other Master's graduates. Minimum marks: 55% (relaxed for SC/ ST).

Entrance exam: Clear the NET/JRF or university exams for admission. Some universities are also likely to conduct their own entrance tests.

Research Proposal :- Develop a research proposal related to education (for example, Curriculum, Educational Psychology).

Universities: Some universities that Ph.D. in Education are:

BHU, JMI, IGNOU, TISS, DU, AMU.

Application: Apply through the university portal, along with the prescribed documents, such as Masters certificate, research proposal, and NET score.

Duration Ph.D.: It lasts nearly three to six years.

Scholarships: UGC-NET JRF can be applied to receive financial assistance.

Thesis: Conduct full research and submit the thesis after passing examinations and interviews.

To become a Political Science teacher in India, one typically follows the steps given below :-

1. A Bachelor's Degree, such as a B.A., in Political Science :-

Duration: 3 years

This is the basic degree from which one starts to build a career in Political Science.

2. A Master's Degree, such as M.A. in Political Science :-

Duration: 2 years

To teach at the college level, a Master's degree is compulsory.

3. Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) :-

Duration: 2 years

A B.Ed. is mandatory for teaching in schools. This is not mandatory if one wants to teach in a college or a university but holds others strong for that teaching experience.

4. Dr in Political Science (optional, but required for university teaching) :-

Duration: 3-5 years

For university or college faculty and higher positions in academia, a Ph.D. is encouraged.

Total Duration:

Around 5-7 years prepare a student for school teaching (B.A. + B.Ed.).

College/university teaching will take roughly 5-7 years (B.A. + M.A.) or 8-12 years to include a Ph.D. program. 

Additionally, exam clearance such as NET for the acquaintance Faculties/University is paramount.