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Department of Human Development

B. Sc

The only college that supports "all" domains of Human Development and prepares students for multiple career opportunities as a counselor, pre-school educator, special needs educator, child development specialist, curriculum developer, social entrepreneur, HR & training personnel under one single program. The programme is designed to strengthen and enhance a student’s understanding and knowledge on diverse subjects. The present curriculum and syllabi have been revised and updated under NEP in accordance with UGC (University Grant Commission) guidelines. Mandatory six week internship training in the third year of study is the USP of this course. The course offers each student with ample opportunities to assess their abilities, aptitudes and interest and introduces them to a world of jobs and careers.

Course Highlights

  1. 1. Life Span Development
  2. 2. Child and Adolescent Psychology
  3. 3. Mental Health & Counseling
  4. 4. Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE)
  5. 5. Special Needs
  6. 6. Educational & Development Assessment
  7. 7. Gender & Development
  8. 8. Family Dynamics & Parenting
  9. 9. Nutrition & Health in Human Development
  10. 10. Research Methods & Statistics
  • Student will be evaluated on each subject / paper (theory/practical) under both:
    1. a) Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE): 40% weightage CIE includes written class tests, assignments, seminars, tutorials and/or laboratory assignments.
    2. b) End-semester Examination (ESE): 60% weightage Eight ESE will be held, one at the end of each semester.

Course Duration:

15-17 weeks per semester with 20-26 classes of 1 hr duration per week

Course Timings:

9:30 am to 4:00 pm, six days a week (1st and 3rd Saturdays are off days)

Class Size:

40-50 students

Job opportunities

Child Development Specialist

School/ College Counselor

Rehabilitation Counselor

Mental Health Facilitator

Special Educator

Curriculum Developer

Content Developer

Geriatric Care

HR & Training Personnel

Public Policy & Advocacy

Social Entrepreneur

Project Officer in NGOs

Researcher & Academia

M. Sc

The program is designed to strengthen and enhance a student’s understanding and knowledge on diverse subjects. It shall be conducted via a blended learning approach that will include classical classroom teaching, self study, experiential learning, seminars, presentations, field visits etc. As part of their training, every student will have to work on a research project in the second year and submit a dissertation. It is compulsory for the students to complete two months Internship to complement the program that will allow them to make more informed choices when planning a career.

Program Outline

  • Focus on Child Behavior and curriculum development, mental health, rights of the elderly, women & children, emphasis on a higher level and more varied psychological testing. Conducting Primary Research in the field.

Course Duration:

15-17 weeks per semester with 20-26 classes of 1 hr duration per week.

Course Timings:

9:30 am to 4:00 pm, six days a week (1st and 3rd Saturdays are off days).

Class Size:

10-12 students

Job opportunities

Counselor

Child Development Specialist

Pre-school Educator

Curriculum Developer

Content Developer

Academic Specialist

Project Officer in NGOS

Teacher

Research Project Officer

Admission Info

Curriculums

B.Sc (Hons) in Human Development Curriculum Programme Outcomes & Course Outcomes - B.Sc HD M.Sc in Human Development Curriculum Programme Outcomes & Course Outcomes - M.Sc HD

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Gurukul Award for the Most Promising College from Lions Club of Kolkata in 2019
The Economic Times Best Education Brand Award 2020

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