B.A. (Hons) Political Science

The B.A. (Hons.) Political Science programme at JSIA is a four-year course open to students who have successfully completed their Class XII or equivalent. It focuses on Indian as well as global political perspectives, offering a comprehensive understanding of states and institutions, political behaviour and communication, public opinion and voting, and regional issues in national politics, among other subjects. The course is designed to equip students with critical thinking and communication skills, and offers experiential learning opportunities, including internships, research collaborations, and language learning.

The course curriculum is spread across eight semesters, with mandatory industry internships in the first five semesters, and a range of electives on international, comparative, and regional politics. The curriculum includes core courses from related disciplines like economics, history, and philosophy, and advanced research electives that offer methodological training in research skills used by practitioners as well as academics. The programme also offers language learning and the option to develop a regional or topical area of specialisation in the third year with faculty guidance.

JSIA also offers minors programmes in collaboration with JSBF and JSAA, with courses ranging from entrepreneurship to urban and community studies. Students must have a consistently high academic standing and be enrolled in full-time BA or MA programmes to be eligible for these programmes.

* Students can apply for Dual degree from semester 5 or Semester Exchange in Semester 5 or 6

* Students can opt for an Independent Research Study of 4 credits in Year 4

Credit Summary for BA [Hons.] Political Science [4 Years]

Details of Programme for Mandatory Courses

Elective Courses

JSIA Elective Policy

• BAPS students are offered elective courses from their second semester of
• Elective courses are categorized into:

1. General Electives: They are cross elective courses offered by other JGU These courses are interdisciplinary in nature.
2. Specialized Electives: Offered by JSIA (as school elective or cross elective). They are grouped into five main clusters:
   1. Peace and Conflict Studies
   2. Economics and Foreign Policy
   3. Defence and National Security Studies
   4. Human Rights and International Development
   5. Global South Studies

• Students can select three electives worth 12 credits from one cluster to specialize in a given
• The three cluster elective courses can be taken in one semester or may be spread over two or more

Guidelines and Rules for Electives

1. Students can take a maximum of 51 credits outside JSIA in case they choose to opt for other school’s cross elective which is 25% of the minimum credit requirement for graduation (206 credits).
2. External JSIA Credits exceeding 25% will imply the approval of the Dean of the School and Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs for Undergraduate
3. The removal of an elective with an (F) grade is possible only after the final semester if the student is fulfilling the mandatory credit requirement of 206

B.A. (Hons.) with Research in Political Science Programme Structure

Students with 7.0 CGPA have the option of taking the research pathway in the fourth year and get awarded B.A. (Hons.) with Research in Political Science degree.

* Students can opt for an Independent Research Study of 4 credits in Year 4.

Credit Summary for BA [Hons.] with Research in Political Science [4 Years]

Details of Mandatory Courses in the Year 4 of the for BA [Hons.] with Research in Political Science

The B.A. (Hons.) Political Science programme at Jindal School of International Affairs prepares students for a variety of meaningful careers. With a focus on exposure and practical elements of politics, students who wish to pursue careers in active national politics, new domains of politics, or international organizations will find this programme to be one of the best globally. The degree emphasizes teaching students how to read, think, and write on national politics and global issues, which is fundamental to any professional path they pursue.

Political Science is a versatile social science degree that can lead to various career paths. Students who pursue this degree at JSIA will gain valuable analytical, communication, and research skills. They will be equipped to pursue careers in civil service and bureaucracy, political leadership, political consultancies and parties, embassies and high commissions, news media, NGOs, IGOs, public relations firms, risk analysts, think tanks, activist and advocacy groups, as well as higher studies and academia.

Graduates with a degree in Political Science from JSIA will not only learn about politics and government but also develop skills that are highly sought after in various industries. They will have the ability to analyze complex information, articulate their thoughts in writing and verbally, and conduct research to support their arguments. These skills will enable them to pursue successful careers in the public and private sectors, as well as in academia.

JSIA-JSBF Minors Programmes

Jindal School of International Affairs (JSIA) and Jindal School of Business and Finance (JSBF), have launched a minor programme of 24 credits for JSIA students.

JSBF is offering two minor programmes to JSIA students: (1) Business and Finance and (2) Entrepreneurship.

I. Business and Finance Minor programme
The minor programme in the Banking and Finance trackway for JSIA students is composed of core courses of 16 credits and electives of 8 credits with a total of 24 credits as follows:

II. Entrepreneurship Minor programme

The minor programme in the Entrepreneurship trackway for JSIA students is composed of core courses of 16 credits and electives of 8 credits with a total of 24 credits as follows:

Students Selection Criteria

1. Students must be full-time enrolled in the four-year UG programs of JSIA. The students can start the minor program from semester three (III) onwards.
2. Must have consistently achieved a high standard of academic standing of 6.0 GPA
3. The applicant must not have any judgment against them in either the DC/UMC/SHC

Guidelines and Regulation

• Before opting for any course, students must read the course manual and consult the course instructor.
• In case of any doubt, students can approach JSBF Academic Affairs for advice.
• Please note that some of the courses listed in the minor programme may be added or deleted, and the students shall be informed about it before the start of the semester.

JSIA-JSAA Minor in Urban and Community Studies

Jindal School of International Affairs (JSIA) and Jindal School of Art and Architecture (JSAA) have launched minor programme of 24 credits for JSIA students.

The minor programme in the “Urban-Community Studies” trackway is composed of five- core courses with a total of 25 credits as follows:

Selection Criteria

1. Students must be full-time enrolled in the four-year UG programs of JSIA. The students can start the minor program from semester three (III) onwards.
2. Students must have consistently achieved a high standard of academic standing of 6.0 GPA.
3. The applicant must not have any judgment against them in either the DC/UMC/SHC.

Guidelines and Regulation

• Before opting for any course, students must read the course manual and consult the course instructor.
• In case of any doubt, students can approach JSAA Academic Affairs for advice.
• Please note that some of the courses listed in the minor programme may be added or deleted, and the students shall be informed about it before the start of the semester.