Department of History

OVERVIEW

History is a dynamic field of study that includes the past, present, and future. It examines the present in light of the past with an eye toward the future. The study of history allows one to become more sensitive to the complexities of the present. This, in turn, shapes the students' minds for a broader and more complete understanding of the world around them. History not only covers the evolution of mankind from the past to the present but also the cultural evolution of various arts and human relations within and outside the community. Furthermore, it discusses state formations, nation-building, colonial struggles, freedom movements, world wars, globalisation, and other topics in both the Indian and global contexts. Along with Mass Media, History students can pursue careers in teaching, publishing, administrative services, archaeology, mass media, etc.

Department at a Glance

Established in 1991, the Department of History began as a single faculty department supporting the B.A. English programme. The department became a full-fledged degree department in the 2001-2002 academic year with the introduction of a B.A History Degree programme under a self-financing scheme. In 2010, the Department's degree programme came under the government-aided scheme of the Kerala government. In 2011, three faculty members were appointed permanently in the department. Currently, it has three permanent faculty members and two guest lecturers. At present, the department has 195 students enrolled. Except for a few, the majority of Department students are from the Malappuram district. The semester system was implemented in the department in 2009. In the 2009-10 academic year onwards, the semester system has been followed for the UG programme.