History
Department of History
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCE Department of History Established in 1962, the Department of History fosters critical inquiry and holistic learning, equipping students with strong research foundations and preparing them for diverse academic and professional pathways. Overview The Department of History, one of the oldest departments of the college, was established in 1962 and has since been committed to academic excellence and holistic education. The B.A. Programme in History is designed to enable students to critically analyse historical sources, and develop a strong spirit of inquiry and historical research. The programme fosters a comprehensive and critical understanding of the past, encouraging students to relate historical knowledge to contemporary social, political and cultural realities.The department equips students with a strong academic foundation to pursue higher education and careers as teachers, historians, archaeologists, academicians and researchers, while also preparing them for allied professions such as journalism, heritage and tourism management, archival work, museum studies and law. Beyond academic training, the department is committed to nurturing responsible citizenship, ethical values and intellectual curiosity, while promoting respect for cultural diversity and encouraging students to contribute meaningfully to society. Vision The Department of History envisions to develop critical, informed and responsible learners with a strong understanding of the past and its relevance to the present. It seeks to foster multidisciplinary thinking, research skills and professional competence in the discipline of history and allied fields, while upholding ethical values, cultural diversity and constitutional principles for responsible citizenship. Mission The Department of History is committed to imparting comprehensive knowledge of chronology, periodisation, historical narratives, events and personalities, and to developing students’ understanding of historical processes and their relevance to contemporary society. Through systematic and multidisciplinary teaching–learning practices, the department aims to cultivate critical thinking, analytical ability, and effective communication and writing skills by examining political, economic, social and cultural dimensions of history. It seeks to achieve this by training students in historiography, research methodology, and the analysis of historical sources. The department is also dedicated to instilling ethical values, respect for cultural diversity and constitutional principles, promoting responsible citizenship, and fostering awareness in the conservation and preservation of heritage. Programmes Offered The BA History Programme offers a comprehensive and multidisciplinary understanding of the past, with a strong regional, national, and global focus. The curriculum integrates core courses on Goan, Indian, and world history with multidisciplinary, vocational, value-added, and skill enhancement courses. Students explore themes such as culture, heritage, archaeology, historiography, constitutional studies, freedom movements, and contemporary global developments. Practical exposure through museology, archives, heritage tourism, teaching, travel and tourism, and project work equips learners with research, analytical, and professional skills, preparing them for careers in academics, heritage management, tourism, education, and public service. Bachelor of Arts (B.A) in History UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME | 3 YEARS Bachelor of Arts (B.A) in History The BA History Programme offers… Read More No posts found Department Faculty Sarita Naik Tari Associate Professor and Head of the Department Suraj Tukaram Mandekar Assistant Professor No posts found Activities Organised The History Department actively organizes a wide range of academic and co-curricular activities to enrich student learning beyond the classroom. These include guest lectures by eminent historians and experts and workshops on historical themes. Educational field trips to heritage sites and museums, provide hands-on exposure to historical sources and conservation practices. Cultural activities such as commemorative events, and history-related competitions encourage student participation and creativity. Together, these activities promote experiential learning, critical thinking, and a deeper appreciation of history and heritage. Workshop on History Research Methodology Movie Screening – Non-Violence Week Independece Day Speech History Forum Inaugural Field Trip Elocution Competition – Non-Violence Week Ambedkar Jayanti Teaching & Learning method The History Department adopts diverse teaching–learning methods to enhance conceptual understanding and critical engagement with the past. The teaching–learning methods include insightful lectures that provide conceptual clarity, classroom discussions that encourage active participation and critical reflection, and debates that help students articulate ideas and develop analytical and communication skills. The use of documentaries and audio-visual resources further enhances engagement by bringing historical events and contexts to life, thereby deepening understanding and interest in the subject.Students also engage in presentations and assignment/project work, to develop research and communication skills. Field-based learning, heritage visits, and experiential activities further strengthen understanding, ensuring an inclusive, participatory, and effective learning environment. Best Practices The History Department adopts best practices that promote academic and civic engagement. Participation in state events and national days such as Independence Day, Ekta Diwas, Constitution Day, Goa Liberation Day, Asmitai Dis and Republic Day enables students to connect historical understanding with national values. Through talks, speeches and student activities, these practices foster historical awareness, patriotism, and responsible citizenship. Alumni of the Department: Name of the Alumni; Batch Year (Year when they become alumni); Employer Name/Entrepreneur; Designation. Sr.No Name Graduation year Current employer / status / achievements 1 Sakshi Ahluwalia 2019 Junior Research Scientist Aging Biology, BeyondAge 2 Fauzia Shaikh 2019 Senior CDC (R&D, Clinical Data Management), Sanofi 3 Amanda Vas 2021 Femina Miss India Goa 2022 4 Simran Coutinho 2021 Clinical SAS programmer & analyst, Zifo 5 Rutuja Shirodkar 2021 Associate Clinical Data Analyst, Fortrea 6 Kate Cabral 2021 Discharge Coordinator, South West London and St. George’s Mental Health NHS Trust 7 Stanford Fernandes 2022 Associate Process Scientist, Regeneron, Ireland
Bachelor of Arts (B.A) in History
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME | 3 YEARS Bachelor of Arts (B.A) in History The BA History Programme offers a comprehensive and multidisciplinary understanding of the past, with a strong regional, national, and global focus. Apply Now View Syllabus Overview The BA History Programme offers a comprehensive and multidisciplinary understanding of the past, with a strong regional, national, and global focus. The curriculum integrates core courses on Goan, Indian, and world history with multidisciplinary, vocational, value-added, and skill enhancement courses. Students explore themes such as culture, heritage, archaeology, historiography, constitutional studies, freedom movements, and contemporary global developments. Practical exposure through museology, archives, heritage tourism, teaching, travel and tourism, and project work equips learners with research, analytical, and professional skills, preparing them for careers in academics, heritage management, tourism, education, and public service. Program Specific Outcomes (PSO) PSO-1: Historical Knowledge, Critical Thinking and Communication Skills Demonstrate an understanding of chronology, periodisation, historical narratives, major events, personalities, historical trends and lessons of the past that have effect on present times. Comprehend the political, economic and social structures and factors that have affected the process of history and changes over a period of time Develop critical thinking, effective communicating and writing skills and an appreciation for the subject of History. PSO-2: Multidisciplinary Perspective Integrate knowledge of history, acquire a deeper understanding of the subject and develop a multidisciplinary approach. Analyse the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of History in a wider perspective. PSO-3: Historical Analysis and Practice Demonstrate skills in teaching History, heritage tourism, museum curation and archival management in theory and practice. Comprehend the changing historiographical trends in the world and develop critical thinking skills. Analyse primary and secondary sources, develop a spirit of critical inquiry and historical research. Develop an understanding of research methodology in History. PSO-4: Ethics and Values Appreciate human values of mutual respect and acceptance of diverse cultures. Uphold the constitutional values and prepare themselves for responsible citizenship. Respect the diverse nature of tangible, intangible and natural heritage and take steps towards their conservation and preservation. Demonstrate an understanding of chronology, periodisation, historical narratives, major events, personalities, historical trends and lessons of the past that have effect on present times. Comprehend the political, economic and social structures and factors that have affected the process of history and changes over a period of time Develop critical thinking, effective communicating and writing skills and an appreciation for the subject of History. Integrate knowledge of history, acquire a deeper understanding of the subject and develop a multidisciplinary approach. Analyse the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of History in a wider perspective. Demonstrate skills in teaching History, heritage tourism, museum curation and archival management in theory and practice. Comprehend the changing historiographical trends in the world and develop critical thinking skills. Analyse primary and secondary sources, develop a spirit of critical inquiry and historical research. Develop an understanding of research methodology in History. Appreciate human values of mutual respect and acceptance of diverse cultures. Uphold the constitutional values and prepare themselves for responsible citizenship. Respect the diverse nature of tangible, intangible and natural heritage and take steps towards their conservation and preservation. Course Structure Internship of 4 credits should be completed in Semester IV and V. Sem I Sem II Sem III Sem IV Sem V Sem VI Major Core Minor/ Vocational Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) Value Added Course (VAC) Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) UG-HIS-101: Goa from Earliest Times to Liberation UG-HIS-103: Concise History of Goa UG-HIS-MDC1: Culture and Heritage of Goa UG-HIS-VAC1: Understanding Goa: Liberation and Challenges UG-HIS-VAC2: Making of the Indian Republic UG-HIS-SEC1: Heritage Tourism in Goa Major Core Minor/ Vocational Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) Value Added Course (VAC) Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) UG-HIS-102: Goa Since Liberation UG-HIS-104: Cultural History of Early India UG-HIS-MDC2: Introduction to Constitution of India UG-HIS-VAC3: Socio-Religious Reform Movements and National Awakening UG-HIS-SEC2: Introduction to Museology Major Core Minor/ Vocational Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) Value Added Course (VAC) Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) UG-HIS-201: Ancient India: Pre-History to 1206 CE UG-HIS-202: Ancient Civilisations: Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and Rome. UG-HIS-207: India’s Struggle for Freedom UG-HIS-MDC3: Indian Culture and Heritage UG-HIS-SEC3: Introduction to Archives Major Core Minor/ Vocational UG-HIS-203: Medieval India from 1206 – 1707 CE UG-HIS-204: Goan Heritage and Culture UG-HIS-205: Early Modern Europe UG-HIS-VOC1: Introduction to Archaeology Major Core Minor/ Vocational UG-HIS-301: India in Transition: 1707 – 1858 UG-HIS-302: Modern Europe 1789 – 1945 UG-HIS-303: Introduction to Historical Method and Indian Historiography UG-HIS-VOC2: Teaching History Major Core Minor/ Vocational UG-HIS-304: Indian National Movement UG-HIS-305: India Since Independence (1947 – 2004) UG-HIS-306: Contemporary World UG-HIS-PRJ: ProjectORUG-HIS-307: USA in Twentieth Century UG-HIS-VOC3: Travel and Tourism Major Core Minor/ Vocational Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) Value Added Course (VAC) Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) UG-HIS-101: Goa from Earliest Times to Liberation UG-HIS-103: Concise History of Goa UG-HIS-MDC1: Culture and Heritage of Goa UG-HIS-VAC1: Understanding Goa: Liberation and Challenges UG-HIS-VAC2: Making of the Indian Republic UG-HIS-SEC1: Heritage Tourism in Goa Major Core Minor/ Vocational Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) Value Added Course (VAC) Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) UG-HIS-102: Goa Since Liberation UG-HIS-104: Cultural History of Early India UG-HIS-MDC2: Introduction to Constitution of India UG-HIS-VAC3: Socio-Religious Reform Movements and National Awakening UG-HIS-SEC2: Introduction to Museology Major Core Minor/ Vocational Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) Value Added Course (VAC) Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) UG-HIS-201: Ancient India: Pre-History to 1206 CE UG-HIS-202: Ancient Civilisations: Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and Rome. UG-HIS-207: India’s Struggle for Freedom UG-HIS-MDC3: Indian Culture and Heritage UG-HIS-SEC3: Introduction to Archives Major Core Minor/ Vocational UG-HIS-203: Medieval India from 1206 – 1707 CE UG-HIS-204: Goan Heritage and Culture UG-HIS-205: Early Modern Europe UG-HIS-VOC1: Introduction to Archaeology Major Core Minor/ Vocational UG-HIS-301: India in Transition: 1707 – 1858 UG-HIS-302: Modern Europe 1789 – 1945 UG-HIS-303: Introduction to Historical Method and Indian Historiography UG-HIS-VOC2: Teaching History Major Core Minor/ Vocational UG-HIS-304: Indian National Movement UG-HIS-305: India Since Independence (1947 – 2004) UG-HIS-306: Contemporary World UG-HIS-PRJ: ProjectORUG-HIS-307: USA in Twentieth Century UG-HIS-VOC3: Travel and Tourism Sem I Sem II Sem III Sem IV Sem V Sem VI Sem VII Sem VIII Major Core Minor/ Vocational
