Department of History
History helps us understand how communities, institutions, ideas, and events have shaped the world we live in.
BA History Honours
The Department of History at ETCES College for Advanced Studies encourages students to explore the past, understand social change, and develop critical thinking through the study of societies and cultures.
Understanding the Past
History helps us understand how communities, institutions, ideas, and events have shaped the world we live in. Studying the past encourages us to question assumptions, examine evidence, and recognise different perspectives.
The BA History Honours programme introduces students to historical enquiry and interpretation. It provides a foundation for understanding society while developing skills in reading, analysis, research, and written communication.
About the Department
The Department of History encourages an informed and questioning approach to the past. Its academic areas include Ancient Indian History, Kerala History, and Historiography—the study of how history is researched and written.
Students are encouraged to consider the context of historical events, assess sources, and distinguish evidence from interpretation. This approach connects historical knowledge with a broader understanding of contemporary society.
Academic Focus
Ancient Indian History
Explore the societies, cultures, and developments that shaped the Indian subcontinent in ancient times.
Kerala History
Understand Kerala’s past through its social, cultural, political, and economic developments.
Historiography
Examine how historians use sources, construct arguments, and interpret the past through different perspectives.
Skills Students Develop
- Critical reading and interpretation
- Evaluation of historical sources and evidence
- Understanding of chronology and historical context
- Research and information organisation
- Clear academic writing and communication
- Awareness of different social and cultural perspectives
Understanding the Past
History helps us understand how communities, institutions, ideas, and events have shaped the world we live in. Studying the past encourages us to question assumptions, examine evidence, and recognise different perspectives.
The BA History Honours programme introduces students to historical enquiry and interpretation. It provides a foundation for understanding society while developing skills in reading, analysis, research, and written communication.
About the Department
The Department of History encourages an informed and questioning approach to the past. Its academic areas include Ancient Indian History, Kerala History, and Historiography—the study of how history is researched and written.
Students are encouraged to consider the context of historical events, assess sources, and distinguish evidence from interpretation. This approach connects historical knowledge with a broader understanding of contemporary society.
Kanchana V
Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of History
Qualifications: BA History, MA History, NET
Subjects Handled:
- Ancient Indian History
- Kerala History
- Historiography
Additional Responsibilities:
- First-Year Class Tutor
- PTA Staff Secretary
- Nature Club involvement
Further Study and Career Pathways
History graduates may pursue postgraduate study in history and related disciplines. Depending on further qualifications and recruitment requirements, they can explore opportunities in education, research, archives, museums, heritage organisations, publishing, and public administration.
The programme also develops reading, analytical, and writing skills relevant to competitive examinations and a range of professional settings.
Begin Your Study of History
Explore the programme and contact the college for current eligibility requirements, admission procedures, and application details.
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