PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (PO)
PO 1. Critical Thinking:
1.1. Acquire the ability to apply the basic tenets of logic and science to thoughts, actions
and interventions.
1.2. Develop the ability to chart out a progressive direction for actions and interventions
by learning to recognize the presence of hegemonic ideology within certain
dominant notions.
1.3 Develop self-critical abilities and also the ability to view positions, problems and
social issues from plural perspectives.
PO 2. Effective Citizenship:
2.1. Learn to participate in nation building by adhering to the principles of sovereignty of
the nation, socialism, secularism, democracy and the values that guide a republic.
2.2. Develop and practice gender sensitive attitudes, environmental awareness,
empathetic social awareness about various kinds of marginalisation and the ability to
understand and resist various kinds of discriminations.
2.3. Internalise certain highlights of the nation’s and region’s history. Especially of the
freedom movement, the renaissance within native societies and the project of
modernisation of the post-colonial society.
PO 3. Effective Communication:
3.1. Acquire the ability to speak, write, read and listen clearly in person and through
electronic media in both English and in one Modern Indian Language
3.2. Learn to articulate, analyse, synthesise, and evaluate ideas and situations in a well informed
manner.
3.3. Generate hypotheses and articulate assent or dissent by employing both reason and
creative thinking.
PO 4. Interdisciplinary:
4.1. Perceive knowledge as an organic, comprehensive, interrelated and integrated faculty
of the human mind.
4.2. Understand the issues of environmental contexts and sustainable development as a
basic interdisciplinary concern of all disciplines.
4.3. Develop aesthetic, social, humanistic and artistic sensibilities for problem solving
and evolving a comprehensive perspective.
BA HISTORY
PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSO)
With the successful completion of BA History Programme, the student should be able to:
PSO.1. Understand factual and conceptual aspects of historical changes in multiple areas
of the world
PSO.2. Think contextually and critically about the past to understand human experiences
PSO.3. Analyze why and how historical events take place based on the verification of
diverse evidences and arguments
PSO.4. Design and write research papers based on primary and secondary sources
PSO.5. Make logical oral presentation of factual and theoretical knowledge of historical
events and changes
PSO.6. Develop rational, humanitarian, democratic and secular outlook based on
historical knowledge and contemporary societal, economic and political issues.
SEMESTER - 1
HY1CRT01- Perspectives and Methodologies in Social Sciences – History
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Development of basic principles and concepts of Social Sciences
CO.2 Understand relevance of the Social Sciences to understanding and solving contemporary problems
CO.3 Understand epistemological relevance of History as a subject of study, its definitions
nature and scope
CO.4 Discuss the relevance of interdisciplinary research and objectivity in historical
Writings
SEMESTER 1
COMPLEMENTARY PAPER
HY1CMT02 - Social Formations in Pre- Modern India
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Identify and locate cultural centers of India
CO.2 Understand the evolution of social and political life in ancient India
CO.3 Analyze and explain historical background of social and cultural transitions
CO.4 Develop an attitude to appreciate and respect cultural heritage
SEMESTER 2
HY2CRT02- Understanding Early India: From Hunting Gatherers to Land Grants
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Locate prehistoric, Proto historic and early historic Cultures in India
CO.2 Trace the evolution of India Culture with special reference to the society and polity of
Ancient period
CO.3 Describe social, economic, political and cultural formations of ancient
times
CO.4 To familiarize the students with the heritage of India
SEMESTER 2
COMPLEMENTARY PAPER
HY2CMT03 - Transition to the Contemporary World
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Recognize transition that the world had experienced over the years
CO.2 Understand major political issues and events in the contemporary world
CO.3 Analyze and Interpret international problems in the context of diverse political interests
and ideological movements
CO.4 Develop anti-colonial and anti-racist attitude and universal citizen concept
SEMESTER 3
HY3CRT03- Polity, Society and Economy in Pre-Colonial India
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO. 1 Have a factual knowledge of Social Cultural and Administrative formations during the
Medieval Period
CO.2 Familiarize the processes that made the socio-cultural specificities possible
CO.3 Aware of the linkage effect of this period in subsequent centuries
CO.4 Analyze the intellectual and cultural legacy of Medieval India
SEMESTER 3
HY3CRT04- Cultural Trends in Pre-Colonial Kerala
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO. 1 Identify sources for the study of ancient and medieval Kerala history
CO.2 Locate prehistoric and early historic settlements, ports, towns and political
boundaries in Kerala
CO.3 Describe social, economic, political and cultural formations of Kerala in ancient
and medieval times
CO.4 Produce well researched written work on any aspects of Kerala history using
primary and secondary sources
SEMESTER 4
HY4CRT05 Making of Modern Kerala
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Understand factual knowledge of modern Kerala history
CO.2 Explain political, social, cultural, religious and intellectual factors that led to the
formation of modern Kerala
CO.3 Analyze and discern the influence of caste and communal organizations in Kerala
society and politics
CO.4 Understand the significance of secular and egalitarian values and forces in the
making of the cultural identity of Kerala
SEMESTER 4
HY4CRT06 – Researching the Past
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Aware on the basic terms, concepts and categories of history
CO.2 Acquire the scientific understanding of the discipline and different approaches of history
CO.3 Understand methodology of historical writing with techniques and technicalities.
CO.4 Create reasonable arguments and interpretations with the support of documentary
evidences
CO.5 Write well researched article and project on history
SEMESTER 5
HY5CRT07- Inheritance and Departures in Historiography
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Understand historiographical trends from the traditional phase to the contemporary scene.
CO.2 Identify new trends with a view to improving their understanding of historical writings and
perspectives
CO.3 Get inspiration in taking up higher courses in History.
CO.4 Analyse, research, investigate into how and why things happen.
SEMESTER 5
HY5CRT08- India: Nation in the Making
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Understand political, social and economic background of freedom struggle
CO.2 Specify major stages of freedom struggle and their ideological distinctions
CO.3 Analyze the role of nationalist movement in the making of modern India
CO.4 Develop an attitude of nationalism cutting across limited boundaries of religion and caste in order to resist communal forces.
SEMESTER 5
HY5CRT 09 –State and Society in Ancient and Medieval World
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Identify geographical features and early settlements
CO.2 Inculcate an awareness among the students about the cultural heritage of mankind.
CO.3 Have a sound knowledge about changes that took place among the major cultures of
world civilizations.
CO.4 Analyze and explain historical background of social and cultural transitions
SEMESTER 5
HY5CRT 10 - Environmental Studies and Human Rights in Historical Outline
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Develop the sense of awareness among the students about the environment and its
various problems
CO.2 Make their own decisions about complex environmental issues by developing and
enhancing critical and creative thinking skills.
CO.3 Help the students in acquiring the basic knowledge Human Rights and various Human
Right violations
CO.4 Builds knowledge regarding international Human Right Treaties and necessary skills to
address complex Human Right issues,
CO.5 Do research, investigate how and why things happen.
SEMESTER 5
OPEN COURSE
HY5OCT01 – Introducing Environmental History
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Learn the dynamic field of environmental history.
CO.2 Acquire essential concepts, concerns and methodology in the context of global / Indian
environmental history.
CO.3 Assess genesis and consequences of local and global environmental problems
CO.4 Understand the necessity for their abatement and control, for the survival of the
present and future generation and to live with limited natural resources so as to avoid future
disaster
SEMESTER 6
HY6CRT11- Making of Contemporary India
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO:1 Understand political, economic and cultural changes after independence
CO:2 Assess the role of India at global level as an active member in international
organisations
CO: 3 Critically examine and explain India’s economic development through centralized
planning
CO: 4 Analyse and discuss the place of India in the new era of Globalization
SEMESTER 6
HY6CRT 12- Understanding Modern World
Course Outcomes: students should be able to
CO.1 Understand major events and issues in twentieth century world
CO.2 Analyze and explain how ideological and political differences divided the world
CO.3 Relate present day political problems to pertinent historical context
CO.4 Develop an analytical construct to discuss global political issues
SEMESTER 6
HY6CRT13- Capitalism and Colonialism
Course Outcomes: students should be able to
CO.1 Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of colonialism and related economic changes
that took place around the world
CO.2 Critically examine developments that involved in the establishment and making of
colonies, scramble for colonies and imperialist domination around the world
CO.3 Analyse the processes and debates involved in the transition from feudalism to capitalism,
the related expansion of capitalism as a world system in the light of the industrial revolution, and the growing urge for a new wave of imperialist domination in the 19th and 20th Centuries.
CO.4 Develop a critical approach to discuss the exploitative nature of colonial and capitalist
economic policies
SEMESTER 6
HY6CRT14- GENDER IN INDIAN PERSPECTIVES
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Understand the socio-historical constructions of sexual differences in Indian society
CO.2 Explain central theoretical studies in gender studies
CO.3 Assess and interpret why gender discrimination and oppression take place in
India
CO.4 Develop an attitude and awareness to treat woman as equal human being and
respect her rights
SEMESTER 6
Choice Based Core
HY6CBT01 - Archaeology in India
Course Outcomes: students should be able to:
CO.1 Provide an insight into the discipline of archaeology and its evolution as a subject.
CO.2 Give an introduction s on various periods & concepts in archaeology.
CO.3 Develop an attitude and understanding about archaeological methods.
CO.4 Get inspiration and awareness in taking up higher courses in Archaeology.
PROJECT
Course Outcomes: students should be able to
CO.1 Learn how to select a research topic and prepare research plan/proposal
CO.2 Understand processes of data collection and research methods
CO.3 Undertake critical analysis of data and make interpretations
CO.4 Prepare a well written and authentic research work with proper references and
select bibliography