The admission for the BA-Social Science program at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) includes filling out an online form and clearing the BHU UET entrance exam. Applicants need a minimum of 50% in their 10+2 exams. Successful candidates proceed to counseling, submit necessary documents, and can upgrade seats based on availability. The program features about 100 experienced faculty, with a strong Sociology department, though some classes are led by research scholars.
Facilities include libraries, WiFi, and sports grounds. The curriculum is relevant, with exams varying in difficulty. Fees for the program are affordable, around INR 8,960 in total or INR 3,420 annually, with additional costs for books and stationery. Scholarships are available for economically disadvantaged or physically challenged students. While the university offers robust placements in select courses, the BA program lacks campus placements. Average placement packages for undergraduates are INR 3-5 lakhs per annum, with top recruiters like Amazon and TCS.
Postgraduate placements in Statistics and Economics range from INR 8-15 lakhs. Although internships are less common for undergraduate arts and social sciences students, paid opportunities exist with stipends up to INR 10,000. BHU facilitates government scholarships and offers financial aid programs like 'Earn While Learn.' Despite fee hikes, costs remain accessible, with various scholarships for students from weaker economic backgrounds. ST/SC students are exempt from fees, though campus placements are not available for social science students, focusing financial aid through government initiatives.
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