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MA in Political Science

Governance for the Greater Good — from Panchayati Raj to parliamentary democracy

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Duration2 Years (4 Semesters)

ModeFull-time

Seats60

AffiliationMGKVP

Programme Overview

Master's programme in Political Science covering political theory, comparative politics, international relations, Indian government and politics, and public administration.

The Master of Arts in Political Science at BITE is a two-year programme across four semesters, designed for students serious about political theory, governance, public administration, and international relations. Affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, the curriculum covers Western political thought from Plato to Rawls, Indian political thought from Kautilya to Ambedkar, the Indian Constitution and federal governance, comparative politics, international relations, public administration, political sociology, and research methodology. BITE encourages a live debate and MUN (Model United Nations) culture — students represent BITE at inter-college MUNs across Uttar Pradesh, and the department hosts an annual parliamentary debate competition. The programme's greatest long-term value is for UPSC/UPPSC aspirants: Political Science and International Relations is a high-scoring optional, and the full optional syllabus is covered within the MA curriculum. Faculty offer targeted civil-services coaching during the final year. 60 sanctioned seats per year; applicants with BA Political Science, History, Public Administration, or International Relations (50% aggregate minimum) are eligible. Graduates progress to Ph.D. research, UGC-NET/JRF Assistant Professor roles, civil services (UPSC, UPPSC), political journalism, think-tank research (Observer Research Foundation, IDSA, CSEP), NGO policy analysis, public-affairs consultancy, legislative-assistant roles, and teaching (PGT after B.Ed).

Constitutional StudiesComparative PoliticsNET/JRF PrepMUN & Debate Culture

Syllabus Highlights

Semester I — Compulsory · 500 marks

•MPS 101 · Ancient & Medieval Western Political Thought (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 102 · Theory of International Relations (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 103 · Comparative Politics: Concepts & Theories (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 104 · Indian Political System (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 105 · Critical & Applied Political Theory (Theory · 4 cr)

Semester II — Compulsory + Optional

•MPS 201 · Early Modern Political Thought (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 202 · Indian Political Thought (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 203 · Principles of Public Administration (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 204 · Research Methodology (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 205 · Optional — International Relations (A) / State Politics in India (B) / Regions of Indo-Pacific (C)

Semester III — Compulsory + Optional + Project

•MPS 301 · Contemporary Political Theory (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 302 · Political Tradition & Recent Debates (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 303 · Governance & Public Policy in India (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 304 · Optional — India's Foreign Policy (A) / Federal System (B) / South Asia Region (C)
•MPS 305 · Research Project — Report (Project · 4 cr)

Semester IV — Group specialisations + Project

•MPS 401 · Feminist Political Theory (Theory · 4 cr)
•MPS 402 · Group A (International Relations) — International Law / International Organization / Conflict & Peace Resolution
•MPS 403 · Group B (Indian Govt & Politics) — State Politics UP / Social & Political Movements / Regional Disputes
•MPS 404 · Group C (Asian Studies) — West Asia / Security in West Asia / India in Regional Frameworks
•MPS 405 · Research Project — Report (Project · 4 cr)

Topical overview only. Refer to MGKVP's authoritative syllabus for the complete course structure and credit details.

Eligibility

BA with Political Science (or equivalent) from a recognized university
Minimum 50% aggregate

Career Pathways

Ph.D. in Political Science at MGKVP, BHU, JNU, DU
UGC-NET / JRF-qualified Assistant Professor
Civil services — UPSC (CSE, IFS), UPPSC (PCS)
Political journalism (print, digital, broadcast)
Think-tank researcher (ORF, IDSA, CSEP, Gateway House)
NGO policy analyst and advocacy roles
Public-affairs and government-relations consulting
Legislative assistant to Members of Parliament
Teaching — PGT Political Science after B.Ed

Scholarships Available

₹UP State Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General categories)
₹National Scholarship Portal (central schemes)
₹BITE Merit Scholarship — applicants scoring 60%+ in the qualifying exam
₹BITE Need-Based Aid — up to 20% fee concession, subject to PET approval

Eligibility for each scheme depends on category, income, and merit criteria. Visit scholarships for application details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the MA Political Science curriculum cover?

Western political thought (Plato to Rawls), Indian political thought (Kautilya to Ambedkar), Indian Constitution and governance, comparative politics, international relations, public administration, political sociology, and research methodology.

Is MA Political Science useful for UPSC/UPPSC preparation?

Yes, significantly. Political Science and International Relations is a high-scoring UPSC/UPPSC optional. BITE's curriculum covers the full optional syllabus; faculty offer targeted civil-services coaching during the final year.

Does BITE organise Model UN or debate activities?

Yes. A MUN and debate culture is actively encouraged — students represent BITE at inter-college MUNs across Uttar Pradesh. The department also hosts its own annual parliamentary debate competition.

What careers open up after MA Political Science?

Ph.D. in Political Science, UGC-NET/JRF Assistant Professor, civil services (UPSC, UPPSC), journalism (political desk), think-tank researcher, NGO policy analyst, public-affairs consultancy, legislative assistant roles, teaching (PGT after B.Ed).

What is the eligibility?

Bachelor's degree with Political Science as a major/honours subject from a recognized university with minimum 50% aggregate. Students with BA in History, Public Administration, or International Relations are also considered.

How is the programme structured?

Four semesters: Semester 1 covers political theory foundations, Semester 2 focuses on Indian government, Semester 3 covers comparative politics and international relations, Semester 4 includes public administration, research methodology, and dissertation.

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Programme Overview

Master's programme in Political Science covering political theory, comparative politics, international relations, Indian government and politics, and public administration.

Constitutional StudiesComparative PoliticsNET/JRF PrepMUN & Debate Culture