Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Bachelor of Arts or BA is one of the most popular undergraduate programmes that students pursue right after passing class 12th in India. Usually, a three-year course Arts programme is offered by colleges under various streams such as Design, Mass Communication, Hospitality, and Humanities.
BA Quick Facts:
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- Candidates can pursue BA (Hons) or BA Programme course in a full-time, part-time, correspondence or distance education mode
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- It is mandatory to study five subjects along with few elective subjects. The subjects will vary depending on the selected subject
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- BA is most popular among Humanities students
BA Career and Jobs
A candidate can pursue a career in different fields after obtaining a BA degree. One can study further i.e., can pursue an MA course in the same discipline in their they pursued their graduation. MA or Master of Arts refers to a postgraduate degree, wherein a student can join to pursue higher studies in their interested area.
Subjects Offered at Vyara College
Following Subjects are offered at our Vyara college:
Specialization:
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- English
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- Gujarati
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- Sociology
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- Economics
BA Job Sectors and Profiles:
Given below are few sectors and the profiles a BA graduate can go for:
Journalism and Mass Communication: The study of disseminating information to a large audience via multiple modes of communication is known as mass communication. Whereas, Journalism is the practice of reporting on current events for newspapers, periodicals, and other publications. Job Profiles: Content Writer, Journalist, Reporter, Editor, Public Relations Associate and more.
Social Work: It is the field wherein an individual is taught how to help uplift and solve the problems happening with a person, society and more. It is a profession devoted to helping people function the best they can in their environment. Job Profiles: Child & Family Social Worker, School Social worker, Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Social worker and more.
Foreign Language Experts: Having a BA in Foreign language, one can become a teacher (B.Ed. degree is a must), Interpreter, Translator, Book writer, and more.
Other sectors a BA graduate can apply for are Religious Studies, Civil Services, Public Administration, Event Planning, BPOs, International Relations, any Government sector and more.
BA Related FAQs
Q. What is the difference between a B.Sc. and BA degree?
A. The Bachelor of Science or B.Sc. largely focuses on the research and mathematical skills of a candidate. Whereas, the BA programme degree develops a student’s abilities to communicate clearly and critically analyze theories, ideas and concepts. Students learn how to reach their own conclusions and express them logically.
Q. How is BA (Hons) better than BA?
A. On doing a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) course, you can specialize in a particular subject which is offered. In a normal BA course, there is no specialization. For example, you can have BA (Hons) in History and can take a specialization in Psychology or Sociology.
Q. Do I need to have learnt Sociology in Class 12 to pursue BA in Sociology?
A. It is advisable to have learnt Sociology in Class 12 in order to pursue a course in Sociology. If not, apply for admission to universities that offer admission on the basis of entrance exams.
Q. What can I do after BA?
A. You can pursue your further studies or pursue a job if you want to. However, it is advisable to continue with your further studies as you can specialize in subjects and narrow down on what you want to do in your career.
Q. Can I do MBA after BA?
A. Yes, you can. However, it depends also on the course which you opted for in your graduation and how it will benefit you while doing your MBA.
Q. What is the duration of a BA course?
A. The general duration of a Bachelor of Arts (BA) course is three years. Some universities offer a diploma on completing your BA, which makes it four years.
Q. Are Liberal Arts courses offered through BA?
A. Yes. There are various universities and colleges which offer BA Liberal Arts courses. The duration of BA Liberal Arts is four years.
Q. What is the eligibility criteria for BA in Psychology?
A. The candidate should have done their Class 12 from a recognized board in either Humanities or Science stream and should have secured a minimum of 55% aggregate.
Q. How do I get admission to BA courses at Delhi University?
A. The renowned varsity releases a cut-off list and students who meet the cut-off set according to the college, can apply for admission to the course interested in.
Q. Can I do BA in Political Science through a distance course?
A. Yes. Now there are various universities/colleges/institutes which offer admission to BA Political Science. However, the degree is only valid unless the university is recognized by UGC.
Q. Can I take up another subject after doing BA in Philosophy?
A. Yes. Students can take up a Master of Arts (MA) in any other subject as Philosophy can be related to any Humanities and Social Science subject.
Q. What are the subjects of Bachelor of Arts?
A. Well, the list is quite long. However, some of the major subjects that are taught in BA are – English, History, Psychology, Philosophy, Social work, Economics, Sociology and more.
Q. Is BA a good degree in India?
A. A Bachelor of Arts degree includes various major and minor subjects and their theoretical knowledge. If you are clear about the career you want to pursue, choosing the right major subject can open many opportunities for you. Also, you get to join professional courses such as MBA even if you go for the BA programme.
Q. Is BA good for IAS?
A. Yes, if you are planning to make a career in the field of IAS, you can pursue BA to have a graduate degree. Later on, you will be eligible to attempt entrance exams for IAS.
Q. Can I do PhD after BA?
A. After completing BA, you need to complete post-graduation in your preferred subject. Thereafter, you can enroll yourself in a PhD course. However, make sure to check if PhD in your preferred field is available in India or not.