BA (Hons.) - Sociology Application Form at UPES 2027

Sociology is both the art and science of making the familiar strange – of pausing before the ordinary to reveal the extraordinary social forces that quietly shape our lives. Studying a BA (Hons.) Sociology programme is increasingly important for today’s generation, as it helps them make sense of an increasingly complex world. It begins with a simple question—why do we live the way we do? and unfolds into a discipline that maps the hidden architectures of power, belief, identity, and everyday life.

The B.A. (Hons.) Sociology programme at UPES provides students with rigorous training in core sociological theories alongside hands-on exposure to research and field-based practice. The sociology course is designed to encourage critical thinking, enabling students to look beyond headlines, hashtags, and histories to understand the patterns shaping our collective futures.

The BA Sociology syllabus includes foundational courses such as Classical Sociology, Sociological Theory, and Sociology of India, ensuring a strong conceptual base. Advanced papers on Power, Hegemony and Social Movements, Social Stratification and Intersectional Sociology, Gender and Labour, and Population and Society allow students to engage deeply with contemporary inequalities and social change.

In a century shaped by rapid social, technological, and environmental shifts, the programme equips students with tools to interpret real-world issues—from migration and environmental crises to identity politics and digital cultures. It also develops a strong sociological imagination, helping students understand the present through the past while preparing them to anticipate future social transformations.

Interested students must meet the following minimum eligibility criteria for the BA (Hons.) Sociology programme: Minimum 50% marks in Class X and XII (any stream).

The analytical, research, and field-based skills developed through the BA (Hons.) Sociology programme prepare students for diverse career opportunities across sectors in India and globally. Graduates can explore roles such as:

Social Researcher
Development Sector Professional (NGOs, INGOs, Foundations)
Policy Analyst in think tanks or consulting firms
CSR, ESG, and DEI Specialist
Community Outreach and Programme Officer
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Associate
Urban and Rural Development Analyst
Migration, Environment, and Labour Project Associate
Media and Communication Researcher
Students may also pursue advanced degrees in Sociology, Social Anthropology, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Public Policy, Urban Studies, Migration Studies, Environmental Humanities, or Social Work, leading to careers in civil services, research institutions, and international organisations.