Specialization: History
Session Starts – August 2026
Duration – 4 Years
Residential Degree Program
Round Deadline - 20th April 2026
B.A(Hons.) in History specialization shall help students acquire knowledge of prominent historical contexts, analyse historical sources, comprehend historians' way of interpreting the past, develop historian skills through reading, writing, speaking, and critical inquiry, and be able to create and execute independent projects.
Semester 1
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| The Art of Inquiry: Critical Reasoning & Analysis |
| Language as Cultural Prism: Spanish |
| Ideas of Emerging New India |
| Environmental Education & UN SDGs |
| Computational Methods for Humanistic Inquiry: Digital Future Lab |
| Forgetting Cities of South and Southeast Asia I |
| Public History & Collective Memory |
| Timeless Trends: The Evolution of Fashion and Culture |
| Cultural and Social Crossroads through Human Civilizations |
| Understanding India’s Past through Visual Sources |
| Ancient Civilizations in a Global Perspective |
Semester 2
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| Language as Cultural Prism II: Spanish |
| Mindfulness and Art of Self-Reflection |
| Planetary Systems & Environmental Thought |
| Foundations of Identity and Communication |
| Cultural Heritage Preservation in Digital Age |
| History of Colonialism and the Rise of Nationalism in India |
| History of Innovation & Architecture |
| Caste and Social Exclusion in South Asia |
| Evolution of Entrepreneurship: From Merchants to Instagrammers |
| State and Societies in Medieval India |
Semester 3
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| Urban Systems Laboratory: Metropolitan Challenges |
| Responsible Leadership in an uncertain world |
| Advanced Communication Skills |
| Climate Change & Business Action |
| Queer Histories |
| History of Religion and Politics |
| Digital Archives & Computational Historical Methods |
| The Middle East: From Antiquity to Modern Conflicts |
| History of Criminology |
| Modern Europe: Society, State and Culture |
| Europe in the Middle Ages: Structure and Changes |
Semester 4
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| Existential Dialogues |
| Social Innovation Practicum I: Community Systems Lab |
| Numerical Ability & Personality Refinement |
| Global History of Trade and Commerce |
| Investigating Urbanism in History |
| History of Migration, displacement, and Refugees |
| Cultures of Intimacy in India: Negotiating Love, Desire, and Social Norms |
| Advanced Historical Data Science |
| Modern Europe: Society, State and Culture |
Semester 5
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| Research Methodology for Social Sciences |
| Ethical AI & Technology Futures |
| Career Readiness for Modern Workspace |
| Business Ethics, Law & Governance |
| History of War, Business and Terrorism |
| History of Science, Medicine and Technology |
| Partitions, Holocaust, and Trauma |
| Africa and the World: Trade, Slavery, and Resistance |
| Material Culture Analysis & Archaeology |
| American in Times: Society, State and Change |
Semester 6
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| Human Rights & Humanitarian Law |
| Interdisciplinary Policy Innovation Studio |
| Rural Systems Field Lab & Cultural Observatory |
| The Global Evolution of Popular Culture |
| Ideas and Emotions in Ancient Indian Traditions |
| Historiography and Research Methods in History |
| History of Political Thought |
| Politics of Language and Identity |
| From Empire to Nation: The Chinese Historical Experience |
Semester 7
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| Social Impact Oriented Dissertation-I |
| Environmental History & Anthropocene Studies |
| Land and People: Constructing Cultural and Regional Identities |
| Schools and Scholars: A History of Education |
| History of Film, Television, and Media |
| The Past, Present, and Future of AI |
| Korea, Japan and the East Asian World |
| History of Art: Schools, Movements, and Critical Traditions |
Semester 8
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| Social Impact Oriented Dissertation-II |
| History of Consumer Culture |
| Power, perception, and History |
| Beyond Elite Histories: The Subaltern and Social Change |
| Death and Dying in History: Rituals, Death and Dying in History: Rituals |
| Global History of Technological Transformations. |
| East Asia: Modern Transformation |
| Algorithmic Pasts: AI, Memes and Memory |
Understand and develop the ability to discern the evolution of civilizations and cultures over the years and develop a sociological sensibility to critically understand social phenomenon
Develop critical thinking skills about contemporary issues and demonstrate appreciation for the value of diverse cultural, ethnic, and linguistic perspectives
Develop historical, social, political, economic, and literary consciousness, as well as an appreciation for various civilizations and cultures
Learn about human values and to appreciate the literary and cultural diversity in the world
Learn, recognize, and evaluate human values and social, moral, and ethical values in the historical and current contexts
Graduates of the BA (Hons.) History program can look forward to diverse roles in:
What are the specializations under BA (Hons.)?
+At Woxsen University, you can tailor your BA (Hons.) Degree by specializing in your top three interests from the list of specializations below:
What does Woxsen's applied/practical learning cover?
+Woxsen's pedagogy believes in 40% of practical learning through Competitions, Guest Sessions conducted by Industry Experts, Conferences, Case-Studies, and Internships.
What is the admission process for BA (Hons.) Program?
+Woxsen's Admissions Process for BA (Hons.) is quite structured and comprehensive, as each student is evaluated based on their Composite Score.
1. Appear for WAT (Woxsen Aptitude Test) or Submit CUET score
2. Schedule and Complete the Psychometric Test
3. Personal Interview Round
Does Woxsen provide internship/placement assistance?
+Woxsen's dedicated placement cell not only provides assistance for internship & final placement but also prepares students with Interview Skills, Resume Writing, Communication Skills & more. With 100% placement track-record, Woxsen is a name to reckon with amongst recruiters representing leading corporates.
Does Woxsen provide scholarship?
+Woxsen encourages meritorious students and awards scholarship of up to 50% for UG students. To calculate your scholarship, click here
What's the fees structure for BA (Hons.) Program?
+The BA (Hons.) Program offered at Woxsen University is a Residential Program. Therefore, the fee structure includes Academic Fees + Accommodation & Food Charges. Download the BA (Hons.) Fee Structure click here
How is the campus life at Woxsen?
+Woxsen University offers a vibrant campus life focused on holistic development, with an active student community engaged in clubs, events, and competitions.
The campus features world-class sports infrastructure across The League, SportX (indoor sports & fitness hub), and RACE. Students have access to a wide range of facilities, including courts, fields, and an athletics track, as well as a fully equipped gym offering guided training sessions, Zumba, yoga, and fitness programs.
Complementing this are cafés and social spaces that make campus life dynamic and well-rounded.
Here’s a sneak peek of what is to be at Woxsen, click here
What are the Accepted Entrance Tests for BA (Hons.) at Woxsen?
+To apply for BA (Hons.) Program, one must appear for Woxsen Aptitude Test (WAT) or submit CUET score followed by Psychometric Test and Personal Interview. The WAT is an online 2 hours test of 200 marks covering Quantitative Aptitude, English, Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and General Knowledge. In WAT, no negative marking is incorporated.
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*25% seats for admissions are reserved for the students of the State of Telangana under the domicile-based reservation clause mentioned in The Telangana State Private Universities (Establishment and Regulation) Act, 2018.
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