Department of Sociology
About Department
The Department of Sociology at Shri. Vitthal Rukmini College, Sawana was established in 1984. Social science in Arts faculty having capacity of 120 students and Department offers B.A. course at the undergraduate level.
The Department of Sociology focuses on the scientific study of society, social relationships, institutions, culture, and social change. The department aims to create socially aware and responsible citizens by providing knowledge of contemporary social issues and research-based learning.
Vision and Mission :
Vision : To nurture socially conscious, responsible, and competent citizens capable of contributing to inclusive and sustainable social development.
Mission : To provide quality education in sociology through innovative teaching, research, extension activities, and community participation.
Aims & Objectives :
- Develop sociological understanding and critical thinking.
- Promote social responsibility and ethical values.
- Encourage research, fieldwork, and community engagement.
- Prepare students for higher education, competitive examinations, and careers in social sectors.
Scope of Sociology :
Career opportunities include Social Work, NGOs, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Civil Services, Journalism, Research, Teaching, Rural Development, and Community Welfare.
Teaching-Learning Methods
Classroom lectures, ICT-enabled teaching, seminars, group discussions, field visits, surveys, case studies, project work, and guest lectures.
Evaluation Methods
Internal assessments, assignments, presentations, unit tests, fieldwork reports, project submissions, and university examinations.
PSOs : of B.A. Economics
- Understand sociological concepts and theories.
- Analyze social institutions and social change.
- Conduct basic social research.
- Develop awareness of social issues and social justice.
- Apply sociological perspectives to real-life situations.
CO : of B.A. Economics
- Explain fundamental sociological concepts.
- Understand social structure and institutions.
- Analyze social problems and contemporary issues.
- Apply sociological theories in practice.
- Develop research and communication skills.
- Contribute positively to community development.