Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Honours)
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Honours) programme at Ramakrishna Mission Vidyamandira offers a comprehensive education in the humanities and social sciences, fostering critical thinking, communication skills, ethical values, and intellectual growth.
The programme encourages students to explore literature, history, philosophy, politics and culture while developing analytical abilities, research aptitude and leadership qualities required for higher education, competitive examinations and professional careers.
Programme Outcomes
Develop analytical and critical thinking skills for higher studies and problem-solving.
Strengthen communication skills in both written and verbal forms.
Develop the ability to critically evaluate academic discussions and scholarly works.
Relate classroom learning to contemporary social and national issues.
Promote self-learning through project work and field studies.
Prepare students for employment and professional careers.
Develop research aptitude for advanced academic pursuits.
Inculcate ethical values, social responsibility and leadership qualities.
Programme Specific Outcomes
B.A. Bengali Honours
Develop proficiency in Bengali language and communication.
Understand the historical development of Bengali literature and culture.
Appreciate literature as a reflection of human society and culture.
Gain practical exposure to local cultural traditions and practices.
Develop literary appreciation and analytical abilities.
Strengthen critical thinking through literary studies.
B.A. English Honours
Study the history and evolution of English literature.
Analyze literary texts within their social, political and cultural contexts.
Develop critical interpretation and creative writing skills.
Learn editing, proofreading and media writing.
Acquire research methodology and presentation skills.
Understand translation, publishing and multimedia communication.
Develop organizational skills through seminars and workshops.
Explore literary adaptations and the impact of emerging technologies.
B.A. Sanskrit Honours
Develop proficiency in Sanskrit language and literature.
Understand the evolution of Sanskrit literary and cultural traditions.
Appreciate Indian heritage preserved through Sanskrit texts.
Develop literary appreciation and analytical thinking.
Strengthen communication skills in Sanskrit.
B.A. Political Science Honours
Develop responsible citizenship and leadership qualities.
Understand Indian political institutions and democratic processes.
Prepare for UPSC, WBPSC, SSC, NET, SET and related examinations.
Develop policy analysis and governance skills.
Study comparative political systems across the world.
B.A. History Honours
Study history from prehistoric to contemporary periods.
Understand historiography and historical debates.
Prepare for NET, SET, TET, SSC and Civil Services examinations.
Develop research skills through project work.
Contribute to departmental research publications.
Build communication and soft skills for higher education.
B.A. Philosophy Honours
Develop knowledge of major philosophical traditions.
Strengthen logical reasoning and analytical thinking.
Improve written and verbal communication skills.
Develop creativity and independent thought.
Understand ethics, politics, logic, metaphysics and social philosophy.