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Online BA in Political Science

DURATION

36 months
15-20 hours/week

FEE

INR 1,75,000 (Course Fee)
INR 12,750 (Per Sem)

EMI Start

INR 2,083/month*

WORK EXPERIENCE

No Experience required

Sikkim Manipal University BA in Political Science

If an individual feels intrigued by the global political landscape and wants to understand the nitty-gritty of the political economy, and international relations, then a career in Political Science might be well suited for them. This online BA in Political Science provides an in-depth understanding of political systems, processes, theories, and policies. Through this 100% online program, learners will study key subjects like India’s foreign policy, classical Indian political thought, gender and politics, theories of international relations, and more.  Students will become future-ready professionals and pursue high-paying job roles in civil services, law, political agencies, journalism, and public relations.

The study of political science is an ideal choice for students keen on understanding and evaluating the functions of politics, society and the government. BA in Political Science focuses on various aspects of human society including politics and government, war and society, economics, intellectual life, and sexuality. The study of political science is an ideal choice for students keen on understanding and evaluating the functions of politics, society and the government.

After completing the Sikkim Manipal University BA in Political Science, the learners will

  • Able to gain a deep understanding of political systems, theories, and practices and equip yourself to be a hands-on, day-one-job-ready professional through this online BA.
  • Get an extensive knowledge of political systems, theories, and practices through a comprehensive curriculum that will help you excel in your chosen career path.
  • Acquire key skills like critical thinking, analysis, research, and decision-making skills by learning to analyze political events, policies, and arguments that will enable you to make informed judgments.
  • Able to establish valuable connections with professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and gain industry insights that can be invaluable while navigating the competitive job market.
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Program Benefits

 Get an extensive knowledge of political systems, theories and practices through a comprehensive curriculum that will help you excel in your chosen career path.

Deep understanding of political systems

Students will gain a deep understanding of political systems, theories and practices and equip themselves to be a hands-on, day-one-job-ready professional through this online BA.

Gain analytical & decision making skills 

Acquire key skills like critical thinking, research, analysis and decision making skills by learning to analyze political events, policies, and arguments that will enable you to make informed judgments.

Robust alumni network

Students will establish valuable connections with professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and gain industry insights that can be invaluable while navigating the competitive job market and get access to Sikkim Manipal University’s prestigious alumni network.

Fully online experience

Benefit from a 100% online experience with zero compromise on quality through online enrollment, orientation, classes, assignments, projects, examinations, and placement. Students get assistance from dedicated course mentors and 24×7 student support.

Program Curriculum

36months | 6 semesters | 15-20 hours/week

Ist Semester
  • Foundations of Political Science
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • Indian English Literature
  • Communicative English
  • Natural Science
2nd Semester
  • Political Theory
  • Sociology in India
  • World Literature
  • Functional English
  • Environmental Science
3rd Semester
  • Comparative Political Analysis
  • Rural Sociology
  • Essays and Poetry
  • Universal Human Values
  • Digital Fluency
4th Semester
  • Classical Indian Political Thought
  • Theories of International Relations
  • Political Economy
  • Urban Sociology
  • New Literature in English
5th Semester
  • Political Processes in India
  • India’s Foreign Policy in a Globalized World
  • Human Rights
  • Social Problems in India
  • Children’s Literature
6th Semester
  • United Nations and Global Conflicts
  • Public Policy and Administration in India
  • Gender and Politics
  • Sociology of Change and Development
  • American Literature

Fee & scholarships​

Access convenient financing choices: Our zero-cost EMIs ensure your focus remains on learning, eliminating the financial stress.  

Secure appealing scholarships: tailored for defence personnel, individuals with different abilities, SMU alumni, and students from Sikkim and other Northeast regions of India.

Indian Students

Full Course Fee

INR 75,000

Each Semester

INR 12,500

EMI Starting

INR 2,083/month*

 

Other Country

Full Course Fee

USD 930

Each Semester

USD 155

 

Admission Process of Sikkim Manipal University BA in Political Science

  • Choose a program & register by filling in your basic details & paying the registration fee.
  • Candidates need to fill in their educational & work experience related details.
  • Candidates need to pay the admission fee for the first semester/ year or full payment.
  • Candidates need to upload supporting documents & submit your application to complete the process. 
  • After the application is submitted, it is reviewed by Manipal University and the status of your application will be communicated to you via SMS, phone, and Email.
  • Documents required :
    • 10th Marksheet/Certificate
    • 12th Marksheet/Certificate
    • Degree Marksheet (All semesters)
    • Degree Certificate
    • Photo ID proof (Aadhar/PAN/DL)
    • 1 stamp photograph
    • Signature

Avail easy financing options

With our no-cost EMIs, we let your learning take the
spotlight without the stress of financing.

Get attractive scholarships

Exclusive scholarships designed for defense
personnel, government employees, differently-abled
people & meritorious students.

Job roles to explore

They serve and implement the policies regulated by the government.

They typically advise and represent clients in criminal or civil proceedings and in other legal matters

They study how political systems originate, develop, and operate. 

They oversee campaigns for ballot measures and candidates.

They are responsible for examining the efficacy of existing policies and laying out the groundwork for new programs and legislation to meet objectives and goals.

An individual who collects/gathers information in the form of text, audio, or pictures, processes it into a news-worthy form, and disseminates it to the public.

They study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. 

They create and maintain a positive public image for the individuals, groups, or organizations they represent.

They provide various support services to lawmakers.

They conduct research, develop policy, and implement and administer programs in international aid and international development.

 

Eligibility Criteria for Indian students

Educational qualification Educational qualification: Candidates must have completed 10+2 from a recognized national or state board institution or 10+3 diploma from a recognized national or state institute

Grades Grades: Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks 

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