Careers in Geography

The study of Geography involves study of population, soil, climate, land utilization, vegetation and industries across the world. Geography consists of two branches, namely human geography and physical geography. 

Geography includes study of the various types of environments, people, places, societies and landscapes. The work of geologists is to understand the nature of soil, how the geography has impact on agriculture and many more issues related with land and climate.

Courses under Geography/ Geology:-

• Bachelor of Arts Honors in Geography
• Bachelor of Arts Honors in Geology
• Bachelor of Arts in Geography
• Bachelor of Science in Geography
• Bachelor of Science in Geology
• Master of Arts in Geography
• Master of Philosophy in Geography
• Master of Science in Geography
• Master of Philosophy in Geology
• Master of Science in Geology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Geography
• Doctor of Philosophy in Geology

Basic Eligibility

UG:

For admission in a bachelor’s degree course in Geography, the candidate should have cleared his 10+2 examination from a recognized board.

PG:

The eligibility criterion for joining a postgraduate program in Geography is holding a bachelor's degree in any stream.

Specializations

Some of its specialized fields are: -

• Behavioral Geography
• Cultural Geography
• Demography Geography
• Development Geography
• Economic Geography
• Economic geology
• Feminist Geography
• Geochemistry
• Geophysics
• Health Geography
• Historical Geography
• Hydrogeology
• Isotope Geology
• Marine Geology
• Structural Geology

Job Prospects

Good number of job opportunities is available to various geography students. A geography student can be placed in various organizations in the role of agricultural specialists, demographers, urban and regional planners and remote sensing specialists, etc. They can also work in government and private sectors.

Geographers can get jobs in research agencies such as environmental issues, population studies and rural development. Geography graduates can also take teaching profession in universities, colleges and schools.

  

Remuneration:-

A geography graduate working in research institutes and government departments get a salary of Rs 8,000- Rs 12,000 every year depending upon their superiority and experience. In private sector the compensation is better with benefits such as medical allowances, house rent, etc. 

Top Institutes

• Shri Shikshayatan College - Kolkata, West Bengal
• Madras Christian College - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
• Lady Brabourne College - Kolkata, West Bengal
• Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University - Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
• H.J. Thim College of Arts and Science - Jalgaon, Maharashtra
• Gandhi Smarak P.G. College - Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh
• Gangadhar Meher College (Autonomous) - Sambalpur

Careers in English

English is one of the world’s most used language and essentially a communication language of international communication. It is an unofficial Indian national language. In India for most of the jobs, knowledge of English is a must. In several Indian states, English has been accepted as the second major medium of instruction in colleges and schools after regional languages. 

Knowledge of English language is a must for any educated person to get a good employment opportunity.

There are certain sectors, where knowledge of English is mandatory:-

• Aviation or Navigation Sector
• Hospitality Industry
• Research Scholars
• BPO Sector
• Employees of MNC

List of few courses offered in English:-

• Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in English
• Bachelor of Arts in Communicative English
• Bachelor of Arts in English
• Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature
• Bachelor of Arts in Optional English Major
• Bachelor of Arts in Vocational English
• Master of Arts (Hons.) in English
• Master of Arts in Communicative English
• Master of Arts in English
• Master of Arts in English Language and Literature
• Master of Arts in Optional English Major
• Master of Arts in Vocational English

Basic Eligibility

UG:

For admission in a bachelor’s degree course in English, the candidate should have cleared his 10+2 examination from a recognized board.

PG:

The eligibility criteria for joining a postgraduate program in English is holding a bachelor's degree in any stream.

Job Prospects

An English graduate as a beginner can get employment in communication firms, government agencies, research institutes, entertainment and in public relation. They can work as a English language trainer in BPO and many other MNC’s. English graduates can also work as a teacher in colleges, schools and in universities.

Remuneration

An English graduate can earn good income based on his knowledge and expertise in English language. Starting salaries can range between 10 to 15 thousand per month.

Institutes

• Delhi University, Delhi
• Central Institute of English and Foreign Languages (CIEFL), Hyderabad,
• Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
• BHU or the Banaras Hindu University, Vanarasi

Careers in History

History is a popular subject among the history lover students. History subject deals with recording past events and the interpreting as well as analyzing them. History is studied to understand the human civilization and analyzing the earlier cultures of the society.

The study of history is a very enriching experience since it enables one to study as well as research on major social, cultural, economic and political events that occurred in the past. A history graduate learns many skills during the course which helps him/her to get a job after the completion of course.

What kind of student might prefer History?

• Students interested in the history subject and want to enhance their knowledge.
• Students willing to devote time to a demanding subject such as history.
• Students with good research skills.

List of Courses available for history graduates:-

• Bachelor of Arts in History
• Bachelor of Arts in History Major
• Master of Arts in History
• Master of Arts in History Major
• Master of Philosophy in History
• Doctor of Philosophy in History

Basic Eligibility

UG:

For admission in a bachelor’s degree course in history, the candidate should have cleared his 10+2 examination from a recognized board.

PG:

The eligibility criteria for joining a postgraduate program in history is holding a bachelor's degree in any stream.

Job Prospects

Good numbers of job opportunities are available for history graduates. Many sectors of the industry employ history graduates. A history graduate can opt for a career in research, wherein they are required to analyze and evaluate documentary evidence. History graduates can join various government departments, not-for-profit organizations and associations. History graduates can also go for civil service exams.

The different careers options available for history graduates are Archivist, Genealogist, Records Manager, Information Officer, Gallery or Museum Curator and Librarian.

A history graduate can also work as a guide. And can join various tour operators for historical sight seeing. 

Remuneration

A history graduate can start his career with a salary of 8000 to 10,000 per month. Further growth in career come with experience and skill development.

Institute offering courses in history

• Tolani Maritime Institute (TMI) Pune, India
• Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSRC) Delhi/NCR, India
• Ramjas College Delhi/NCR, India
• H.R College of Commerce & Economics Mumbai, India
• Ethiraj College Chennai, India
• Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce Delhi/NCR, India
• St.Alberts College Kochi, India
• Lala Lajpat Rai College of Commerce & Economics (LLCC) Mumbai, India
• IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India

Careers in Psychology

Psychology is a systematic and scientific study of animal and human mind and their behavior and thoughts. A person who studies psychology is called psychologist. A psychologist studies human mind, feelings, motives, nature and reactions. A psychologist studies patient’s behavioral pattern and counsel them to change their thinking and lead a better life. The demand for psychology counselors is rapidly increasing in India due to change in life style, increasing depression and lack of emotional support system
Students can opt for psychology as a subject at 10+2 level, graduation, post graduation and at the doctorate level. A psychologist’s work involves understanding mental problems of their clients and provides its solution, assist and benefit humanities, study the natural sciences and the social sciences, to estimate common sense knowledge about how people function, and  to understand both current situation and historical field.

List of courses offered in psychology:-

• Bachelor of Arts Honors in Applied Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts Honors in Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Psychology and English
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology
• Master of Arts in Applied Psychology
• Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
• Master of Arts in Psychology
• Master of Philosophy in Applied Psychology

Basic Eligibility

UG:

Students seeking admission in graduate degree course in psychology must have passed 10+2 exam.

PG:

Students holding bachelor degree in any stream are eligible for this course. The master degree course duration is 2 years.

Specializations

Some of its specialized fields are: -

• Child psychology
• Clinical psychology
• Educational psychology
• Experimental psychology
• Occupational psychology
• Social psychology

Job Prospects

Ample job opportunities are available for a psychology graduate. A psychology graduate can seek jobs in various sectors such as, universities, private companies, schools & colleges, clinics, hospitals and in government agencies.  A psychologist can open his own counseling center. Other then this many more opportunities are available in psychology area.

Remuneration:-

The remuneration earned by a fresh psychology graduates  range between Rs 8000 – Rs. 10000 every month. Good salary packages are available in private sector to the talented people.

The Best Colleges for Psychology in India:

Lady Shri Ram College for Women
Lajpat Nagar-IV
New Delhi 110024
India
011-91-11-26434459
lsrcollege.org

University of Madras
Chepauk, Chennai 600005
India
011- 91-044 -25393409
unom.ac.in

 

St. Xavier?s College,

5, Mahapalika Marg, Mumbai  400001;

Tel.: 022-22620662;

http://www.xaviers.edu/

 

University of Calcutta

92, A.P.C. road, Kolkata ? 700009, Tel.: 033-23508386;

Website: www.caluniv.ac.in

 

Miranda House

University of Delhi, Patel Chest Marg

New Delhi, Delhi 110007

011 27666983

Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005
India
011-91-542-2369401
bhu.ac.in

Loyolla College
Nungambakkam
Chennai 600 034 (Tamil Nadu)
Phone:044-28178321

 

Anna University

Address Sardar Patel Road Chennai - 600 025 City Chennai State Tamil Nadu

Phone Number 22351126, 22352312, 22301357

Email- vc@annauniv.edu

The Global Open University

Opposite Railway Station

Dimapur 797112

Nagaland

India

03862-231959

nagaland.net.in

Gujarat Forensic Science University

Sector 18/A Behind Police Station

Bhavan, Gandhinagar

Gujarat 382007, India

91-79-232-56265

gfsu.edu.in

Careers in Sociology

Sociology is a division of social science. A social scientist has to observe and analysis methods for developing and refining the knowledge associated with social activity and organization. Sociology is a vast discipline in respect to both methodology and subject matter. It focuses on social stratification, social relations, culture and deviance, social interaction and its approaches have included both qualitative and quantitative research techniques.

Social science study includes the study of communication studies, anthropology, political science, history, geography, psychology and sociology. 

List of Courses available under sociology is as following

• Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
• Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
• Bachelor of Social Work
• Bachelor of Arts in Social Science
• Master of Arts in Sociology
• Master of philosophy in Sociology
• Master of Arts in Social Sciences
• Masters of Arts in Social Management
• Master of Social Work
• Master of Arts in Social Work
• Master of Philosophy in Social Work

Basic Eligibility

UG:

For admission in a bachelor’s degree, the candidate must have passed the higher secondary school certificate (Std.XII) examination from a recognized board. The duration for bachelor's degree is three years.

PG:

The eligibility criterion for pursuing a master’s degree is holding a graduation degree in any stream. The duration for master's degree is two years.

Specializations

Some of the specialization of this field are: -

• Applied sociology
• Collective behavior
• Community
• Comparative sociology
• Crime and delinquency
• Cultural sociology
• Family and Child Welfare
• Medical And Psychiatric Social Work
• Public Policy
• Rural And Urban Community Development
• Schools Social Work

Job Prospects

A sociology graduate can have opportunities in extensive variety of jobs related to government, non-profit, and private sector. Many research jobs are also available for sociology graduates. Other then this they can join private and public education institutes as faculty members. Sociology offers good career opportunities in NGO’s of private and public sector units.

Remuneration: -

A fresher can start with a salary in a range of Rs. 8,000 to Rs.10,000  per month. Those who are working for NGOs also have similar pay structures.

People working in  industries and corporate houses can expect higher salaries. Salary and perks are higher in case of the international NGO’s.

Institutes

• Tolani Maritime Institute (TMI) Pune, India
• Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSRC) Delhi/NCR, India
• Ramjas College Delhi/NCR, India
• H.R College of Commerce & Economics Mumbai, India
• Ethiraj College Chennai, India
• Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce Delhi/NCR, India
• St.Alberts College Kochi, India
• Lala Lajpat Rai College of Commerce & Economics (LLCC) Mumbai, India
• IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India
• Lovely Professional University Jalandhar, India