Distance BA

(Bachelor of Arts)

Complete a BA distance Education degree from Andhra University. Enjoy flexible learning that allows students to study anytime and from anywhere.

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BA Distance Education Course Overview

BA distance education is an undergraduate-level program; in this program, students can take admission after completing their 12th degree. The program focuses on developing knowledge in subjects such as humanities, social sciences, languages, and arts. Ultimately, these focus areas help students build strong communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills for better career opportunities.The distance mode of this program allows students to study comfortably from home. This flexible learning option is perfect for both students and working professionals who want to balance their work and studies.

BA Distance Education Duration and Eligibility

The BA distance education at Andhra University is a 3-year program divided into 6 semesters. This semester-wise division of the syllabus allows students to study in an organized way.ย  To take admission in BA Distance Education, students must have completed Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent qualification, such as a two-year ITI, APOSS/NIOS, Polytechnic Diploma, Veterinary Diploma, Agriculture Diploma, or any other examination that fulfils the 10+2 years of study requirement.

Accreditation & Approvals of Andhra University

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UGC Entitled

Recognized by the University Grants Commission

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Grade NAAC A++ Accredited

Accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council

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NIRF Ranking

National Institutional Ranking Framework

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AICTE Accredited

All India Council for Technical Education

BA Distance Education Course Syllabus

First Year Courses

  • English Language
  • Telugu / Hindi / Sanskrit
  • Foundation Course
  • Introduction to Computers
  • History and Culture of India up to 1526ย 
  • Micro Economics
  • Concepts, Theories, and Institutions of Politics

Second Year Courses

  • English Language
  • Telugu / Hindi / Sanskrit
  • Environmental Studies
  • History and Culture of India
  • Macro Economics
  • Indian Government and Politics
  • Office Automation Tools

Third Year Courses

  • Foundation Course II
  • History of the Modern World (1453โ€“1945 AD)
  • History & Culture of Andhra Pradesh
  • Indian Economy
  • Public Finance and International Economics
  • Political Thought
  • International Relations / Government and Politics in Andhra Pradesh

Distance Education BA Specialization

Andhra University distance education offers BA with various specializations that allow students to choose one subject according to their interests and future goals. The available specializations are:

  • History
  • Economics
  • Politics
  • Sociology
  • Public Administration
  • Special English
  • Special Telugu

BA Distance Education Fee Structure

The fee structure of the BA degree at AU University is simple, student-friendly, and completely online. AU offers different payment options such as debit card, credit card, net banking, and UPI. These payment methods make the payment process smooth and hassle-free for students.

Distance BA Fee 32,00 Per Year
Examination Fee 600 Per Semester
Supplementary Fee 250 Per Paper
Registration Fee 500

Additional Fees:

Registration Fee: โ‚น500 per subject
Examination Fee: โ‚น300 per subject

Note: EMI options are available for fee payment.

Top 5 Universities for BA Distance Education

UniversitiesCourse Fees
(Semester)
LocationApproval & Accreditation
Lovely Professional University Distanceโ‚น7,500Phagwara, PunjabUGC-DEB, NAAC A++
IGNOUโ‚น4,800/YearMaidan Garhi, New DelhiUGC-DEB, NAAC A++
Mangalayatan Universityโ‚น3,250-4,000Aligarh, Uttar PradeshUGC-DEB, NAAC A+
Suresh Gyan Vihar Universityโ‚น6,000Jaipur, RajasthanUGC-DEB, NAAC A+
Swami Vivekanand Subharti Universityโ‚น6,000Meerut, Uttar PradeshUGC-DEB, NAAC A

Frequently Asked Question

No, distance education does not allow students to complete their BA degree in one year because the standard duration of the BA degree is 3 years.

There are many distance universities that offer a BA program in distance mode, such as Lovely Professional University, IGNOU, Mangalayatan University Distance, and more.

AU offers a BA with specializations in History, Politics, Public Administration, Economics, Special Telugu, Special Tamil, and Sociology.

Yes, distance BA is the best option for working professionals because it allows students to complete their degree from home while balancing their job and other responsibilities.

The choice between distance learning and regular learning depends on students’ needs, budget, time availability, and location. Both degrees are good and hold equal value if pursued from a recognized university.ย 

Yes, after completing the BA degree, students can pursue an LLB, but they must meet the eligibility criteria set by the institution.ย 

Yes, a distance education degree is valid for a lecturer post, but one must obtain it from a recognized university. Apart from this, they must also meet additional requirements, such as qualifying exams like UGC and NET.

No, to be eligible for distance education BA, students must have completed their 10+2 degree from a recognized board.