Sri Venkateswara College

Course Name:

Master of Arts (M.A.)

College:
Sri Venkateswara College, University of Delhi

General Details:

Duration:
2 years (4 semesters), full-time postgraduate degree

Affiliation:
University of Delhi

Medium of Instruction:
English (for most programs)

Eligibility Criteria:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., or equivalent) from a recognized university

• Minimum aggregate percentage (usually 50-60%, depending on the course and department)

• Admission is typically based on CUET PG (Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate Courses)

• Some departments may have subject-specific eligibility or conditions

Available Specializations (Indicative):

The M.A. program is offered in various specializations. Some of the common specializations include:

1. M.A. in English

2. M.A. in Political Science

3. M.A. in History

4. M.A. in Economics

5. M.A. in Philosophy

6. M.A. in Sociology

Core Subjects (Indicative):

For M.A. in English:

• English Literature (Classical and Modern)

• Literary Criticism and Theory

• Indian Writing in English

• Postcolonial Literature

• Contemporary British Literature

• Creative Writing

For M.A. in Political Science:

• Political Theories and Ideologies

• Comparative Politics

• International Relations

• Indian Government and Politics

• Public Administration

• Political Economy

For M.A. in History:

• Ancient, Medieval, and Modern History

• Historiography

• Global History

• History of Indian Nationalism

• Contemporary History

• History and Society

For M.A. in Economics:

• Microeconomics

• Macroeconomics

• Econometrics

• Development Economics

• Indian Economy

• International Economics

For M.A. in Philosophy:

• Classical Western Philosophy

• Indian Philosophy

• Ethics and Morality

• Logic and Analytical Philosophy

• Contemporary Philosophy

• Philosophy of Mind

For M.A. in Sociology:

• Sociological Theory

• Indian Society and Social Change

• Political Sociology

• Gender Studies

• Research Methodology

• Urban Sociology

Skill Enhancement:

• Research and analytical skills development

• Critical thinking, debates, and discussions

• Project work, presentations, and practical research projects

• Development of advanced knowledge and specialized skills within the subject area

Career Opportunities:

• Teaching and Research

• Media, Journalism, and Publishing

• Government Services (Indian Administrative Services, UPSC, etc.)

• Policy Analysis and Consultancy

• International Organizations and NGOs

• Further studies (M.Phil., Ph.D.) in the chosen field

• Social Services and Counseling