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260. MPS – Master of Arts (Political Science)
- Master of Arts (Political Science) – MPS
Programme Details
Particulars | Details |
Programme Type | Degree |
Mode of Learning | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Specialization | Political Science |
Medium of Instruction | English and Hindi |
Programme Duration | Minimum Duration: 24 Months |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognised university |
Fee Structure | Rs. 8,000/- per year plus Registration Fee and Development Fee as applicable |
Programme Coordinator
Prof. Satish Kumar
- Email: satishkumar@ignou.ac.in
Course Structure
Core Courses
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
MPS-1 | Political Theory | 8 |
MPS-2 | International Relations: Theory and Problems | 8 |
MPS-3 | India: Democracy and Development | 8 |
MPS-4 | Comparative Politics: Issues and Trends | 8 |
Elective Courses
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
MPSE-001 | India and the World | 4 |
MPSE-002 | State and Society in Latin America | 4 |
MPSE-003 | Western Political Thought | 4 |
MPSE-004 | Social and Political Thought in Modern India | 4 |
MPSE-005 | State and Society in Africa | 4 |
MPSE-006 | Peace and Conflict Studies | 4 |
MPSE-007 | Social Movements and Politics in India | 4 |
MPSE-008 | State Politics in India | 4 |
MPSE-009 | Canada: Politics and Society | 4 |
MPSE-011 | The European Union in World Affairs | 4 |
MPSE-012 | State and Society in Australia | 4 |
MPSE-013 | Australia’s Foreign Policy | 4 |
Interdisciplinary Courses
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
MED-002 | Sustainable Development: Issues and Challenges | 4 |
MED-008 | Globalisation and Environment | 4 |
Total Credits
The programme consists of a total of 64 credits.