Online Degree = Regular Degree
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As per the Regulation 22 of the UGC in 2020, Online degrees are now regarded as equally valid and credible as traditional, offline degrees.
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Mode of Learning: The Online Master of Arts in History at Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU) offers an extensive and rigorous study of ancient, medieval, and modern Indian history, alongside world historiography and research methodology. Designed for aspiring historians, educators, civil services aspirants, archivists, and inquisitive learners, this flexible online program fosters critical analytical thinking, archival analysis, and historical inquiry while allowing you to comfortably balance your professional and personal commitments.
| Course Code | Course Name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| A050701T | Historiography: Concepts, Methods, Approaches and Tools | Compulsory |
| A050702T | Research Methodology | Compulsory |
| A050703T / A050708T |
Elective (Any One): • History of Modern Europe (1789-1919) OR • History of Indian Cinema |
Elective |
| A050704T / A050705T |
Elective (Any One): • Historical Tourism in India OR • Legendary and Religious sites of Uttar Pradesh |
Elective |
| A050707R | Research Project | Practical |
| Course Code | Course Name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| A050801T / A050802T |
Elective (Any One): • History of Ancient India (From Earliest Times to Post Harappan Settlement) OR • Ancient Indian Epigraphy and Numismatics |
Elective |
| A050803T | History of Ancient India (From Vedic Age to Mauryan Empire) | Compulsory |
| A050804T | History of Ancient India (From Shunga Dynasty to Rajput Era) | Compulsory |
| A050806T / A050807T |
Elective (Any One): • History of Journalism in India OR • Socio, Economy and Cultural History and Ancient India |
Elective |
| A050805R | Research Project | Practical |
| Course Code | Course Name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| A050901T / A050902T |
Elective (Any One): • History of South India (From Sangam Age to Vijay Nagar Empire) OR • Bhakti Movement in India |
Elective |
| A050903T | History of Medieval India (1206-1526 A.D.) | Compulsory |
| A050904T | History of Medieval India (1526-1707 A.D.) | Compulsory |
| A050906T | Political and Cultural History of Western Uttar Pradesh | Compulsory |
| A050905R | Research Project | Practical |
| Course Code | Course Name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| A051001T / A051002T |
Elective (Any One): • History of Modern India (1707-1885 A.D.) OR • Economic History of British India (1757-1950 A.D.) |
Elective |
| A051003T / A051004T / A051010T |
Elective (Any One): • History of Modern India (1885-1950 A.D.) OR • Heritage and Tourism OR • Vanvasi: Their History and Culture |
Elective |
| A051005T / A051006T |
Elective (Any One): • Socio-Cultural History of Modern India (1757-1947) OR • Women through Ages |
Elective |
| A051007T / A051008T |
Elective (Any One): • History of Modern World (1920-1960 A.D.) OR • Important Personalities of India |
Elective |
| A051009R | Research Project | Practical |
| Master of Arts (History) | 1st Year | 2nd Year |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | ₹ 200/- | - |
| Exam Fee | ₹ 3,000/- | ₹ 3,000/- |
| Course Fee | ₹ 11,000/- | ₹ 11,000/- |
| Total Fees | ₹ 28,200/- | |
* A 5% relaxation in eligibility criteria is available for SC/ST candidates across all programs.
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Graduates can also pursue Ph.D. programs, qualify UGC-NET / JRF for university lectureships, or work with archaeological, cultural heritage, and archival institutions across India and globally.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any Faculty with at least 50% marks in aggregate (or 45% marks in History as a main subject or equivalent). Candidates with a Master’s degree in another subject with 50% marks are also eligible. A 5% relaxation in marks is applicable for SC/ST candidates.
Yes. Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU) is a premier state university accredited with NAAC A++ grade. Under UGC Regulation 22 of 2020, degrees earned through ODL and Online modes from recognized universities are considered fully equivalent to conventional regular degrees for government jobs, higher education, and corporate roles.
Yes. The curriculum covers Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Indian History, Historiography, South Indian History, Regional History of Western Uttar Pradesh, and Modern World History, making it an excellent foundation for UPSC and State PSC examination preparation.
In every semester, students undertake a dedicated Research Project (Practical) under academic supervision. This enables learners to gain real-world training in historical methodology, archival research, documentation, and thesis writing.
Graduates can pursue careers as historians, museum curators, archivists, civil servants, college lecturers, school teachers, heritage tourism advisors, and content researchers for publishing houses and media production companies, as well as pursue Ph.D. or UGC-NET/JRF.