BA (History, Economics, Politics)
A multidisciplinary study of the social, political, and economic forces that shape our world.
About the Program
The course BA (History, Economics, Politics) is an undergraduate academic program that offers a comprehensive and multidisciplinary study of three crucial disciplines. This course aims to provide students with a well-rounded understanding of the social, political, and economic forces that have shaped and continue to shape societies and nations. Andhra University has combined these three disciplines online where students are encouraged to develop a holistic perspective on societal development, political decision-making, and economic policies. They learn to analyze issues from different angles, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Key Information
Program Objectives
To develop a comprehensive understanding of historical events, economic theories, and political principles.
To foster critical thinking skills and analytical abilities to analyze complex socio-economic and political issues.
To explore the interconnectedness between history, economics, and politics to gain a holistic perspective on global affairs.
To prepare students for careers in academia, public policy, research, and related fields.
To enhance communication and research skills through writing papers and presenting findings.
Career Prospects
Historian
Economist
Policy Analyst
Civil Servant
Journalist
Political Consultant
Program Structure
Semester I
General English – 1
Credits: 6
Code: 101
Telugu-1/Hindi-1/Sanskrit-1/Communicative English
Credits: 6
Code: 102
F C- 1 : Contemporary India
Credits: 4
Code: 103
Introduction to Computers
Credits: 4
Code: 104
Semester II
History & Culture of India up to 1526 AD
Credits: 6
Code: 201
History & Culture of India (1526 to 1950)
Credits: 6
Code: 202
Introduction to Political science
Credits: 4
Code: 203
Micro Economics
Credits: 6
Code: 204
Semester III
General English – 2
Credits: 6
Code: 301
Telugu-2/Hindi-2/Sanskrit-2/-Business Communication
Credits: 6
Code: 302
FC-2: Science and Technology & Development
Credits: 6
Code: 303
FC-3 : Environmental Studies
Credits: 6
Code: 304
Semester IV
Macroeconomic analysis
Credits: 6
Code: 401
Basic Organs of the Government
Credits: 4
Code: 402
Political Thought
Credits: 6
Code: 403
Indian Economy
Credits: 6
Code: 404
Semester V
History & culture of Andhra (from 1512 to 1956 AD) - 1
Credits: 4
Code: 501
Public Finance and International Economics-1
Credits: 4
Code: 502
Indian Government and Politics
Credits: 6
Code: 503
History of Modern World (from 1453 AD to 1945 AD) - 1
Credits: 4
Code: 504
Semester VI
History & culture of Andhra (from 1512 to 1956 AD) - 2
Credits: 4
Code: 601
Public Finance and International Economics- 2
Credits: 4
Code: 602
Government and Politics of Andhra Pradesh
Credits: 6
Code: 603
History of Modern World (from 1453 AD to 1945 AD) - 2
Credits: 4
Code: 604