International Relations

No there is no age limit to pursue BA in International Relations so you can apply for this course at any age. Most colleges and entrance exam conducting bodies do not prescribe any maximum or minimum age limit to pursue this course. Though some colleges, especially private colleges may have their own eligibility criteria.

Yes you can pursue BA in International Relations course after studying in Science stream in Class 12. The course is open to students from all streams. Though it is usually pursued by candidates from Arts stream as they would have studied related subjects such as Political Science and Economics. Make sure that you have secured more than 50% marks in Class 12. This is the minimum marks required for you to fill in the application forms for colleges. Since, BA in International admission is provided on the basis of merit having a good academic record can help you to secure admission in good colleges.

There are many good books on International Relations. Some of which are as follows:

BA International Relations and BA Political Science are interrelated courses that have overlapping concepts. Political Science is a broader domain and International Relations borrows certain concepts from it.

Here are some basic differences between BA International Relations and BA Political Science.

Several colleges offer good packages to the students and alumni of BA International Relations course. Please note that the placement package depends on the college's ranking, students's academic performance and calibre along with various other factors. Some of these colleges are as follows:

For distance education in International Relations, top Indian options include:

1. IGNOU– Master's in Political Science with a focus on international relations.

2. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) – Offers political Science courses that cover international relations.

These institutions provide flexible learning options for the subject.

No, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) does not offer International Relations through distance education. They offer this course through regular, on-campus programs. If you're interested in distance learning, you might want to look into other universities or institutions that offer similar programs online.

The fee structure is an important criteria which students like you consider while taking admission in International Relations courses. Here are some colleges with affordable fee structures:

Career options available in this field include International Relations Officer, Public Relations Officer, Communication Specialist, Translator, Advisor, Consultant, Political Analyst, Foreign Affairs Analyst, Foreign Affairs Specialist, Foreign Affairs Officer, Archivist, Economist, Diplomat and Professor. Anybody who has a keen interest in world politics and policies can opt for a career in International Relations. In this field, interest is the main requirement because it requires several years of theoretical study. To make a career in this field, one should also opt for learning a foreign language.