About Us

Department Profile

The Department of History, established in 1981, has been at the forefront of promoting critical inquiry, historical research, and a comprehensive understanding of the past. The department offers an undergraduate program in History, with fifty sanctioned seats. In addition to teaching, the department organises class-wise seminars and debates, and prepares students for quiz competitions and group discussions, helping them stay up to date with contemporary trends. The faculty is always available to provide guidance and support to students, both on and off campus, whenever needed. As a result, students consistently perform well in their final examinations and pursue higher studies. The department facilitates the holistic development of students, focusing on emotional, academic, social, professional, and global competencies. With the introduction of the four-year undergraduate program in 2024, the department now offers BA (Honours) in History. From 2026 onwards, the Department offers Heritage Tourism as a specialisation under the B.A. History (Honours) programme. The specialisation equips students with the knowledge and practical skills required for careers in heritage conservation, cultural tourism, museums, archives, and the tourism industry, thereby enhancing their employability

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Vision

To brighten the hearts and minds of students with the light of wisdom, cultural values and morality, and to be the torch bearers of our heritage in the society.

Mission

 

• To inculcate historical conscious among students and to enable them to acknowledge
their rich history and culture.
• To mould our students to a perfect women.
• To enhance values of self respect, tolerance, optimism and discipline.
• To prepare them to be agents of social transformation

Programmmes

 

BA History (Honours) with specializations in Heritage Tourism

Certificate/Add-on Courses

  • Certificate course in Ancient Indian Architecture
  • Certificate course in Gender Studies Indian Modernity and Gender
  • Certificate course in Computer Awareness Course

 

  • Add on Course in Beauty and Wellness
Retired Faculty

 

Name of the Retired Teacher Period of Service
Sr. Pius 1981-1989
 Sr. Grace 1981-1993
Sr. Felitia (C.K. Annamma) 1981-2003
Mrs. C.A. Daisy 1981- 2007
Sr. Mable (Mary Kutty Paul) 1983-2009
Mrs. Kochuthressiamma 1982-2010
Mrs. Elizabeth Joseph 1983-2010
Highlights

 

  • MoU for Academic Collaboration with 5 colleges under the SREE -Sharing Resource and Expertise for Excellence
  • MoU with the Kerala Council for Historical Research (KCHR)
  • Soft Skill Course to improve communication skills and self-confidence
  • Experiential learning through visits to historical sites such as palaces, museums, forts etc
  • Programmes for holistic development of students
  • Consistent University Ranks and good academic performance.
  • Internship opportunities with reputed institutions such as the Kerala Council for Historical Research (KCHR), Aksharam Museum, and Local Self-Government Institutions (LSGIs).
National Seminar