Maharshi Dayanand Online MA in Political Science (DDE Semester)

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Course Overview

Maharshi Dayanand University’s Online MA in Political Science is a 2 year (4 semester) programme tailored for ambitious learners who need the flexibility of an accredited online format. It builds strong foundations in political theory, comparative politics, Indian polity and international relations while integrating emerging themes such as public policy labs, data methods and global governance trends. Delivered by the Centre for Distance and Online Education and approved under UGC-DEB, the programme blends recorded classes, e-content and periodic live sessions suitable for working professionals and outstation learners. Assessments combine internal assignments with end-semester examinations to ensure consistent progress and academic rigour. Graduates gain job-ready competencies and can progress to higher studies or roles across sectors including public service, research, think tanks, NGOs and corporate affairs.

Course Highlights

Theory to Practice: Link conceptual frameworks to current affairs
Research Skills: Qual/quant methods and field techniques
Policy Orientation: Exposure to policy analysis and evaluation
Global Perspective: IR, area studies and security issues
Constitutional Literacy: Deep dive into Indian constitutional law
Flexible Online: Recorded classes and LMS resources
UGC-DEB Approved: Recognized master’s credential
Capstone Project: Policy lab/dissertation with mentoring

Course

Benefits

Analytical depth Develop evidence-backed arguments for policy, governance and advocacy roles.

Career versatility Pursue opportunities across government, NGOs and corporate public affairs.

Methodological toolkit Gain data handling, survey design and basic statistics for political analysis.

Study flexibility Balance work and study with modular assessments and recordings.

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Eligibility

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Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; political science background preferred
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Working professionals welcome; fieldwork may be adapted for online mode
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Merit-based admission per CDOE notifications

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Course

Fees

Total 4 semester

INR 18,500 / Semester

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Full course fee

INR 74,000

*Inclusive of all taxes

EMI starting at

INR 3,083 / Month

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Course Syllabus

S.No	Credit	Subject
1	MAPS101	Political Theory
2	MAPS102	Indian Political Thought
3	MAPS103	Comparative Politics
4	MAPS104	Research Methodology
5	MAPS105	Public Policy Basics

S.No	Credit	Subject
1	MAPS201	Indian Government & Politics
2	MAPS202	International Relations Theory
3	MAPS203	Political Sociology
4	MAPS204	Constitutional Law
5	MAPS205	Quantitative Methods

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ProfessionalProfiles

Research Officer

Designs studies, collects data and prepares reports for institutions.

AVG SALARY6.0 LPA

Program Manager (NGO)

Leads implementation, monitoring and stakeholder engagement.

AVG SALARY5.8 LPA

Legislative Assistant

Tracks bills, drafts briefs and manages constituency research.

AVG SALARY5.4 LPA

Corporate Affairs Executive

Supports regulatory engagement and CSR initiatives.

AVG SALARY6.2 LPA

Policy Analyst

Synthesizes research to advise on policy options and impacts.

AVG SALARY6.5 LPA

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FAQs

Is fieldwork included in the MA in Political Science (DDE Semester) at Maharshi Dayanand University?

Yes, the program includes virtual fieldwork using online research, remote interviews, and data analysis for practical learning.

What statistics are taught in this MA in Political Science (DDE Semester) course?

Maharshi Dayanand University MA in Political Science (DDE Semester) teaches basic quantitative methods, survey design, and data interpretation to strengthen analytical skills.