Graduate Program

Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)

Department of Sociology

The Department of Sociology at Venerable Uktara Bethany (VU Bethany) College was established in 2014 in Manmow, Namsai District, Arunachal Pradesh. The department is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University and functions in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Its primary aim is to provide students with a deep and critical understanding of society, culture, and various social processes.

The department’s mission is to foster analytical thinking, social sensitivity, and research-oriented learning among students, enabling them to understand and address emerging social issues.

Majors

Sociology

Studying Sociology at VUBC Namsai helps students develop a critical understanding of society, culture, and social issues.

Emphasis is placed on understanding social structures, inequalities, cultural dynamics, and emerging social issues at local, national, and global levels. The Department of Sociology prepares students to critically engage with societal challenges and equips them with the knowledge and skills required for higher studies, research, social services, policy-related work, and other professional pathways.

Key Areas of Focus
Academic Programmes
Core Course Components
Program Highlights

Key Areas of Focus?

  1. Social Institutions and Social Change
  2. Gender and Society
  3. Sociology of Northeast India
  4. Rural and Urban Studies
  5. Social Problems and Development Studies
  6. Tribes of India
  7. Social Pathology

Our vision is to nurture socially responsible individuals who can contribute to community development, social welfare, and academic research.

Academic Programmes

  1. Duration:4 years (8 semesters)
  2. Eligibility:10+2 from a recognized board

Core Course Components

  1. Introduction to Sociology
  2. Social Research Methods
  3. Indian Society
  4. Sociology of Gender
  5. Social Stratification
  6. Social Psychology
  7. Sociology of Northeast India
  8. Development Studies

Program Highlights

  1. Fieldwork-based learning
  2. Community visits
  3. Research-based assignments
  4. Skill enhancement papers

Why Study Here?

Studying Sociology at VUBC Namsai helps students develop a critical understanding of society, culture, and social issues. The programme builds analytical thinking, social awareness, and research skills, enabling students to understand and respond to contemporary social challenges. It prepares students for higher studies and careers in research, social services, civil services, and related fields.

The curriculum emphasizes sociological theory, social research methods, and critical analysis of contemporary social issues, enabling students to develop strong analytical and research-oriented skills.

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