The Department of Social Sciences of Mata Gujri College was established in the academic year 2020-21. Bachelor in Social Sciences (Honors) students are prepared with requisite knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of the new order. The department caters to the needs of students to achieve goals of higher education and keep them well-informed of the latest developments in their specific subjects. Our emphasis is to develop top administrators for the government and private sectors. The department has also built up an adequate infrastructure and resources to support the students in their pursuit of excellence. The students have been activated to get a feel of teamwork in administration. The academic and other activities are being held regularly to enrich them with the needed skills.

Special lectures by eminent scholars are envisioned as a part of the programme and would expose students to some of the best minds in the field. This experiential learning would add to their understanding of the social sciences. The programme envisages a focus on logical reasoning, use of classical texts and development of writing skills to analyse and present evidence, through tutorials and a mentor system. This three year honours programme in social sciences intends to train students to become reflective and critical thinkers, independent learners and specially equipped in interdisciplinary skills for social analysis and research. The programme offers anin-depth study in each discipline. It will prepare them with a strong foundation for teaching and research opportunities, competitive examinations and employment in civil society, government and the corporate sector. The programme intends to provide additional perspectives to comprehend the significant issues of the region, nation and the world today. The endeavour is to mould the students who come to us into remarkable young men and women who are leaders in the field they may choose to go into, and who will usher in change for a new, progressive tomorrow.

Career Options

• To cater to the needs of outstanding students who after 10+2 plan to excel in Social Sciences to prepare them for competitive, Civil Services and other examinations conducted by Union Public Services Commission, State Public Service Commissions, etc.

• To provide better opportunities for Teaching and Research in Social Sciences.