Bachelor of Arts (Geography)
S.Y. Admission starting from 15th May.
Number of Seats
40
Duration of Program
3 Years, 6 Semester (Degree)
4 Years, 8 Semester (Hons.)
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply : As per University Schedule
ABOUT PROGRAMME
Explore the physical and human dimensions of the world through the Geography specialization in the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Humanities and Social Sciences at KES’ Shroff College of Arts and Commerce. This course integrates scientific inquiry with spatial analysis to address pressing environmental and societal challenges.
Why Choose KES Shroff College for B.A.?
- Student-Centric Approach: Focus on developing students’ full potential through engaging and practical learning experiences.
- Holistic Growth: Opportunities for personal growth and building responsible citizenship.
- Postgraduate Preparation: Strong foundation for further academic pursuits.
Choose the B.A. program at KES Shroff College to embark on a rewarding educational journey that prepares you for a successful career and responsible societal contributions.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
Explore the physical and human dimensions of the world through the Geography specialization in the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Humanities and Social Sciences at KES’ Shroff College of Arts and Commerce. This course integrates scientific inquiry with spatial analysis to address pressing environmental and societal challenges. The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills such as GIS, cartography, field surveys, and spatial data analysis. The course also opens diverse career opportunities in research, environmental planning, geospatial technology, government services, and academia.
- Wide Subject Range: Students have the flexibility to select from a broad spectrum of subjects, enabling them to tailor their education to their individual interests and career goals.
- Unique Majors: We are one of the few colleges in Mumbai offering full majors in Geography and Psychology, providing students with specialized knowledge in these fields.
- Certificate Courses: Complementary certificate courses are available, adding value and variety to the academic experience and enhancing students’ skill sets.
- Holistic Development: Regularly planned activities encourage critical thinking and innovative problem-solving, helping students develop beyond traditional textbook learning.
- Career Readiness: Our program equips students with essential skills such as critical thinking and effective communication, along with a strong multidisciplinary academic foundation. This prepares them for advanced studies and diverse career opportunities in the Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.
PEO1: To have a strong multidisciplinary academic foundation of various social, economic, political, environmental, and psychological issues.
PEO2: To integrate theory and research through deliberations on practical applications of concepts.
PEO3: To have a sharpened ability to converse critically and innovatively about real life issues.
PEO4: To be able to demonstrate skill sets as per industry requirements in respective fields.
PEO5: To be able to engage in discussion and reflect human values.
PEO6: To be able to synthesize aesthetic, social and cultural domains of knowledge.
After completing the programme, students will be able to:
PO1: Disciplinary knowledge- Demonstrate multi-disciplinary knowledge and understanding of various socio, economic, political, psychological, linguistic and environmental disciplines.
PO2: Communication Skills – Demonstrate the ability to listen carefully and express themselves confidently in a clear and concise manner, thereby leading to meaningful exchange of thoughts/ ideas with various sections of the society.
PO3: Critical thinking & Reflective Thinking – Critically evaluate and reflect upon practices, policies and theories and formulate coherent thoughts for real-world application.
PO4: Problem solving, Scientific and Analytical reasoning- Analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions from qualitative/ quantitative data and Apply the concepts / learning in socio, economic, political, psychological, linguistic, and environmental disciplines to analyse and address real life problems situations as open minded and rational citizens.
PO5: Research-related skills and Lifelong learning- Develop the skills of observing, inquiry, questioning, problematizing, synthesizing, articulating, and establishing cause and effect in one or more humanities discipline and real-life situations which are necessary for learning throughout life.
PO6: Cooperation/Teamwork & Leadership readiness/qualities –Develop the values of cooperation, coordination, teamwork, respect, understanding and
tolerance across different and globally diverse groups and aspire for an inclusive society for the betterment of all by challenging the challenges.
PO7: Information/digital literacy – Access and use Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in various learning experience; use appropriate digital mediums/software for gathering, storing, and disseminating information in a simplified way.
PO8: Self-directed learning – Set simple, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timebound goals for one-self and work in that direction to achieve them.
PO9: Multicultural competence- Appreciate diversity of language, norms, values, and beliefs of multiple cultures at regional, local, national and global levels making them capable to integrate and engage in a multiculturally diverse society.
PO10 Moral and ethical awareness/reasoning – Embrace moral and ethical values in conducting one’s life, formulate a position/argument about an ethical issue from multiple perspectives, use ethical practices in all work and research avoiding fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism.
A Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from KES Shroff College opens up a wide array of career opportunities across various sectors. The comprehensive education and skill development provided by our program prepare graduates for diverse professional paths, including:
- Urban and Regional Planner.
- GIS Analyst and Geospatial Technician.
- Remote Sensing Specialist.
- Environmental Consultant.
- Disaster Management Professional.
- Climate Change Analyst.
- Cartographer and Map Designer.
- Surveyor and Geomatics Professional.
- Tourism and Travel Planner.
- Resource and Land Use Planner.
- Agriculture and Rural Development Officer.
- Transport and Logistics Planner.
- Research Assistant in Geographical Studies.
- Teacher or Lecturer in Geography.
- Opportunities in Government Services, NGOs, and International Organizations.
COURSE CURRICULUM
SEMESTER 1
Major
- Foundations of Human Geography
- Geography of India
Minor
- ……
Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)
- Information Technology Applications
- Reasoning Ability
- Mutual Fund Management
Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses
- Cartographic Techniques and Map Skills
- Measurement and Survey of Pollution (Air and Noise)
Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)
- Professional Communication
Value Education Courses
- Environmental Management and Sustainable Development- I
Indian Knowledge System
- Indian Knowledge System
Co-Curricular (Any One)
- NSS: Foundation of Community Services
- NCC Studies I: Foundations of Discipline and National Service
- DLLE Life-Long Learning and Extension-I (Social & Cultural Activities)
- Introduction to Indian Performing Arts – I
- Yoga Education: Principles of Yoga
- Sports Studies: Basic Concept of Physical Education
- Green Credit: Green Practices
SEMESTER 2
Major
- Fundamentals of Physical Geography
- Geography of Maharashtra
Minor(Any One)
- Introduction to Political Science
- Introduction to Sociology
Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any two)
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Business Law
- Podcasting and Webcasting
Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses
- GPS Survey and Mapping
- Thematic Mapping and Topographical Map Reading
Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)
- Thinking Skills through Writing
Value Education Courses
- Environmental Management and Sustainable Development-II
Co-Curricular (Any One)
- NSS: Applied Community Services
- NCC Studies II: Community Engagement and Basic Military Skills
- DLLE Life-Long Learning and Extension-II (Social & Cultural Activities)
- Introduction to Indian Performing Arts – II
- Yoga Education: Applied Yoga
- Sports Studies: Health & Fitness
- Green Credit: Green Skills
Exit option: Award of UG Certificate in Major with 40-44 credits and an additional 4 credits core NSQF course/ Internship OR Continue with Major and Minor
SEMESTER 3
Major
- Climatology
- Geography of Tourism
Minor
- Indian Political System
- Media, Culture and Society
Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)
- Introduction to Finance
- IPR and Cyber Law
Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses
- Tools and Techniques of Weather Data Analysis
Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)
- Madhyakalin Evam Adhunik Hindi
- Marathi bhasa Kausalya ani vyakaran
- Bhasa Kausalaya ane vyavaharika bhasa
Field Projects
- Field Project
Co-Curricular (Any One)
- NSS: Community Engagement and Empowerment
- NCC Studies III: Leadership and Tactical Development
- DLLE: Life-Long Learning and Extension-III (Community Intellectual Intervention)
- Introduction to Modern Performing Arts-I
- Yoga Education: Spiritual and Scientific Personality
- Sports Studies: Health & Nutrition
- Green Credit: Green Community Practices
SEMESTER 4
Major
- Oceanography
- Agricultural Geography
Minor
- Public Administration
- Environmental Sociology
Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)
- Introduction to Insurance
- Digital Marketing
Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses
- Survey of Soil and Water Quality
Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)
- Vyavharik Hindi
- Bhasha Kaushalya ani Sarjanashil Abhivyakti
- Apanum gujarat ane gujarati sahitya
Community Engagement and Service
- Community Engagement
Co-Curricular (Any One)
- NSS: Community Resilience and Sustainability
- NCC Studies IV: Advanced Training, Employability and Entrepreneurship
- DLLE: Life-Long Learning and Extension-IV (Community Intellectual Intervention)
- Introduction to Modern Performing Arts-II
- Yoga Education: Science of Living and Health
- Sports Studies: Career in Sports
- Green Credit: Green Entrepreneurship
Exit option: Award of UG Certificate in Major with 80-88 credits and an additional 4 credits core NSQF course/ Internship OR Continue with Major and Minor
SEMESTER 5
Major
- Environmental Geography
- Geospatial Technology (Practical)
- Indian Agricultural Knowledge Systems
Minor Elective
- Global Politics
- Sociology of Development
Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)
- Settlement Geography
- Social and Cultural Geography
Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses
- Modern Surveying Techniques
Field Projects
- Field Project on Socio Economic or Physiographical Survey
SEMESTER 6
Major
- Population Resource & Dynamics
- Tools and Techniques of Spatial Analysis (Practical)
- Applied Geomorphology
Minor
- Indian Political Thought
- Theoretical Anthropology
Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)
- Disaster Management and Mitigation
- Biogeography
On the Job Training
- OJT/ Internship/ Field Project
SEMESTER 7
Major
- Geographical Thought
- Advanced Cartography and Geospatial Visualization (Practical)
- Quantitative Techniques of Spatial Data Analysis (Practical)
- Geopolitics and Political Geography
Minor
- …..
Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)
- Urban Systems and Sustainable Cities
- Economic Geography and Global Production Networks
Research Methodology
- Research Methodology
SEMESTER 8
Major
- Geographic Information Systems and Spatial Modeling
- Remote Sensing and Geospatial Image Analysis (Practical)
- Advanced GIS and Spatial Decision Support Systems (Practical)
- Health and Medical Geography
Minor
- …..
Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)
- Water Resource Management
- Climate Change, Vulnerability and Adaptation
On the Job Training
- OJT/ Internship
HOW TO APPLY
The admission procedure usually starts in June after the results of class X/XII/Degree college are declared.
- Fill the Pre-enrollment form of the University of Mumbai through the University portal https://muadmission.samarth.edu.in/
- Choose the Autonomous option for your desired program to secure admission at KES Shroff College.
- Fill College online admission form on www.kessc.edu.in
- Upload a copy of the pre-enrollment form, HSC mark sheet/digital result, caste/reservation certificate if applicable, and E-Suvidha ticket.
- On the declaration of merit list (first then second and then third if required), pay the fees along with submission of the documents such as Undertaking regarding admission confirmation, SSC(X mark sheet), HSC, Leaving Certificate, Adhar card, scanned copy of Cheque book leaflet/bank account details and transfer certificate in case the student is from outside Maharashtra.
- For Programmes running under AICTE the MH-CET scorecard is a must.
- For further details and to know more about the college visit www.kessc.edu.in
Eligibility for FY BA
- A candidate for being eligible for admission to the three year degree programme of Bachelor of Arts must have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Std. XII) examination conducted by the different Divisional Boards of the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education.
Eligibility for SY BA
- A candidate is eligible to take admission to second year provided he/she passed FIRST YEAR examinations or is Allowed To Keep Terms(ATKT) before/after supplementary exams.
Eligibility for TY BA
- A candidate is eligible to take admission to Third year provided he/she passed SECOND YEAR examinations or allowed to keep terms before/after supplementary exams.
Total no. of Seats: 40
Reservation of Seats: Reservations are as per the Government policy.
Fees: As prescribed by the University of Mumbai. The details have been mentioned on the college Notice board and the College website http://www. www.kessc.edu.in
Duration of Programme: 8 Semesters spread over 4 years.
Enforcement of Attendance:
Our college is a pioneer institute in introducing the computerized attendance system. The computerized defaulters’ lists are displayed division wise regularly at the end of every month on the Students Notice Board. The students failing to fulfill the required attendance shall be DETAINED and shall not be permitted to take the Annual / Board examination. Warning letters from the Principal are sent to parents of the defaulting students. The letters are given to the concerned students by the class teachers in the classrooms. The students must hand over these warning letters to the parents. Students should note that fulfilling the attendance requirement alone will not qualify them to appear for the examination. Their academic performance should also be to the satisfaction of the principal.
General Rules & Regulations:
- Every student should obtain an ID card and show at the entry
- Students should not loiter in the corridors when the lectures are engaged
- Giving proxy attendance is a serious act of indiscipline
- Students applying for certificates/testimonials and attestation should first contact the college office
- Ragging is strictly prohibited on the college premises
- The use of mobile phones inside the college is strictly prohibited. If caught using a cell phone it is confiscated for a period of 1 year
Punitive Measures:
- Warning
- Cancellation of admission
- Refusal to grant admission in future
- Withholding or withdrawing of University exam form
- Expulsion / rustication from college
- Fine not exceeding Rs. 300
- Non-refund of fees and deposits
- Suspension for a specified period
