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32. BAHIH – Bachelor of Arts Honours History
- BAHIH – Bachelor of Arts (Honours) History
Programme Overview
Particulars | Details |
Programme Name | Bachelor of Arts (Honours) History |
Programme Code | BAHIH |
Programme Type | Degree |
Mode of Learning | Open Distance Learning (ODL) |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | Minimum Duration: 3 Years (36 Months) |
Medium of Instruction | English & Hindi |
Specialization | History |
Eligibility Criteria | 10+2 or its equivalent |
Fee Structure | ₹5,300/- per year + Registration Fee & Development Fee as applicable |
Programme Coordinator | Sri. Ajay Mahurkar |
Contact Number | 011-29572726 |
Email ID | ajaymahurkar@ignou.ac.in |
About the Programme
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) History programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Indian and World History from ancient to modern times. The programme covers political, social, cultural, economic, and intellectual developments across different historical periods.
Students gain knowledge about:
- Ancient Indian History
- Medieval Indian History
- Modern Indian History
- European History
- History of China and Japan
- Environmental History
- History Writing Traditions
- Social and Cultural Transformations
The programme helps students develop analytical thinking, research ability, critical understanding, and historical interpretation skills.
It is highly beneficial for students preparing for:
- UPSC & State PCS Examinations
- UGC NET/JRF
- Teaching Careers
- Research & Higher Education
- Archaeology & Heritage Studies
- Journalism & Civil Services
Course Structure
Semester 1
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BHIC-101 | History of India – I | 6 |
BHIC-102 | Social Formations and Cultural Patterns of the Ancient World | 6 |
BHIE-143 | History of Environment | 6 |
BHIE-142 | History of Modern East Asia: Japan (1868–1945) | 6 |
BHIE-141 | History of China: c. 1840–1978 | 6 |
Semester 2
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BHIC-103 | History of India – II | 6 |
BHIC-104 | Social Formations and Cultural Patterns of the Medieval World | 6 |
Semester 3
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BHIC-105 | History of India – III (c. 750 – 1206) | 6 |
BHIC-106 | Rise of the Modern West – I | 6 |
BHIC-107 | History of India – IV (c. 1206 – 1550) | 6 |
Semester 4
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BHIC-108 | Rise of the Modern West – II | 6 |
BHIC-109 | History of India – V (c. 1550 – 1605) | 6 |
BHIC-110 | History of India – VI (c. 1750 – 1857) | 6 |
Semester 5
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BHIC-111 | History of Modern Europe – I (c. 1780 – 1939) | 6 |
BHIC-112 | History of India – VII (c. 1605 – 1750) | 6 |
Semester 6
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
BHIC-113 | History of India – VIII (c. 1857 – 1950) | 6 |
BHIC-114 | History of Modern Europe – II (c. 1780 – 1939) | 6 |
BHIE-144 | Traditions of History Writing in India | 6 |