Master of Arts (M.A.)
The Master of Arts (M.A.) programme at Ramakrishna Mission Vidyamandira provides advanced education in the humanities with emphasis on critical thinking, academic excellence, research orientation and holistic personality development.
The programme enables students to deepen their knowledge, strengthen analytical and communication skills, appreciate diverse cultures and philosophies, and prepare themselves for higher studies, research, teaching and various professional careers.
Programme Outcomes
Develop the ability to critically analyze and systematically study advanced concepts in the humanities.
Enhance communication, presentation, and interactive skills for independent expression of ideas.
Cultivate the ability to critically evaluate academic arguments and scholarly works.
Encourage active participation in socio-economic, cultural, and community-based activities.
Promote self-learning through project work and field studies.
Prepare students for diverse career opportunities and professional employment.
Inspire research aptitude and systematic exploration of new areas of knowledge.
Inculcate ethical values, social responsibility, and leadership qualities.
Programme Specific Outcomes
M.A. Bengali
Develop advanced knowledge of Bengali Language and Literature.
Study literature through comparative approaches for broader literary understanding.
Acquire the ability to read and interpret old Bengali manuscripts.
Explore folk traditions and tribal cultures of Bengal.
Understand the relationship between Bengali and other Indian literatures.
M.A. Sanskrit
Develop advanced knowledge of Sanskrit Language and Literature.
Study comparative literary traditions for broader perspectives.
Acquire the ability to read and interpret ancient Sanskrit manuscripts.
Understand Indian philosophical traditions and diverse cultural heritage through Sanskrit.
Explore the relationship between Sanskrit and other Indian literary traditions.
M.A. Philosophy
Develop logical reasoning and critical thinking through philosophical inquiry.
Communicate philosophical arguments effectively in both speech and writing.
Cultivate creativity, independent thinking, and analytical reasoning.
Undertake scholarly philosophical research and academic writing.
Present research confidently through seminars, conferences and academic discussions.
M.A. History
Study an updated curriculum aligned with NET, SET, WBCS, UPSC and other competitive examinations.
Undertake a compulsory research project using primary and secondary historical sources.
Develop public speaking, academic presentation and research skills.
Gain practical exposure through museum visits, archaeological field trips and heritage studies.
Interact with renowned academicians through lectures, seminars, workshops and extension programmes.