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Sri Balaji University, Pune's

School of Liberal Arts

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Sri Balaji University, Pune's

School of Liberal Arts

Highlights

Credits

160 - 176

Duration

3/4 Years

Eligibility

10+2 or equivalent

Selection Process

Personal Interview

BA (Liberal Arts)

The BA (Liberal Arts) program at Sri Balaji University, Pune, offers a multidisciplinary education that encourages students to explore a wide range of subjects not only in the domain of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, but beyond the traditional knowledge streams. This flexible program allows students to tailor their studies by choosing Majors and Minors from diverse fields such as Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Media and Journalism, and more.

 

The program offers a rich array of elective courses, including Performing Arts and Foreign Languages. Major emphasis is given on Experiential Learning, where theory meets practice. Students engage in hands on training, participate in mandatory internships, and apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios.

 

Whether it is analysing personality, providing intervention through therapies and counselling, studying policy implications, conducting field research, or simulating diplomatic negotiations, learning essential technology and digital skills, BA (Liberal Arts) program focuses on career readiness & prepares graduates to navigate through complexities of the dynamic global landscape. With a focus on critical thinking, creativity, and cultural awareness, the program prepares graduates for various career paths and equips them with the skills needed to thrive in a dynamic global environment.

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  • A candidate from any stream
  • Should have passed 12th Std. Examination (H.S.C.10+2) with minimum 50% of marks and English as a passing subject
  • Three Years Diploma Course from Board of Technical Education, conducted by Government of Maharashtra or its equivalent, after S.S.C. i.e. 10th Standard
  • A candidate should have scored minimum 50 % marks in qualifying examination. (Minimum 45% for SC/ST candidates)
  • Apply from the official website, and initiate the registration process
  • Submitting necessary information and make the payment to register
  • Eligible candidates will be informed about schedule of online interaction
  • Personal Interview will be conducted by a Panel of Experts
  • Assessment will be done for the candidates appearing for interview on various parameters
  • Selected candidates will be informed via email about their selection
  • Students can pay the fees and confirm the admission
  • Orientation session will be conducted to discuss about important dates and instructions
  • Note: University reserves the right to make changes in this admission process as and when required

Semester I

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Foundation Course I
2 Foundation Course II
3 Foundation Course III
4 Ability Enhancement Course I
5 Skill Enhancement Course I
6 Value Education Course I
7 Indian Knowledge Systems
8 Co-curricular I
9 Vocational Skill Course I
10 Open Elective I
11 Open Elective II

Semester II

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Foundation Course IV
2 Foundation Course V
3 Foundation Course VI
4 Ability Enhancement Course II
5 Skill Enhancement Course II
6 Value Education Course II
7 Co-curricular II
8 Co-curricular III
9 Vocational Skill Course II
10 Vocational Skill Course III
11 Open Elective III

Semester III

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Ability Enhancement Course III
2 Skill Enhancement Course III
3 Major I
4 Major II
5 Minor I
6 Co-curricular IV
7 Open Elective IV
8 Field Project I

Semester IV

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Ability Enhancement Course
2 Skill Enhancement Course
3 Major III
4 Major IV
5 Major V
6 Minor II
7 Open Elective V

Semester V

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Major VI
2 Major VII
3 Discipline Specific Elective I
4 Minor III
5 Minor IV
6 Field Project II

Semester VI

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Major VIII
2 Major IX
3 Discipline Specific Elective II
4 Minor V
5 Community Engagement Program
6 Internship I

Semester VII

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Major X
2 Major XI
3 Major XII
4 Major XIII
5 Discipline Specific Elective III
6 Minor VI

Semester VIII

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Major XIV
2 Major XV
3 Major XVI
4 Major XVII
5 Discipline Specific Elective IV
6 Internship II

Semester VII

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Major X
2 Major XI
3 Discipline Specific Elective III
4 Minor VI
5 Dissertation I

Semester VIII

Sr. No. Course Type
1 Major XII
2 Major XIII
3 Major XIV
4 Discipline Specific Elective IV
5 Dissertation II
  • Flexible Course Combination with the multidisciplinary approach
  • Major, Minor and Open Elective Basket
  • Interdisciplinary & Problem-Solving Approach
  • Emphasis on Internship & Research
  • Focus on Experiential Learning 
  • Industry Exposure
  • Interactive Classroom Sessions
  • Global Perspective
  • National & International Exposure
  • NEP 2020 Inspired & IKS Integrated Curriculum
  • Qualified Faculty with Diverse Experiences
  • Out-of-the-Classroom Learning Opportunities
  • Exceptional Industry Connect
  • Competitive Fee Structure 

BA (Liberal Arts) Fee Structure – 2025-29

BA (Liberal Arts)
1st Year		 1st Installment 2nd Installment 3rd Installment Total
Academic Fees Rs. 30,000 Rs. 36,125 Rs. 26,125 Rs. 1,02,250
(Refundable Deposit)   Rs. 10,000  
Total Rs. 30,000
(Within a week from the date of result declaration)		 Rs. 36,125
(At the time of commencement of course)		 Rs. 36,125
(Before 18 December-2025)		 Rs. 1,02,250
BA (Liberal Arts) 2nd Year 4th Installment 5th Installment Total
Academic Fees Rs. 43,625
(Before the commencement of third semester)		 Rs. 43,625
(Before 18 December-2026)		 Rs. 87,250
BA (Liberal Arts) 3rd Year 6th Installment 7th Installment Total
Academic Fees Rs. 46,125
(Before the commencement of third semester)		 Rs. 46,125
(Before 18 December-2027)		 Rs. 92,250
BA (Liberal Arts) 4th Year 8th Installment 9th Installment Total
Academic Fees Rs. 43,625
(Before the commencement of third semester)		 Rs. 43,625
(Before 18 December-2028)		 Rs. 87,250

Hostel Fees (Optional): Rs. 91,500

Note: Uniform fee not included in the fee structure.

Refund Policy
Sr. No. % of refund of fees Point of time when notice of withdrawal of admission is received
1. 100% 15 days or more before the formally-notified Commencement of Courses.
2. 90% Less than 15 days before the formally-notified Commencement of Courses.
3. 80% 15 days or less after the formally-notified Commencement of Courses.
4. 50% 30 days or less, but more than 15 days, after formally-notified Commencement of Courses.
5. 00% More than 30 days after formally-notified Commencement of Courses.

* Caution money or security deposit, which are not part of the fees chargeable, shall be refunded in full.

** In case of (1) in the table above, the entire fee (after the deduction of the processing fee of not more than Rs. 1,000) shall be refunded to the student by the University concerned institution.

Application Form Available from 08th November, 2024
Last Date to Apply 18th May, 2025
Admission Process Starts First Week of February, 2025
Commencement Date 18th July, 2025

All programs run under the aegis of the Sri Balaji University are specially approved for education loans from: Propelld , Tata Capital , Punjab National Bank , Axis Bank , Bank Of Baroda , IDFC First Bank , Credenc , AVANSE , Bank of Maharashtra Sri Balaji University, Pune has signed MoUs with these banks. An education loan can be availed from any of the mentioned banks/NBFCs. However, students have the liberty to approach any other bank as per their convenience.

Basic Eligibility Criteria for all Scholarship

  • The candidate must apply through Sri Balaji University, Pune’s online admission process.
  • The candidate must clear SBUP’s selection process (GD, PI and Essay).
  • Eligible students may apply for one or more scholarships separately by clicking on the below links before the stipulated date and time.
  • If the candidate is eligible, he/she will be awarded only one scholarship for which he/she is eligible.
  • If student of second Year is applying for scholarship, then such student must have passed with minimum 60% marks in earlier year.
  • If student of second Year is applying for scholarship, then such student should not have any backlog in Internal as well as external subjects.
  • The students applying for scholarship should have minimum 75% LHR in the earlier semesters/year.
  • The students applying for scholarship should not have his / her name in the red list.
  • Any student who is found with in disciplined behavior in earlier year/semester shall be disqualified.
  • The existing scholarship recommended to each student is for the current Academic Year 2024-2025.
  • If any student who has been granted the scholarship cancels the admission or discontinues the program in subsequent year, the scholarship amount shall be recovered.

Note

  • The list of eligible students who are finally selected for the scholarship will be declared after the scrutiny of all the supporting documents (from the competent authorities) by the scrutiny committee and the completion of the selection process for the award of the scholarship.
  • If found at the later stage, the submitted documents are incorrect, then the scholarship facility will be withdrawn and the next eligible student will be considered.
  • If the number of deserving candidates are more, then the amount shall be equally distributed among all selected students. This clause is applicable to Prof. M. S. Pillai Memorial Scholarship and Bala Sir Memorial Scholarship.
  • All the documents/certificates which are submitted must be valid for the current academic year i.e. 2025-2026.
  • If the student/s has paid the initial fees and subsequently selected for the scholarship the surplus amount paid by them (If any) will be refunded to him/her.
  • The decision of the scholarship selection committee would be final.
  •  Traditional BA Programs and the recent BA (Hons) Programs are Unilinear in nature
  •  BA (Liberal Arts) at SBUP offers Dual Specialization with multiple exposure
  •  BA (Liberal Arts) at SBUP breaks the traditional classroom pedagogies
  •  It offers a unique degree with Multiple Specializations & Interdisciplinary Approach
  •  Students will prepare to be multi-tasker & multi-specialist in their respective domains
  •  To explore hidden talent, students should join BA (Liberal Arts) at SBUP 
  • BA (Liberal Arts) Program at SBUP is a Semester-based Four Years full-time undergraduate program with Choice Based Credit System
  • The program offers Foundation Courses in the first year, followed by Major and Minor specializations 2nd year onward
  • Students will also be offered choice-based subjects in the form of various electives- Languages, Co-Curricular, AEC, VES, SEC, Internship and Project, etc.
  • Major: Economics, English, Media and Journalism, Political Science, Psychology, etc.
  • Minor: Advertising & Branding Communication, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Economics, English, Management Studies, Media and Journalism, Political Science, Psychology
  • Electives: Applied Arts, Dance, Theatre, Music Therapy, Law, Foreign Languages, Graphology, Dance Movement Therapy, etc.
  • A candidate from any stream, should have passed 12th Std. Examination (H.S.C.10+2) with minimum 50% of marks and English as a passing subject

OR

  • Three Years Diploma Course from Board of Technical Education, conducted by Government of Maharashtra or its equivalent, after S.S.C. i.e. 10th Standard

OR

  • Two Years Diploma Course in Pharmacy from Board of Technical Education, conducted by Government of Maharashtra or its equivalent, after H.S.C. i.e. 12th Standard

OR

  • Completed MCVC program. (Minimum Competency Vocational Courses)
  • The Medium of Instruction will be English for BA (Liberal Arts) at SBUP
  • BA (Liberal Arts) at SBUP is inspired by NEP 2020 & adheres to UGC guidelines
  • The Programs and Courses are approved by the Board of Studies and Academic Council
  • The University is appearing for NAAC and soon to be accredited
  • As per NEP 2020, the BA (Liberal Arts) at SBUP has spanned over 4 years
  • Students successfully completing 3rd year will receive BA with major specialization
  • For 4th year, students can choose their track between- Internship & Research*
  • For 4th year, students can choose their track between- Internship & Research*
  • After successful completion of 4th year, students will receive BA (Liberal Arts) or BA (Liberal Arts) with Research respectively, based on their chosen track**

*Students choosing Research track for 4th year need to satisfy required CGPA eligibility

**Nomenclature subject to approval

  • Students are required to submit self-attested photocopies of following documents along with application form:
  • Compulsory: Photograph

Other

  • Statement of Marks for SSC (Tenth Standard)
  • Passing Certificate for SSC (Tenth Standard)
  • Statement of Marks for HSC (Twelfth Standard)
  • Passing Certificate for HSC (Twelfth Standard)
  • Statement of Marks for Diploma (If applicable)
  • Passing Certificate for Diploma (If applicable)
  • Graduation Mark sheet (If applicable)
  • Degree Certificate (Graduation) (If applicable)
  • Post Graduation Mark sheet (if applicable)
  • Degree Certificate (Post Graduation) (if applicable)
  • Transfer Certificate (Issued by College of Graduation)
  • Migration Certificate
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Aadhar Card Copy
  • Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (For OBC, SEBC, SBC, VJDT, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D Category candidates belonging to state of Maharashtra) valid for the current year
  • Non-Creamy Layer Certificate valid for the current year (If applicable)
  • Entrance Exam Score Card (s) (If applicable)
  • Work Experience Certificate (If applicable)
  • Co-Curricular Activities Certificate (If applicable)

Note

  • Only images (.png, .jpeg, .jpg) for uploading your photograph
  • For other documents only .pdf format will be allowed
  • The name of the upload file / document should be short and easy to Identify
  • Each file must be smaller than 2 MB
  • The Induction Program is proposed in the month of July 2022 and the classes begin after the Induction Program
  • The Mark Sheet and the Degree Certificate are awarded under the seal of SBUP
  • After successfully submitting the application online, eligible candidates will be informed the schedule of Brief Interactive Session & Personal Interview (PI)
  • Brief Interactive Session - Student will have an opportunity to interact with a Senior Faculty/Director to clear their doubts regarding the program
  • Personal Interview – Experts will interview and assess the candidates on various parameters including the suitability of the candidates for offered specializations
  • Marks obtained in HSC/qualifying exam: 50% & Personal Interview: 50%
  • Finale merit list for admission will be prepared accordingly and selected candidates will be notified formally over registered email
  • Note: University reserves the right to change admission process as and when required
  • Continuous Internal Assessment 30%
  • Term-end Examination 70%
  • Both segments require individual passing
  • Yes, at SBUP assistance for Internship & Pre-placement activity is offered

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