About the Department of Education

The Department of Education runs Undergraduate Honours and General Courses under the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS) introduced from 2018-19 session. Learning outcomes include expertise in sociological, philosophical, psychological foundations of education, understanding of educational organization, management and planning, proficiency in guidance and counselling, learning about the use of technology in education and knowledge of inclusive education. They also become familiar with concepts of human rights education, peace and value education. There is also a special stress on women education and empowerment.

There is vast scope for students of this discipline, but it needs hard work and patience. Students can appear for UPSC civil services, other competitive exams, can look for job opportunities in law, IT, banking sectors or opt for further higher education and research, engage in teaching, or join NGOs. They may also seek jobs in career guidance, education psychology, market and policy research, publishing houses, media, etc. Some of the subject specific job positions are---- community education officer, education administrator, therapists, school teachers, teaching assistants, museum education officer, career advisors, public relation journalists, etc. Average annual salary expected at starting is between 4 to 5 lakh rupees. The students can have a profound effect on community and society as they are specially trained in life skills.