Archive · 30 Nov 2025
Shiv Nadar University Launches India’s First BA (Research)
Shiv Nadar University in Delhi NCR has started a new course called BA (Research) in Interdisciplinary Humanities and Social Sciences (IHS).
This is the first course of its kind in India.
It teaches students about humanities, social sciences, and important skills like AI and data analysis.
Students can choose to specialize in areas like sustainability, archaeology, or the impact of technology on society.
The course also focuses on teaching students how to use AI responsibly.
The university believes that research should start from the undergraduate level and aims to prepare students to lead and solve real-world problems.
This new course aligns with the national education priorities and India’s Vision 2047.
Shiv Nadar University (SNU) has launched India’s first BA (Research) in Interdisciplinary Humanities and Social Sciences (IHS).
The programme is multidisciplinary, covering humanities, natural and social sciences, and modern skills like AI and data analysis.
Students can specialize in Sustainability Studies, Archaeology, Heritage and Historical Studies, or Society, Culture and Technology.
The programme includes a dedicated AI companion module and an award for the 'Best Responsible Use of AI'.
SNU aims to prepare students to lead change through holistic education, aligning with the NEP and India’s Vision 2047.
- Who
- Shiv Nadar University (SNU), Delhi NCR
- What
- Launch of India’s first BA (Research) in Interdisciplinary Humanities and Social Sciences (IHS)
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Shiv Nadar University, Delhi NCR
- Why
- To build on the success of existing interdisciplinary programmes and prepare students to lead change
- University
- Shiv Nadar University (SNU), Delhi NCR
- Programme
- BA (Research) in Interdisciplinary Humanities and Social Sciences (IHS)
- Unique Features
- Multidisciplinary structure, AI companion module, specializations in Sustainability Studies, Archaeology, and Society, Culture and Technology
- Career Outcomes
- Average package of Rs 13.29 lakh per annum, highest of Rs 24.3 LPA for BSc (Research) in Economics and Finance
- Prestigious Admissions
- Duke University, University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stockholm School of Economics
- AI Focus
- Dedicated AI companion module, award for 'Best Responsible Use of AI'
- Vision
- Holistic education, aligning with NEP and India’s Vision 2047