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M.Phil. in History
Full-Time & Part-Time Research Programme
About the Department
About the Department
The M.Phil. in History programme at Sri Vasavi College (Aided Wing) provides an advanced platform for historical research, analytical interpretation and critical inquiry into India’s social, political, cultural and economic past.
The course aims to develop historians who can analyze historical events objectively, interpret socio-political transitions meaningfully and contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage through scholarly research.
With the guidance of qualified research supervisors, scholars engage in specialized study across diverse historical periods — from ancient civilizations to contemporary India — supported by rigorous research methodology and archival exploration.
“At Sri Vasavi College, the study of history is not just about the past — it’s about understanding humanity’s journey towards the future.”
Objectives
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To promote advanced research in historical studies, culture and heritage.
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To train scholars in research methodology, critical analysis and historiography.
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To encourage interdisciplinary research connecting history with politics, sociology and economics.
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To preserve regional and national heritage through documentation and publication.
Areas of Research
The programme provides research opportunities in a wide range of historical fields, including:
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Ancient Indian History and Archaeology.
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Medieval Indian Society and Culture.
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Modern Indian History and Freedom Movement.
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South Indian and Tamil Nadu History.
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Economic and Political History.
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Cultural and Religious Studies.
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Women’s Studies and Social Reform Movements.
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Local and Regional History (Erode, Kongu Region)
Each research scholar is supervised by an experienced guide and required to submit a dissertation that demonstrates independent analysis, originality and contribution to historical knowledge.
Research Facilities
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Well-stocked History Library with national and regional archives, historical texts and journals.
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Access to E-resources such as JSTOR, INFLIBNET and National Digital Library of India.
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Workshops and Seminars on research writing, heritage conservation and methodology.
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Field Studies and Heritage Visits to museums, temples, forts and archaeological sites.
“Our research culture connects the historian’s mind with the nation’s memory.”
Mission
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To foster critical understanding of history as a means of social awareness and transformation.
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To encourage research that strengthens national integration, identity and cultural values.
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To cultivate analytical, interpretive and documentation skills among historians.
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To promote the study of local and regional history for broader societal relevance.
“Our mission is to build historians who think critically, write truthfully, and preserve faithfully.”
Vision
To emerge as a centre of excellence in historical research and heritage preservation, producing historians and educators who contribute to academic, cultural and national development.
To emerge as a centre of excellence in historical research and heritage preservation, producing historians and educators who contribute to academic, cultural, and national development.
“We envision history as a mirror that reflects lessons of the past to illuminate the path forward.”
