OVERVIEW
Our B.A. (Hons. with Research) Political Science programme apart is the commitment to nurturing independent research capabilities. Students are encouraged to actively engage in research projects, collaborate with faculty on groundbreaking studies, and present their findings at national and international conferences. Whether your aspiration is to become a political analyst, diplomat, policymaker, or academic scholar, this programme equips you with the knowledge, research skills, and intellectual acumen needed to excel.
Programme Highlights
Exploring the Foundations of
Political Excellence
We have meticulously crafted a curriculum that reflects the ever-evolving political landscapes our graduates will engage with. The programme structure seamlessly integrates core political theories and contemporary research methodologies, ensuring a comprehensive and forward-thinking educational experience. This fusion of academic rigor and research-driven learning guarantees a holistic understanding of political science, governance, and the ability to contribute to the advancement of political knowledge.
Programme Structure
- Constitutional Government and Democracy in India​​
- Introduction to Political Theory-I
- International Relations – Overview, Concepts, and Challenges
- Minor-I
- New Age Life Skills-I
- Microsoft Excel-Refresher to Advanced
- Value-Added Course
- Nationalism in India
- Comparative Government and Politics
- Minor-III
- New Age Life Skills-III
- Open Elective
- Value-Added Course
- Evaluation of Summer Internship
- Indian Political Thought
- Public Administration-Concepts and Debates
- Your Laws, Your Rights
- Minor-V
- Gandhian Philosophy in the Contemporary World
- Entrepreneurship
- Evaluation of Summer Internship
Connecting Talent to Dream Careers
At KRMU, we take great pride in fostering collaborations with a distinguished range of organizations and institutions. Our partnerships with HCL, CPA Global, Oyo, Paytm, Magic Meters, and News actively participate in our campus recruitment initiatives for the B.A. (Hons. with Research) Political Science programme. These collaborations offer invaluable opportunities for our students to connect with potential employers and embark on their journeys toward impactful careers in the field of political research and governance.
Career Options
Our B.A. (Hons. with Research) Political Science programme paves the way for a diverse range of exciting career opportunities in the realm of politics, governance, and international affairs. Graduates from this programme are well-prepared with the knowledge and research acumen to excel in various dynamic fields. Below, we highlight five key career paths, while acknowledging that there are numerous other impactful opportunities available:
Programme
Outcomes
Disciplinary knowledge
Foundational knowledge of Political Science and a thorough grasp of the theoretical and applied aspects of the discipline.
01
Communication Skills
Ability to express thoughts and ideas effectively in writing and orally, the ability to listen carefully, and present complex information in a clear and concise manner to people from diverse backgrounds in diverse contexts.
02
Multicultural competence
An awareness pertaining to the values and beliefs of multiple cultures and identities; to augment oneself to effectively engage in a multicultural society and interact in a receptive and open- minded approach with diverse communities and groups.
03
Reflective thinking
Critical sensibility to lived experiences, and an awareness of how one’s position as a researcher/investigator shapes and impacts the knowledge one produces.
04
Policy Making
Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and understanding the relationship between policies and its implications on society.
05
Research-related skills
A sense of inquiry and a capacity for asking relevant and appropriate questions and for problematizing and the ability to plan, design, and execute research and investigations and concisely report the results thereof.
06
Critical thinking
Capacity to evaluate evidence, arguments, claims, and beliefs with independence and originality, and to assess practices, policies and theories unhindered by the influence of schools of thought considered trendy or fashionable.
07
To cultivate a comprehensive knowledge of political events, processes, and developments, and to acquaint with the basic normative and contemporary concepts and ideas of Political Science and Theory; to assess the contribution of key Indian and Western political thinkers, theories and their relevance to contemporary times.
01
To familiarise with the legal and philosophical framework of the political system in India, and simultaneously study in detail the political structure both Constitutional and Administrative including Public and Local Administration.
02
To provide comprehensive introduction to the most important multilateral political organisation in ‘International Relations’ along with the various issues in recent (and in past) world politics viz, human rights, environmental issues, climate change, foreign policies and so on.
03
To learn how to study the major political systems of the world by adopting a comparative and contemporary approach. Furthermore, to understand the contemporary issues of gender power relations, roles in private and public spaces.
04
To enhance their analytical skills, critical thinking, so that students will critically evaluate political events, evidence, theories, and interpretations, enabling them to discern biases, assess source reliability, and construct wellreasoned arguments.
05
To encourage critical thinking, students will engage with contemporary debates, challenge conventional narratives, and develop nuanced perspectives by analysing societal issues, problems from multiple angles and evaluating different interpretations.
06
To foster research proficiency, students will learn to conduct independent investigations using primary and secondary sources, employing diverse methodologies and utilising appropriate tools and technologies for research inquiry, in accordance with the subject.
07
To promote effective communication and presentation skills, students will learn to articulate complex the subject ideas (‘politics’) and arguments through well-structured essays, reports, and presentations, tailored to diverse audiences.
08
To instill ethical awareness, students will develop a thoughtful understanding of societal bias, cultural diversity, and the ethical responsibilities of a political scientist, recognising the impact and implications of historical research on contemporary society.
09
To instil in student-teachers a commitment to professional ethics and values, and to prepare them to be responsible and ethical educators.
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Additionally, to equip student-teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, and to effectively manage classroom behaviour.
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To foster in student-teachers an appreciation for equity, justice, gender equality, subaltern studies, intersectionality, diversity, marginalised communities’ rights and entitlements, and multiculturalism.
12
Understanding of the subject in the domain of political theory and philosophy, Indian politics, comparative politics, public administration and international politics.
01
Comprehensive and interdisciplinary knowledge by emphasizing interlinkages between various political, economic and social issues and challenges.
02
Generation of socially-informed knowledge and cater to the educational upliftment of marginalized communities making them alert to instances of discrimination and deprivation; difference and diversity.
03
Training in theoretically rich and empirically grounded knowledge and inculcation of problem-solving techniques.
04
Development of the overall personality of students as critical thinkers and researchers and scholars.
05
Inculcation of the values of tolerance, progressiveness and fraternity that contributes towards the making of a healthy and prosperous society.
06
Development of adequate skills in academic writing which includes writing logically and coherently on societal issues.
07
Equipping students on how to transit from the level of policy to the practice of politics and vice versa.
08
Extensive understanding of International Relations and Global Politics.
09
Learning about the concepts of organisation and management and their application relevant to unravelling the intricacies of large public organizations and corporate bodies.
10
Gaining employment and engagement in diverse sectors such as academics, journalism, law, social work, government agencies and research organisations, human resource development, management, and marketing bureaucracy.
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Financial Assistance
K.R. Mangalam University partnered with the leading banks to help you to finance your dream course through Education Loan. You only have to start repaying one year after finishing your course or six months after you get a job.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Commence Your Journey
in 6 Simple Steps
Complete payment and submit
Pay the required Application Fee
Take an entrance test
K.R. Mangalam University Entrance Examination (KREE)
Appear for interaction
Attend our Faculty-Led Interview.
Get the admission offer
You will receive the offer letter after the successful interaction
Get Enroled
Be prepared to embark on your journey