Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy With Specialisation in Sreenarayanaguru Studies

  • ID: BPH2021
  • 6 Semesters (3 yrs)
  • Min Qualification : +2 or equivalent
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The programme BA Philosophy with specialization in Sreenarayanaguru Studies consists of an introduction to western and Indian philosophy as well as the contemporary debates in philosophy. The program focuses on providing a substantial philosophical foundation as well as its applicable sense, specifically drawing inspiration from the works of the social reformer and philosopher Sreenarayanaguru in philosophy, ethics, poetry and spirituality. The various courses in this program are designed with an intention of cultivating in learners a philosophical outlook and critical approach to social issues along with the academic skill to appreciate the poetic and spiritual texts of Sreenarayanaguru. By successful completion of the course, the learners will be able to approach philosophy as an academic discipline in the specific socio-cultural and political contexts of India.

B.A Philosophy with Specialization in Sreenaryanaguru Studies is a 3-year degree course in the stream of Humanities and Social Sciences. Some of the prominent attributes are listed below:

  1. A Rich Introduction to Western and Indian philosophy: The learner will get exposure to different branches of philosophy, such as epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, social and political philosophy and a chance to approach philosophy through both western and Indian lenses. The course will also cultivate in the learners a philosophical rigour in their approach to contemporary debates in social, cultural and political spheres.
  2. Appreciation of Sreenarayanaguru’s Philosophy: The learner will have an awareness and appreciation of Sreenarayanaguru’s social and spiritual philosophy and that his immense contribution to the social and spiritual reformation of the Indian population. The course will also give access to Sreenarayanaguru’s vast literature in philosophy, ethics, poetry and spirituality with enriched textual interpretation by various scholars allowing the learners to understand his literary contribution to the world.
  3. Enhanced Theoretical and Practical Skills: The learner would be imbibed with applied philosophy skills and a theoretical outlook. They will be able to deal with areas such as applied ethics and social and political philosophy in general and specifically in the Indian context.
  4. Critical and Open Outlook: The learner would be able to approach the world with a critical and open mind enabling them to contribute to the multicultural richness in societies such as India.
  5. Aptitude for Research: The learner would be imparted with an aptitude and taste for higher education and research in disciplinary and inter-disciplinary areas and fields.
  6. Employability: The learner would be equipped with academic excellence and teaching skills required for employment in philosophy and interdisciplinary subjects.
Be equipped for global career opportunities.

Semester

Course type

Name of the course

Credit

S1

Discipline Core

Introduction to Western Philosophy

6

Language Core Course

Reading and Writing English

6

Ancillary Course

संस्कृतभाषापरिचयः (Samskruthabhashaparichaya)

6

Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course

Environmental Studies

4

S2

Discipline Core

Introduction to Indian Philosopohy

6

Ancillary Course

History of Indian National Movement 1

6

Modern Indian Languages
(Students can choose any one)

മലയാള സാഹിത്യം : കവിത -കഥ - ഉപന്യാസം - നോവൽ

6

हिंदी गद्य साहित्य और संरचना (Hindi Gadya Sahitya Aur Samrachana)

गद्यं नाटकं च (Gadhya Natakam cha)

Functional Arabic

Ability Enhancement
Compulsory Course
(Students can choose any one)

English for Communication

4

പ്രയോഗിക മലയാളം

रोज़मर्रा हिंदी (Rozmara Hindi)

व्यावहारिकसंस्कृतम् (Vyavaharika Samskrutham)

Communication in Arabic

S3

Discipline Core

Biography of Sreenarayanaguru

6

Ancillary Course

गद्यं नाटकं व्याकरणं च (Gadyam Natakam Vyakaranam cha)

6

Language Core Course

Literature and the Contemporary World

6

Skill Enhancement
Compulsory Course

Humanism and Logic

2

Skill Enhancement
Course

Moral Dilemmas and Ethical Decision Making

2

S4

Discipline Core

Contemporary Debates in Philosophy

6

Discipline Specific Elective
(Students can choose any one)

Language and Literature of Sreenarayanaguru

6

Sreenarayanguru's Philosophy Applied in the Field of Sustainable Development

Ancillary Course

History of Indian National Movement 2

6

Modern Indian Languages
(Students can choose any one)

മലയാള സാഹിത്യ മാതൃകകൾ : ആത്മകഥ, ജീവചരിത്രം, യാത്രാവിവരണം, അനുഭവ സാഹിത്യം

6

हिंदी पद्य साहित्य और अनुवाद

महाकाव्यं गद्यकाव्यं च (Mahakavyam Gadyakavyam Cha)

Literature in Arabic

S5

Discipline Core

Introduction to Philosophy of Sreenarayanaguru

6

Discipline Specific Elective
(Students can choose any one)

Philosophical Aspects in Daivadasakam

6

Isavasya Upanishad and Guru Darsana

Discipline Specific Elective
(Students can choose any one

Sreenarayanaguru Darsana Simplified for Youth

6

Sreenarayanaguru's Poetry in the Light of Indian Poetics

Generic Elective
(Students can choose any one)

ആധുനികമലയാളസാഹിത്യചരിത്രം

2

Appreciating Literature

व्यावहारिक हिंदी (Vyavaharik Hindi)

Modern Standard Arabic

संस्कृतसोपानम् (Samskruthasopanam)

Skill Enhancement
Course

Psychology and Counselling Tools in Guru's Philosophy

2

S6

Discipline Core

Sreenarayanaguru's Philosophy Applied in Education, Religion, Ethics and Social Matters

6

Discipline Core

Atmopadesa Satakam: An Introduction

6

Generic Elective
(Students can choose any one)

Modernization of Kerala

2

Computer systems and Internet Technologies

Introduction to Sociology

Economics for Everyday Life

Banking

Entrepreneurship and Startups

Project/Dissertation

Dissertation / Project

6

Fee Componets

Fee Amount

Fees for first semester (S1)

Admission fee

350

Affiliation fee

350

Matriculation fee

120

Eligibility fee

250

Tuition fee

 
  1. Self Learning Material & Virtual Learning Facility Fee

1800
  1. Assignment fee

160
  1. Counselling Fee

800

TOTAL

3,830

Fees for subsequent semesters (S2 to S6)

Tuition fee

 

Self Learning Material & Virtual Learning Facility Fee

1800

b) Assignment fee

160

c) Counselling Fee

800

TOTAL

2,760