M.A. Colleges in Varanasi

It's simple. An MA is a 2-year PG degree course divided into 4 semesters. The first two semesters are based on theory. The last two semesters are mostly about projects, dissertations, and internships. 

This course is a blend of theory and practical knowledge, so that you can apply what you read in the real world, gain experience, and expertise. 

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MA Courses

MA History is a two year course and there are two semesters in each year. The course has a wide scope. In MA History you would be studying about ancient, medieval and modern societies.

MA History First Year Syllabus
Ancient and Medieval Societies	Modern World
Political Structures in India	History of Indian Economy
MA History Second Year Syllabus
Historiography	Evolution of Social Structures in India
Indian National Movement	Western Political Thought (From Plato to Marx)

The MA course duration in Political Science curriculum is organised into four semesters. MA subject list of Political Science covers topics like political theory, critical analysis, philosophy, and ethics, as well as a wide range of electives such as Themes in Citizenship, The Modern State in Comparative Perspective, Critical Traditions in Political Theory, and so on.

MA Political Science Syllabus and Subjects
Modern Indian Political Thought	Politics of Developing Countries
International Relations-Theory and Practice	Western Political Thought
Indian Politics-Major Issues and Debates	Contemporary Political Theory

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BHU placements are good. The highest and average packages secured by MBA students in 2025 were INR 19.8 LPA and INR 10.1 LPA, respectively. Median salary stood at INR 9.2 LPA. The university has not yet released the placement data 2026 for other courses. During the placement drive 2025, a total of 177 placement drives were held, and more than 950 students were placed.

The university offers UG, PG, Diploma, and Certificate courses in online mode. These are available in various streams, such as Management, Commerce, Finance, etc. Admission to all the courses is merit-based. Candidates can apply for the desired courses by filling out the online application form. 

Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya courses are approved by eminent Government bodies such as INC. The combined seats available for various programmes provided by Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya goes up to 751.

Courses offered by Shri Nepali Sanskrit Mahavidyalaya are M.A., B.A.. These courses are in the stream of Humanities & Social Sciences.