BA Women's Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies

BA Women’s Studies or Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Studies is a three-year Under-Graduate program. Women's Studies investigates current and historical issues affecting women's lives from an economic, political, social, and cultural standpoint, with a focus on how race, ethnicity, class, and sexual orientation have shaped their experiences. Every year, a basic course in Women's Studies is offered, along with a wide choice of Women's Studies designated, disciplinary-located electives. This provides students with a foundational understanding of the topics, concepts, and theories of Women's Studies while also allowing them to participate in disciplinary work in the humanities and social sciences influenced by Women's Studies concerns.

BA Women’s Studies Eligibility

• Aspiring students should have passed their 10+2 examination or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized Board.
• The candidates should have secured a minimum of 60% aggregate marks at their Intermediate level.
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.

BA Women’s Studies Syllabus

Syllabus of the Women's Studies course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

BA Women’s Studies Colleges

• Mangalore University, Mangalore
• Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Chandigarh

BA Women’s Studies Course Suitability

• The Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies programme is designed to build the intellectual, organisational, communicative, and social skills required for academic work in women's studies in a way that makes them transferrable and applicable in various settings (including employment).

How is the BA Women’s Studies Course Beneficial?

• The Bachelor of Arts programme in Women's Studies is excellent for students who wish to pursue teaching careers at higher degree levels, such as college and university levels in both private and public institutions.
• This Women's Studies degree programme prepares students for women's studies programmes at the state and national levels, as well as teaching employment.

BA Women’s Studies Employment Areas

• Anganwadi
• Colleges and Universities
• Community Health Centres
• Human Right Commissions
• Women Self-help Group

BA Women’s Studies Job Types

• Artist or Musician & Archivist
• Battered Women's Centre Director
• College Professor
• Clinical Social Worker
• Human Rights Advocate
• Health Clinic Coordinator
• Public Relations Manager & Town Manager
• Union Organizer

Advanced Courses in BA Women’s Studies

• Post Graduate Diploma in Women's Studies
• MA Women's Studies)
• PhD (Women's Studies)