About the Course – Political Studies

Political science is a study of the systems of governance, as well as the analysis of political activities, political thoughts and political behavior. It also explores the theory and practice of politics. It fosters an understanding of the inner workings of political parties and powers. Political science is the art of understanding how politics works. Political science degrees holders help in shaping the contemporary world, and they understand how political ideologies originate. Studying political environment and culture is crucial to understanding and leading change in global, national, and local settings.

This program will help you develop your research and analytical skills so that you can engage in social and political inquiry. You will be able to identify not only how politics works, but how it ought to work. In Political Studies, you will also get to learn about globalization, security and terrorism, contemporary protest movements and current debates on civil society and democratic theory. Political Studies and International Relation Studies provide access to careers in foreign affairs, diplomacy, the media, the trade union movement and government and non-government sectors.

Career Prospect

Students of Political Studies are provided with the skills to work as problem-solving, negotiation, cross-cultural understanding and international relations to tackle future global challenges. This major includes the study of democracy, identity, gender, the media, terrorism, policy-making, international conflict and cooperation, and the many faces of power including how it is exercised and contested. A political degree opens doors to a broad range of careers, including political work, social and political research, journalism, HR and marketing.

Career Opportunity

• Civil Service Fast Streamer
• Government social research officer
• Policy officer
• Political risk analyst
• Politician’s assistant
• Public affairs consultant
• Public relations account executive
• Social researcher

Course Available by Providers

The courses are generally provided at Diploma, Bachelor and Masters.

COURSES UNDER HUMANITIES, SOCIAL SCIENCE AND EDUCATION