RM I: Introduction to Research is a foundational course designed to introduce students to the principles and practices of research in multidiclinary perspectives i.e. the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. The course familiarizes learners with the research philosphy and process, beginning from identifying research problems,reviewing literature, formulating research questions and objectives, hypotheses. It covers both quantitative and qualitative approaches, while emphasizing ethical considerations in research. Students are also trained in research proposal writing and the use of standard academic citation style such as APA and MLA. Overall, the course prepares students for advanced research methodology courses by building essential conceptual and practical skills.
Explorations in Natural Sciences introduces students to an integrated understanding of the natural world through concepts drawn from physics, chemistry, biology, and systems science. The course emphasizes the scientific method, evidence-based reasoning, and the development of scientific temper through hands-on investigations and discussion. Using themes such as colour, music, DNA, materials, and complex systems, students explore how scientific models explain natural phenomena across scales. By linking ideas from multiple disciplines and examining the relationship between science and society, the course fosters curiosity, critical inquiry, and an appreciation of how imagination and reasoning drive scientific discovery.
Quantitative Reasoning I: Mathematics and Statistics introduces students to fundamental mathematical and statistical concepts essential for analytical thinking and everyday decision-making. The course emphasizes proportional reasoning, equations, commercial mathematics, and data interpretation, enabling students to work confidently with numbers in real-life contexts. Students learn key statistical tools such as measures of central tendency and dispersion, correlation, probability, and curve-fitting to analyze and interpret data. By integrating mathematical reasoning with practical applications in finance, management, and social contexts, the course develops logical, critical, and quantitative reasoning skills necessary for academic, professional, and civic life.
Rhetoric and Critical Writing is a skill-based course that develops students’ abilities in critical thinking, reading, and effective written communication. The course introduces key theories and practices of critical reasoning and rhetoric, enabling students to analyze texts, arguments, and ideas with clarity and precision. Emphasis is placed on the mechanics, structure, and processes of effective and academic writing, including organization, argument development, referencing, and plagiarism awareness. Through continuous practice, feedback, and discussion, students learn to communicate ideas persuasively and responsibly across academic contexts, strengthening their analytical, interpretive, and expressive skills.
Understanding India: What is India? Unraveling the Mystery explores the complex and layered identity of India through an interdisciplinary approach combining history, archaeology, literature, and cultural studies. The course examines how India has perceived itself across time, how its identity was shaped by imperialism, nationalism, and post-1990 reinterpretations, and how diverse peoples and traditions contributed to its cultural fabric. Key themes include the epics Ramayana and Mahabharata, the historical interaction between Islam and India, and socio-economic structures such as caste, tribe, and gender. Through critical discussion and evidence-based inquiry, students gain a nuanced understanding of India’s diversity, continuity, and evolving national identity.
