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M.A. (Politics)
Master of Arts in Politics
| Duration: | 2 Years |
| Level: | Post Graduation |
| Type: | Degree |
| Eligibility: | Graduation |
Master of Arts in Politics or M.A. (Politics) is two year full time post graduate programe. The programme aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the field of Politics, offering students a broad range of modules by which to achieve this end. The course will provide you with a firm grounding in political analysis and a critical insight into the real politics behind the headlines. You will gain first-hand experience of participation in a community of research-active scholars and you will develop outstanding skills in research, team-working and presentation.
Master of Arts in Politics Eligibility
- Bachelor's degree under 10+2+3 pattern of education in any discipline with atleast 50% marks.
- Some reputed colleges and institutes do conduct entrance examination to get admission to their M.A. (Politics) degree course.
Master of Arts in Politics Syllabus
The below mentioned syllabus is provided by the University of Pune, Pune
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Part I |
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Compulsory Papers |
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Political Theory (Revised) |
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Public Administration (Revised) |
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Theory of International Politics (Revised) |
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Part II |
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Political Sociology (Revised) |
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Comparative Politics and Government (Revised) |
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Constitutional and Political Process in India (Revised) |
Please note that student shall have to offer any One of the optional papers out of sub-groups I to VI for each year.
Optional Papers
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Sub Group I |
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Major Thinkers in the West |
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Political Thought in India |
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Contemporary Political Thinkers |
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OR Marxism after Marx |
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Political Thought in Maharashtra (Revised) |
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Political Thought of Mahatma Gandhi |
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Political Thought of Dr. Ambedkar |
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Sub Group II |
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Indian Administration |
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Development Administration in India |
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Personnel and Financial Administration |
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Women and Development |
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Rural Development Administration in Maharashtra |
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Local Self Government |
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Advanced Administrative Theory. |
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Sub Group III |
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International Organisation (Revised) |
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Foreign Policies of China and Pakistan |
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Foreign Policy of the U.S.A. |
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India’s Foreign Policy |
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International Law |
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Peace and Conflict Studies |
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Sub Group IV |
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Politics of Development and Underdevelopment |
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Marxist Political Sociology |
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Political Sociology of Marx Weber |
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Political Movements in Maharashtra |
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Dalit Movement |
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Sub Group V |
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Political Process in the U.S.A. |
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Political Process in the Soviet Union |
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Political Process in China |
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Political Process in South Asia |
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Sub Group VI |
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Indian National Movement (Revised) |
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State Politics in India |
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Party System in India |
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Political Process in Maharashtra |
Master of Arts in Politics Colleges/Universities
- University of Pune
- Andhra University
- Jawaharlal Nehru University
- Sir C.R. Reddy College (Autonomous)
- Central University of Gujarat (CUG)
- Alphonsa College
- Calicut University/University of Calicut
- Kerala University / University of Kerala
- Mahatma Gandhi University – Kerala
- University of Mumbai
- Shri Shiv Chhatrapati College of Arts, Science & Commerce
- Pondicherry University
Suitability of Master of Arts in Politics Course
The course provides an excellent grounding for those seeking to launch careers in a range of related areas such as media, civil service, NGOs, trade unions and academia. It is also ideally suited to students wishing to develop the skills necessary to pursue a Ph.D in Politics.
How is Master of Arts in Politics Beneficial?
- Beneficial to know about grounding in political analysis, a critical insight into the real politics behind the headlines, a personalised programme of study that allows in-depth specialization, a broad range of modules.
- Degree serves as a basis for further higher studies in this field such as Ph.D. and M.Phil
Master of Arts in Politics Job Types
- Public Finance Accountant
- Production Assistant
- Chartered Accountant
- Army Officer
- Administrator
- Property Negotiator
- Researcher
- Media Planner
- Personnel Consultant
- Journalist
- PR Executive
- Educational Assistant
- Account Executive
- Marketing Assistant
- Headhunter
- Communications Officer
- Investment Analyst
- Sales Executive
- Housing Development Officer
- TV Runner
Master of Arts in Politics Employment Areas
- Civil Service
- Health Services
- Local Government
- FE and HE Institutions
- Industry – public utilities, transport, communications
- Commerce – banking, law, accountancy
- Political and charitable organisations
- Media
- Entertainment and leisure
Master of Arts in Politics Related Courses
- M.Phill (Politics)
- Ph.D. (Politics)
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B.A. (Political Science)
B.A. (Politics)
M.A. (Intellectual Property Rights)
M.A. (International Relations and Political Science)
M.A. (Local Governance)
M.A. (Political Science and Public Administration)
M.A. (Political Science)
M.A. (Public Policy)
M.Phil. (International Politics)
M.Phil. (International Relations and Political Science)
M.Phil. (Political Science)
M.Phil. (Politics)
Ph.D. (International Politics)
Ph.D. (Political Science)
Ph.D. (Politics)
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