BA Political Science
Programme Overview
The new Political Science programme at MIT-WPU is designed to prepare you for success in an AI-driven world by equipping you with essential analytical and critical thinking skills. This programme empowers you to explore diverse career paths while gaining practical experiences that align with your aspirations. Upon graduation, you can seamlessly transition into advanced studies in Political Science, Law, Public Policy, Development Studies, Policy Analysis, Administration, and Media.
At MIT-WPU, you will have access to enriching platforms that allow you to actively engage with societal issues and develop leadership qualities. National events like the National Legislators Conference, Bharat, the Social Leadership Development Programme (SLDP), and the Research, Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship (RIDE) Conference provide invaluable exposure. Within the School of Liberal Arts, you will be encouraged to participate in co-curricular activities such as Model United Nations (MUN), the Young Democrats Club, Mock Parliament, and social outreach initiatives. The programme’s rural, national, and international immersion opportunities further enhance your learning journey, helping you develop a well-rounded global perspective.
Major Tracks
- International Relations
- Comparative Politics
- Geo Politics
- Foreign Policy
- Civil Society and Democracy
Duration & Fees
Duration
4 Years
Applications Open for 2025
Fee Per Year
₹ 1,20,000
Scholarship
| Scholarship for AY 2025-26 | JEE Percentile | MH-CET Percentile |
|---|---|---|
|
Dr. Vishwanath Karad Scholarship |
90 & Above |
85 & Above |
|
MIT-WPU Scholarship I |
88 & Above |
83 & Above |
|
MIT-WPU Scholarship II |
85 & Above |
80 & Above |
Note: Student will have to qualify both the criteria i.e. 10th Aggregate Score and 12th Aggregate Score for availing the scholarship.
Terms & Conditions Apply:
- All Scholarships are awarded on a First Come First Serve basis. All Scholarships are awarded as fee adjustments.
- To continue the scholarship for the entire duration of the programme, a minimum level of the academic score has to be maintained at an 8 CGPA across all semesters, attendance is to be maintained at a minimum of 80 percent and there should be no disciplinary action against the student.
For more detailed information visit our website: https://mitwpu.edu.in/scholarships
Eligibility
Minimum 50% aggregate score in 10+2/Class 12th or in equivalent examination with English subject (at least 45% marks, in case of Reserved Class category candidate belonging to Maharashtra State only)
Or
Minimum 50% aggregate score in 3-year Diploma from any Govt approved Institution or equivalent with English as a subject.
Selection Process
The selection process is based on 12th aggregate marks and a Statement of Purpose (500 words) written by the student for eligible candidates.
Programme Highlights
- Innovative Curriculum : Comprehensive curriculum with specialised minors in Election Studies and Political Economy, offering a broader and deeper understanding of political and economic systems.
- Multifarious Higher Studies Opportunities : Students of Political Science with minor in Election studies and Management/Political Economy at MIT-WPU can graduate to further higher studies either within the Political Science domain or outside, especially in the domain of Law, Public Policy, Development Studies, Financial Management, International Trade, Policy Studies, Administration, and the Media and Communications.
- University Initiatives : Various events at MIT-WPU, especially National Conferences like the National Legislator’s Conference-Bharat, the Social Leadership Development Programme (SLDP), the Research, Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship (RIDE) Conference, the Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad (BCS), National Conference on Media and Journalism (NCMJ), National Teacher’s Conference (NTC), and many more such events provide critical exposure to the students in tackling various problems of society in a confident manner.
- Extra-curricular and Co-curricular Programmes : The Political Science programme within the School of Liberal Arts is very active in terms of extra-curricular and co-curricular programmes such as Model United Nations (MUN), Young Democrats Club, Mock Parliament, Social Outreach activities, etc. In addition, various programmes such as Rural Immersion, National Immersion, and International Immersion are conducted.
- Analytical & Critical Thinking : Analytical & Critical thinking are the benchmark attributes that you will gain by joining this programme at MIT-WPU, Pune.
- Analysis of Society and Politics : The Political Science programmes help students to examine the nature, distribution and dynamics of power – both at the macro level of national and international politics and also at the micro level of the individual, family and community.
- Relevance in Data Driven World : The revamped programme with its focus on Political Economy and Election Studies provides a much needed focus for our students to make sense of the data-driven world in which they live in.
- Contribution to Democracy : Democracy is our biggest selling point as a nation. The Political Science programme equips students to grow and become the biggest votaries of our vibrant democracy both in our country and across the world.
- Multi-dimensional Skills in Writing & Data Analysis : The new programme in Political Science being launched in 2025, will be a window for the students to hone their multi-dimensional skills in writing & data analysis skills that are fundamental to the new AI-dominated world that is emerging.
- Hands on Experience : The internship opportunities that are available through the medium of our programme and School, provide our students with valuable work experience, both at the state and national level.
Programme Structure
| Semester | Course Name/Course Title | Course Type | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
I |
Effective Communication |
University Core |
1 |
|
I |
Critical Thinking |
University Core |
1 |
|
I |
Environment and Sustainability |
University Core |
1 |
|
I |
Foundations of Peace |
University Core |
2 |
|
I |
Yoga - I |
University Core |
1 |
|
I |
SLDP |
University Core |
1 |
|
I |
Understanding Political Theory |
Programme Foundation |
4 |
|
I |
Political Process in India |
Programme Foundation |
2 |
|
I |
Nationalism in India (IKAS II) |
Programme Foundation |
2 |
|
I |
United Nations and Global Conflicts |
Programme Foundation |
3 |
|
I |
Governance : Issues and Challenges |
Programme Foundation |
3 |
| Semester | Course Name/Course Title | Course Type | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
II |
Advanced Excel |
University Core |
1 |
|
II |
Financial Literacy |
University Core |
1 |
|
II |
Yoga - II |
University Core |
1 |
|
II |
Co-creation |
University Core |
1 |
|
II |
Indian Constitution |
University Core |
1 |
|
II |
IKS(General) |
University Core |
2 |
|
II |
Sports |
University Core |
1 |
|
II |
Constitutional Government and Democracy in India |
Programme Foundation |
4 |
|
II |
Political Theory: Concepts and Debates |
Programme Foundation |
4 |
|
II |
Research Methodology |
Programme Foundation |
4 |
| Semester | Course Name/Course Title | Course Type | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
III |
Research Innovation Design Entrepreneurship (RIDE) |
University Core |
1 |
|
III |
Spiritual & Cultural Heritage; Indian Experience |
University Core |
2 |
|
III |
UE - I |
University Electives |
3 |
|
III |
UE-II |
University Electives |
3 |
|
III |
Project Based Learning - I |
Programme Capstone Project/Problem Based Learning/Seminar and Internships |
1 |
|
III |
Introduction to Comparative Politics |
Programme Foundation |
4 |
|
III |
Perspectives on International Relations and World History |
Programme Foundation |
4 |
|
III |
Democracy , Development and Rule of Law |
Programme Major |
4 |
| Semester | Course Name/Course Title | Course Type | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
IV |
UE-III |
University Electives |
3 |
|
IV |
Rural Immersion |
University Core |
1 |
|
IV |
Project Based Learning - II |
Programme Capstone Project/Problem Based Learning/Seminar and Internships |
1 |
|
IV |
Life Transformation Skills |
University Core |
1 |
|
IV |
Western Political Thought |
Programme Major |
4 |
|
IV |
Indian Political Thought |
Programme Major |
4 |
|
IV |
India’s Foreign Policy in a Globalizing World |
Programme Major |
4 |
|
IV |
Introduction to Industrial and Organizational Psychology |
Programme Major |
4 |
|
IV |
Introduction to Comparative Government and Politics |
Programme Major |
4 |
| Semester | Course Name/Course Title | Course Type | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
V |
Managing Conflicts Peacefully: Tools and Techniques |
University Core |
2 |
|
V |
Project Based Learning - III |
Programme Capstone Project/Problem Based Learning/Seminar and Internships |
1 |
|
V |
Programme Elective |
Programme Electives |
4 |
|
V |
Programme Elective |
Programme Electives |
4 |
|
V |
Gender and Politics |
Programme Major |
4 |
|
V |
Perspectives on Public Administration |
Programme Major |
4 |
|
V |
Political Geography |
Programme Major |
3 |
| Semester | Course Name/Course Title | Course Type | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
VI |
Project Based Learning - IV |
Programme Capstone Project/Problem Based Learning/Seminar and Internships |
1 |
|
VI |
National Academic Immersion |
University Core |
2 |
|
VI |
Programme Elective |
Programme Electives |
4 |
|
VI |
Programme Elective |
Programme Electives |
4 |
|
VI |
West Asia Study |
Programme Major |
4 |
|
VI |
Understanding South Asia |
Programme Major |
3 |
|
VI |
Border And Security Studies |
Programme Major |
3 |
| Semester | Course Name/Course Title | Course Type | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
VII |
Human Rights in Comparative Perspectives |
Programme Major |
4 |
|
VII |
International Political Economy |
Programme Major |
3 |
|
VII |
Qualitative Research Methods |
Programme Capstone Project/Problem Based Learning/Seminar and Internships |
4 |
|
VII |
Quantitative Research Methods |
Programme Capstone Project/Problem Based Learning/Seminar and Internships |
4 |
|
VII |
Data Analytics |
Programme Capstone Project/Problem Based Learning/Seminar and Internships |
4 |
| Semester | Course Name/Course Title | Course Type | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
VIII |
Dissertation / Internship |
Programme Capstone Project/Problem Based Learning/Seminar and Internships |
12 |
|
VIII |
MOOC |
Programme Capstone Project/Problem Based Learning/Seminar and Internships |
4 |
| Semester | Course Name/Course Title | Course Type | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
V |
African Studies |
Programme Elective - I |
4 |
|
V |
Central Asia studies |
Programme Elective - I |
4 |
|
V |
Indo-Pacific Studies |
Programme Elective - I |
4 |
|
V |
Defence and National Security studies |
Programme Elective - II |
4 |
|
V |
International Security Studies |
Programme Elective - II |
4 |
|
V |
International Law and Organisation |
Programme Elective - II |
4 |
|
VI |
Peace and Conflict studies |
Programme Elective - III |
4 |
|
VI |
Theory and Practice of Diplomacy |
Programme Elective - III |
4 |
|
VI |
Nuclear Deterrence |
Programme Elective - III |
4 |
|
VI |
Public Policy studies |
Programme Elective - IV |
4 |
|
VI |
International Political Economy |
Programme Elective - IV |
4 |
|
VI |
Electoral Studies |
Programme Elective - IV |
4 |
Career Prospects
Academicians & Policy Makers
Budget Analysts
Community relation coordinator
Competitive Civil Service Exams
Content/BlogWriters
Entrepreneurs
Financial Management & Advising
International Trade Specialist
Journalist & PR Managers
Legislative Assistants to MPs/MLAs
Management Professionals
Media Researcher
Policy Analyst and Advisors
Political Consultants/Psephologists
Political Strategists
Programme Managers
Protocol Assistants
Research Assistants
Programme Outcomes
- Develop the ability to acquire, synthesize, and critically evaluate scholarly arguments while examining their underlying assumptions.
- Cultivate problem-solving skills by identifying issues, generating potential solutions, assessing alternatives, and implementing chosen strategies.
- Master effective communication skills in listening, reading comprehension, articulation of thoughts, and writing across various mediums in English and regional languages.
- Demonstrate social consciousness and an informed perspective on societal issues while advocating for sustainable development practices.
- Commit to scientific inquiry and reasoning that fosters the creation of new knowledge through research initiatives.
Placements & Recruiters
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FAQs
The BA in Political Science is offered as a full-time programme featuring classroom-based learning supplemented by practical experiences.
Yes, MIT-WPU provides various scholarships based on merit and need to support deserving students.
Certainly! Graduates can pursue master's degrees or professional courses such as law school or public administration.
Students can access internships with NGOs, government agencies, think tanks, and media organizations that offer valuable hands-on experience.
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