Humanities & Social Sciences

Journalist, IAS/IPS/IRS Officer, Political Analyst, Legislative Assistant, Lawyer, etc., are some common Political Science jobs that students usually go for. After a Political Science course, they have options to explore work fields like civil services, Law, journalism, education, and the ministry.

In school, we study the Political Science subject at a basic level, understanding the working of the Indian government. However, in higher education, such as a BA or MA in Political Science, we also study Indian as well as world politics. Alongside, we also study subjects like,

• Political Theory, which explores the basic political ideas and philosophies.
• Comparative Politics, which determines different political systems and their functioning.
• International Relations, which are focused on the interactions between countries and global issues. 

A Political Science course will give you a deep perspective on how Indian and world politics work. You'll gain an understanding of government and political behavior from a different perspective. It'll help you explore their structures, processes, ideologies, and more.
Not only this, you'll also learn about international relations, public policy, liberalism, conservatism, socialism, and so much more.

Sure, here are some popular Political Science book options from well-known writers, you can consider reading:

• Arthashastra By Kautilya.
• Our Living Constitution: A Concise Introduction & Commentary by Shashi Tharoor.
• The Room on the Roof: An award-winning novel by Ruskin Bond.
• The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.
• The Constitution of India in Hindi | Bharat ka Samvidhan by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
• Savarkar: Echoes from a Forgotten Past by Vikram Sampath.
• THE NEW WORLD DISORDER AND THE INDIAN IMPERATIVE by Shashi Tharoor and Samir Saran.

The MA courses are available in diverse specializations in the UK. Some of the popular specializations are International Relations, English Literature, History and Cultural Studies, Media and Communication, Economics and Development Studies, and Fine Arts and Design Management. Students can check the table below for the popular specializations and the universities offered:

Along with fulfilling the basic eligibility by holding a bachelor's degree in a relevant stream or equivalent, students must demonstrate English language proficiency and submit certain mandatory documents during admission. Some of the crucial admission requirements for Indians to study an MA in the UK are given below:

• Academic transcripts
• Letter of recommendations
• Statement of purpose
• Resume/CV
• English language proficiency
• Interview

International students willing to take admission to an MA in the UK must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant stream from a recognised university or equivalent, and demonstrate English language proficiency. Students coming from other countries must submit certain documents, such as an academic transcript, LOR, SOP, Resume, CV, and may appear for an interview. They can choose specializations such as International Relations, English Literature, History and Cultural Studies, Media and Communication, Economics, and Development Studies.

International students who have completed their bachelor's with 2:1 or equivalent from a recognised university and in Arts, Humanities, or Social Science, and are seeking in-depth knowledge and a career in Policy, Media, Culture, and Education roles, are ideal for an MA course. Students can opt for the popular specializations such as International Relations, English Literature, History and Cultural Studies, Media and Communication, Economics, and Development Studies.

After completing an MA in the UK, students can expect a salary between INR 25L and INR 54L based on the university they studied at, the roles they have been hired for, and the company. Companies like Deloitte, Google, Capgemini, and Accenture offer roles in Software Engineering, Product Management, and more. The estimated salary based on the popular university chosen is given below: