Humanities

INTRODUCTION 

Once you complete your 10th standard you get to the conclusion of your secondary education. At this point in your educational journey, you need to choose what stream you will be choosing further. If you are confused about what stream to pursue right after the 10th and you are not clear about where to start, then you have surely come to the right place. LC Highway elaborates and assists you on many levels. 

There are basically three streams to choose from which is: 

• Humanities 
• Commerce 
• Science 

What is Humanities? 

Talking about Humanities it will be a really difficult task to define what Humanities as a stream is. However, you can say that it is an academic stream which deals with the study of the ‘Human Condition. It utilizes methods that are usually analytical, critical, and speculative. There is a wide range of subjects that comes under Humanities ranging from history, languages, literature, law, performing arts, anthropology, philosophy, religion, communication, sociology, psychology, and many more. If you choose to go for Humanities after Class 10, it would enable you to make a career in a range spanning a wide area. 

What are your options after Humanities? 

As a field of study, Humanities allows you to study history, language, philosophy, cultures, societal norms, music, visual arts, and many other intellectual aspects of life. In Humanities subjects are taught in such a way that it covers analytical and critical aspects. Thus a student who completes his/her higher secondary studies in Humanities finds it quite easy and comfortable to prepare for various government jobs and exams they need to clear. So once you complete your school education it opens a door of new and multiple opportunities. 

Humanities in Colleges

Colleges require general education courses in Humanities. Most of the colleges use gen education requirements to introduce their students to a variety of disciplines and areas of study. It strengthens students’ analytical and problem-solving skills; which is a must in the modern era we are living in. College courses will teach you way more than just the French Revolution, Wars, and popular plays. You can gain valuable skills from such courses; it will teach you the ability to communicate in a better way, work independently and in teams. Following are the many popular options you will have in your colleges: 

Bachelor of Arts 

Bachelor of Arts is an undergraduate program that comes under the discipline of Arts. The basic requirement is that you should have completed your 12th standard. The duration of this course is 3 years. It is mostly divided equally into 6 semesters. There are many specializations available for you to choose from. Some of the popular ones are Philosophy, Literature, Psychology, Journalism, Sanskrit, French, and many more. This degree is a mix of many subjects that will allow you to adapt to the changing demands of any employer in today’s competitive world and you can also meet their needs. This course will enhance so many skills whether it is professional or social. Your ability to analyze tasks set your priorities right will be better. Although this is a full-time course, you can always opt for distance education. 

Once you complete the course you can work in Journalism and mass communication, social work, and as a language expert. 

BA journalism 

BA Journalism is a 3-year degree course in the Arts stream. Every year more than thousands of students opt for this course in India. It gives you an idea about the news and media industry. In most of the colleges, the minimum eligibility for the BA Journalism courses is a minimum of 50% aggregate score in the 10+2 exam from any recognized board or university. The minimum eligibility scores might increase on the basis of admission mode and the institution you choose. It is a specialized course that will make you an expert in the news and media industry in detail. So the subjects you will be learning are designed to suit the profession’s needs. 

The main subjects are English, Communicative English, Basic Computer, Newspaper management and Creative Journalism Writing.

After completing this course you can work as a News Anchor, Reporter, Editor, Critic, Feature writer, Public relations specialist, RJ, Video jockey, etc 

Bachelor of Social Work 

A bachelor of social work (BSW) degree will give you the knowledge and skills to succeed in the field of social work. It is a 3-year degree course. This program generally will help you to gain a broad foundation for generalist social work practices. You will learn how you can serve oppressed individuals, families, and communities who are in need and it focuses on the less privileged of the society. 

You will learn about human behavior and social welfare policy, research methods to work with individuals and families. Some courses require you to complete a syllabus but here you can gain experience in the social work field under the supervision of a social worker in any community organization. This degree will strengthen your knowledge of time and history; develop academic networks with the help of workshops, corporate gatherings, voyages, student exchange programs, and internships that can bring you endless possibilities to make a great career. 

As a BSW degree holder, it will allow you to be a professional with different specialties. BSW graduates can work as Residential Counsellor, Case Managers, and Behavioural Management aides. Some careers may require you to obtain a license 

Bachelor of hotel management 

Bachelor of Hotel Management course is a full 3-year undergraduate degree in hospitality management. In some of the colleges and institutes, the duration of this course can be 4-years. To pursue this course all you need is to secure a minimum score of 50% in 12th or equivalent with English as a compulsory subject. Eligibility criteria and pass percentages can vary from one institute to another. The most important thing you need for this course is that you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to become a professional. The content of this course comprises subjects like housekeeping operations, front office operations, kitchen services, food and beverage services, etc. 

Hotels and restaurants, tourism and allied services, aviation, customer care, retail industry, mixed-used commercial services, logistic services, serviced apartments, hospitality services for cruise liners, spa operations, railways, customer care, event management, and a lot of such services are based on

commercial ventures including technologically -driven online services and products. You can choose what you find interesting for your career. 

Bachelor of Fashion Designing 

Bachelor of Design (Fashion Design) is also known as B.Des.(Fashion Design). It is an undergraduate course that deals with the study of designing clothing items and different accessories. It is a 3-year degree program consisting of 6 semesters which includes both practical and theory. It involves designing clothes, modern-day accessories according to the latest styles and trends of the fashion industry. You will learn about the design patterns, different materials and fabrics, sequins, beads, and all the words you can think about clothes and accessories. Designers need to research the latest trend in fashion and then create styles and designs to meet the standards of the people. You will also create styles and designs for specific clients who wish for more personalized style in their clothing items and accessories. If you are interested in pursuing a career in the fashion industry or textile industry and interested to learn more about fashion you can opt for B.Des. Program. 

You get to work in various fields of the fashion industry which is just not limited to clothing. Designers are creative people who create new designs with their innovative minds and then bring them into reality. Various career options after completing this form you can be Fashion Designer, Fashion Blogger, Retail Manager, Textile Designer, Retail Fashion Consultant, Retail Buyer, etc. 

The salary depends on each job, experience, and position you hold. 

You can also go for a master’s degree in any of these courses. Arts as a stream has an unlimited scope and you can make a successful career in the field you like. 

Also, LC Highway is dedicated to providing you with the help you need.