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25. BAFSO – Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
BAFSO – Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
Programme Overview
Particulars | Details |
Programme Name | BAFSO – Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) |
Programme Type | Degree Programme |
Mode of Learning | Open Distance Learning (ODL) |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | Minimum Duration: 36 Months |
Medium of Instruction | English & Hindi |
Specialization | Sociology |
Eligibility Criteria | 10+2 or equivalent qualification |
Programme Fee | Rs. 5,300/- per year + Registration Fee & Development Fee as applicable |
Programme Coordinator | Information not specified |
About the Programme
The Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) – BAFSO programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of society, social institutions, culture, human behaviour, and social change. The programme introduces learners to key sociological concepts, theories, research methods, and contemporary social issues.
The course focuses on Indian society, sociological thinkers, religion, economy, culture, social structure, and social relationships. It also helps students develop analytical, observational, and research skills through the study of social processes and institutions.
The programme combines sociology with interdisciplinary subjects such as psychology, statistics, social sciences, and value education to provide a broader understanding of society and human behaviour.
This programme is suitable for students interested in careers in social work, civil services, research, journalism, NGOs, teaching, public policy, counseling, and community development.
Course Structure
Year 1
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BSOC-101 | Introduction to Sociology – I | 6 Credits |
BSOS-184 | Techniques of Ethnographic Film Making | As prescribed by the university |
BSOC-104 | Sociology of India – II | 6 Credits |
BSOM-161 | Introduction to Sociology | As prescribed by the university |
BSOC-111 | Sociological Thinkers – I | 6 Credits |
BSOC-113 | Sociological Thinkers – II | 6 Credits |
BSOM-162 | Understanding Indian Society | As prescribed by the university |
BSOS-185 | Society Through the Visual | As prescribed by the university |
Year 2
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BABG-171 | Understanding B.R. Ambedkar | 4 Credits |
BSOC-102 | Sociology of India – I | 6 Credits |
BSOM-163 | Religion and Society | As prescribed by the university |
Year 3
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BSOG-171 | Indian Society: Myths and Realities | 4 Credits |
BSOC-103 | Introduction to Sociology – II | 6 Credits |
Semester-Based and Additional Courses
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BSOG-176 | Economy and Society | As prescribed by the university |
BSOE-145 | धर्म और समाज | As prescribed by the university |
BSOC-114 | Sociological Research Methods II | 6 Credits |
Interdisciplinary and Skill-Based Courses
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BMDG-171 | Disability, Society and Culture | As prescribed by the university |
BPCM-161 | Foundations of Psychology | 4 Credits |
BPCC-108 | Statistical Methods for Psychological Research-II | As prescribed by the university |
BPCC-109 | Developmental Psychology | As prescribed by the university |
BPCC-110 | Applied Social Psychology | As prescribed by the university |
BEDSV-101 | Value Education | As prescribed by the university |
BSTM-161 | Basic Statistical Methods | As prescribed by the university |
BSTM-162 | Elementary Probability and Probability Distributions | As prescribed by the university |
BPCM-163 | Understanding Psychological Disorders | As prescribed by the university |