Faculty of Arts and Humanities

BA Hons in Economics

BA Hons in Economics in Swaminarayan University, Kalol focuses on understanding the relationship between nature, society, and sustainable development. The program provides in-depth knowledge of environmental systems, biodiversity, climate change, and natural resource management.

Students gain both theoretical understanding and practical exposure through fieldwork, projects, and research-based learning. Emphasis is placed on environmental assessment, conservation practices, and policy awareness.

The program prepares graduates for careers in environmental research, education, consultancy, and sustainability-focused organizations, while promoting responsible and ethical environmental stewardship

Program Duration
  • Program Duration: 2 years

  • Structure: 4 semesters

  • Core Subjects: Environmental ecology, biodiversity, climate change, pollution control

  • Applied Learning: Practical sessions, fieldwork, and case studies

  • Skill Development: Seminars, presentations, and research methods

  • Final Component: Project work or dissertation

Curriculum

The BA Hons in Economics program spans 2 years and may include a project or internship in the final year. The program structure is as follows.

Sem- 1

Exam Subject

Subject Code

Credits

Elementary Economics-01

ECM101-1C

3+1=4

Problems of Indian Economy-01

ECM102-1C

3+1=4

History of Ancient India (From Pre-

History To 6th Century B.C)

HIE101-1C

3+1=4

MDC- Introduction to Economics

MDC101-1C

3+1=4

Panchtantra Vishnusharma

AEC-101-1C

1+1=2

Shree Madbhagvadgita

SEC-101-1C

1+1=2

IKS-1

CVA101-1C

1+1=2

Sem- 2

Exam Subject

Subject Code

Credits

Elementary Economics-02

ECM103-1C

4

Problems of Indian Economy-02

ECM104-1C

4

History Of Ancient India (From Mauryan Age To 650 A.D)

HIE102-1C

4

MDC Labour Economics

MDC101-1C

4

Sanskrit.-Hitopadesh

AEC-102-1C

2

Shree Madbhagvadgita

SEC-102-1C

2

IKS-2

CVA102-1C

2

Sem- 3

Exam Subject

Subject Code

Credits

Principles of Economics

ECM201-2C

4

Managerial economics

ECM202-2C

4

Development and economic system

ECM203-2C

4

History Of Ancient India (From Mauryan Age To 650 A.D)

HIE102-1C

4

MDC Economics growth and development

MDC101-1C

4

Sanskrit.-Hitopadesh

AEC-102-1C

2

Shree Madbhagvadgita

SEC-102-1C

2

IKS-2

VAC102-1C

2

2nd  Year BA Hons Economics

Sem- 4

Exam Subject

Subject Code

Credits

Principles of Economics

ECM-204

4

Economy of Gujarat

ECM-205

4

Economic Systems

ECM-206

 

Cultural History of India (1206 C.E TO 1526 C.E)

HIE102-1C

4

Sanskrit.-Hitopadesh

AEC-102-1C

2

Shree Madbhagvadgita

SEC-102-1C

2

IKS-2

CVA102-1C

2

Eligibility

  1. Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline

  2. Graduation from a recognized university

  3. Minimum eligibility as per university and regulatory norms

  4. Admission based on university guidelines and merit criteria

Benefits & Advantage

A BA (Hons) in Economics offers strong analytical and problem-solving skills by helping students understand economic trends, data interpretation, and real-world issues like inflation and growth, while also opening up diverse career opportunities in banking, finance, government, corporate sectors, research, and policy-making; it provides a solid foundation for higher studies such as MA Economics, MBA, or competitive exams like UPSC/GPSC, enhances decision-making and quantitative abilities, and is highly valued in today’s job market due to its practical relevance and versatility across multiple industries.