Specialization: Sociology & Anthropology
Session Starts – August 2026
Duration – 4 Years
Residential Degree Program
Round Deadline - 20th April 2026
In this specialization, students will be able to comprehend the impact of social structures and culture on individual and group behaviour, critically evaluate their own set of ideas and those of others, value human diversity in all its representations, exhibit an ethic of service for the socially and culturally marginalised, and conduct a well-evaluated social research project.
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 |
| Being human and beyond: Theorizing Anthropology |
| Cultural Anthropology: The Diversity of Human Societies in Time and Space |
| Entering the World of Sociology: Society, Culture, and Social Institutions |
| Globalization, Sociology and World |
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 |
| Anthropology of Meaning: Myth, Ritual and Symbol |
| Past Human Societies, Cultures, and Material remains |
| Classical Theoretical Debate: Philosophy of Sociology and Science |
| Gender Identity and Society: Critical Feminist Theories |
Semester 3
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| Urban Systems Laboratory: Metropolitan Challenges |
| Responsible Leadership in an uncertain world |
| Advanced Communication Skills |
| Climate Change & Business Action |
| Human Evolution, Variation, and Adaption |
| Healing Cultures: Understanding Health and Illness |
| Modern Perspectives and Debate: Contemporary Sociological |
| Intersections of Religion, History and Politics in the Modern World |
| Digital Ethnography and Networked Communities |
Semester 4
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| Existential Dialogues |
| Social Innovation Practicum I: Community Systems Lab |
| Numerical Ability & Personality Refinement |
| Gender Power and International Development |
| South Asian Religion in Practice |
| Anthropological Research Methods: Ethnography and Fieldwork |
| Sociological Research Methods: Ethnography, Phenomenology and Grounded Theory |
| Migration and Diaspora: From Gender, Conflict and Climate Perspective |
Semester 5
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| Research Methodology for Social Sciences |
| Ethical AI & Technology Futures |
| Career Readiness for Modern Workspace |
| Business Ethics, Law & Governance |
| Medical Pluralism and Globalization: Diverse Health care Systems |
| Computational Social Science & Big Data Analysis |
| Forensic Anthropology: Assistance in Legal Investigations |
| Urban Systems Analysis & Smart City Critique |
| Rurality, Marginality and Social Mobility |
Semester 6
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| Human Rights & Humanitarian Law |
| Interdisciplinary Policy Innovation Studio |
| Rural Systems Field Lab & Cultural Observatory |
| Anthropology beyond academia |
| Linguistic Anthropology |
| Indian Anthropology |
| Sociological Perspectives of Work and Labour |
| Critical and Comparative Perspectives in the Sociology of Education |
Semester 7
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| Social Impact Oriented Dissertation-I |
| Anthropology of India Tribes |
| Business Anthropology: Understanding Organizations, and Consumer behaviours within a cultural context |
| Anthropology of popular culture |
| Algorithms and Society |
| Exploring the Identity and Inequality: Caste, Tribe, Race and Gender |
| Society, Knowledge, and Philosophical Inquiry |
Semester 8
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| Social Impact Oriented Dissertation-II |
| Eating Cultures: The Role of Foods in Society |
| The Cultural influence on reproductive practices and gender Roles |
| Youth in the Digital Age: Meaning, Identity, and Power: A Sociology of Youth in South Asia |
| Anthropology of complex Societies |
| Deviance, Crime, and Social Dynamics |
| Market, Consumption, and Society |
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.) Sociology & Anthropology 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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