B.S. in Political Science and International Relations

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) – Political Science and International Relations programme at L.D. Arts College (Autonomous) is designed to provide students with a scientific, analytical, and interdisciplinary understanding of political systems, governance, public policy, and international relations in national and global contexts. The programme integrates political theory, Indian politics, international relations, comparative politics, public administration, and global governance, with emphasis on analytical reasoning, research orientation, empirical understanding, and policy analysis. It prepares learners for careers in public service, diplomacy, international organisations, research institutions, civil society, academia, and policy-making domains, while fostering responsible citizenship and lifelong learning

Eligibility

  • HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate) i.e., 12th Standard or Equivalent in Arts/Commerce/Science/ Stream.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

Program Code
Name of the Program Outcome
Program Outcomes (POs)
PO1
Generic and Domain Knowledge
Demonstrate conceptual clarity and applied understanding of political theories, governance structures, public policy processes, international relations, and comparative political systems.
PO2
Problem Solving and Innovation
Identify political, administrative, and international issues and propose innovative, evidencebased, and context-specific solutions using appropriate qualitative and quantitative analytical tools.
PO3
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Critically analyse political and international phenomena through research-based inquiry, interpretation of empirical data, and systematic evaluation of policy outcomes.
PO4
Effective Communication
Communicate political and international issues, arguments, and research findings effectively in academic, professional, cross-cultural, and public contexts using conventional and digital platforms.
PO5
Leadership and Teamwork
Demonstrate leadership qualities and collaborative skills while working in academic, organizational, community, and institutional environments, guided by democratic decision making principles.
PO6
Civic Responsibility and Public Leadership
Engage responsibly in governance, public service, and community development processes, demonstrating informed citizenship and public leadership capabilities.
PO7
Environment and Sustainability
Analyze the political and international dimensions of environmental governance and demonstrate awareness of sustainability, climate politics, and global environmental policy frameworks.

The Program Structure

Year
Semester
Course
Total Credits
1st Year
Sem-I
Major 1 (4C)
Major 2 (4C)
Minor 1 (4C)
MDC 1 (4C)
AEC 1 (2C)
SEC 1 (2C)
IKS 1 (2C)
22
Sem-II
Major 3 (4C)
Major 4 (4C)
Minor 2 (4C)
MDC 2 (4C)
AEC 2 (2C)
SEC 2 (2C)
VAC 1 (2C)
22
2 nd Year
Sem-III
Major 5 (4C)
Major 6 (4C)
Major 7 (4C)
MDC 3 (4C)
AEC 3 (2C)
SEC 3 (2C)
IKS 2 (2C)
22
Sem-IV
Major 8 (4C)
Major 9 (4C)
Major 10 (4C)
Minor 3 (4C)
AEC 4 (2C)
SEC 4 (2C)
VAC 2 (2C)
22
3rd Year
Sem-V
Major 11 (4C)
Major 12 (4C)
Major 13 (4C)
Minor 4 (4C)
Minor 5 (4C)
SEC 5 (2C)
-
22
Sem-VI
Major 14 (4C)
Major 15 (4C)
Major 16 (4C)
Minor 6 (4C)
AEC 5 (2C)
Internship (4C)
-
22
4th Year
Sem-VII
Major 17 (4C)
Major 18 (4C)
Major 19 (4C)
Minor 7 (4C)
Research Project/On the Job Training (6C)
-
-
22
Sem-VIII
Major 20 (4C)
Major 21 (4C)
Major 22 (4C)
Minor 8 (4C)
Research Project/ On the Job Training (6C)
-
-
22

Course Outcomes

Course type and Credit
Course Code
Course Title
Course Outcomes
Major Course-1 (4 Credits)
111
Foundations of Political Science-1
Major Course-2 (4 Credits)
112
Introduction to Indian Constitution
Minor Course 1 (4 Credits)
113
-
-
Multidisciplinary Course (4 Credits)
114
Introduction to Economics-01
Ability Enhancement Course (2 Credits)
115
Basics of IT Tools and Spread sheet
Skill Enhancement Course (2 credits)
116
Basic English Communication
Indian Knowledge System
117
Introduction to Indian Knowledge System
Course type and Credit
Course Code
Course Title
Course Outcomes
Major Course-3 (4 Credits)
121
Political Theory
Major Course-4 (4 Credits)
122
Comparative Government
MINOR course 2 (4 Credits)
123
-
-
Multidisciplinary Course (2 Credits)
124
Introduction to Economics-02
Ability Enhancement Course (2 credits)
125
Advance Spreadsheet Tools
Skill Enhancement Course (2 credits)
126
Presentation Skills
Value Added Courses (2 credits)
127
SWAYAM Course
-

Fee Structure

SR NOParticularsBA IBA IIBA IIIBA IVBA VBA VI
BOYGIRLBOYGIRLBOYGIRLBOYGIRLBOYGIRLBOYGIRL
1Tuition Fee600-600-600-600-600-600-
2Exam & Stationery Fee100100100100100100100100100100100100
3Library Fee252525252525252525252525
4Gymkhana Fee202020202020202020202020
5Identity Card Fee1515--1515--1515--
6Student Welfare Fee202020202020202020202020
7Cultural Activities Fee404040404040404040404040
8Uni.work Book/union------------
9Univ Sports Fee101010101010101010101010
10Admission Fee / E N V Fee100100100100--------
11Univ.medical Fee2525----------
12Univ.enrol/regist.fee125125----------
13Examination Fee500500500500250250250250250250250250
14W.d.c Fee101010101010101010101010
Total159099014258251090490107547510904901075475
  1. STUDENTS OFFERING PSY. OR GEO. AS MAIN SUBJECT(MAJOR) SHALL PAY RS.70/- PER SEM AS LAB FEE
  2. EXAM FEES RS. 550/- (IN STEAD OF RS. 500) WILL BE CHARGED SEPARATELY IN COMPUTER SUBJECT FOR BA SEM 1 & 2
  3. COMPUTER SUBJECTS FEES (RS. 300) & S FEES (RS.200) WILL BE CHARGED SEPARATELY IN BA SEM 1 TO 6
  4. EXAM FEES RS.300/- (IN STEAD OF RS.250) WILL BE CHARGED SEPARATELY IN COMPUTER SUBJECT FOR BA SEM 3 TO 6
  5. EXAM FEES RS. 300/- (IN STEAD OF RS. 250) WILL BE CHARGED SEPARATELY IN PSY, GEO & COM (PRACTICAL) SUBJECTS FOR BA SEM 6

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