Distance MA (Hons) - Political Science
(Master of Arts in Political Science Honors)
Registration has begun at DU SOL for Distance MA (Hons) Political Science Programme. Interested Students can enroll now to develop analytical skills required to understand International Relation, Governance, and Public Administration. Last Date for Admission will be 31st August 2026*.
MA (Hons) Political Science Distance Education Overview
Distance MA (Hons) Political Science is a Postgraduate Programme offered by Department of Political Science, DU School of Open Learning (SOL). It is approved & affiliated to UGC, DEB and holds the same value as Delhi University’s regular degree programmes.
Distance MA in Political Science’s curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in Political Science through theoretical perspectives, conceptual debates, and real world applications to its students. The Political Science department at DU SOL also provides students with comprehensive knowledge of International Relations, Governance, Public Administration, and Political Systems.
After pursuing this course, students can explore various career opportunities in Media & Journalism, Law & Judiciary, Government & Civil Services, NGOs, Academics & Research, and Political & Risk Consultancies.
Distance MA Hons (Political Science) Course Duration & Eligibility
Distance MA Hons. in Political Science has a course duration of 2 years which can be extended up to 4 years from the date of admission. This flexibility is given to students to help them balance their education and personal life without impacting learning.
All interested students need to fulfill eligibility criteria mentioned by DU SOL. General category students must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate or equivalent grade. Students from SC/ST category need 45% marks in their bachelor’s. Admissions are merit-based and there are no entrance test requirements.
Accreditation & Approvals
UGC-DEB Entitled
Approved by the University Grants Commission
NAAC A+ Accredited
by National Assessment and Accreditation Council
AICTE Accredited
by All India Council for Technical Education
MA (Hons) Political Science
Course Curriculum
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| Debates in Political Theory | 5 |
| Theories of International Relation | 5 |
| Politics in India | 5 |
| Themes in Indian Political Thought | 4 |
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| Comparative Political Analysis | 5 |
| Administrative Theory | 5 |
| Understanding the International | 5 |
| Political Institutions and Processes in India | 4 |
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| Regions and Regionalism | 5 |
| State Politics in India | 5 |
| International Political Economy | 5 |
| Political Parties and Party System in India | 4 |
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|---|---|
| India in World Affairs | 5 |
| Key Texts In Political Philosophy | 5 |
| United States of America in the Transforming Global Order | 5 |
| The Modern State in Comparative Perspective | 4 |
| Applied Political Science | 4 |
Learning Methodology – DU SOL
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DU SOL MA (Hons) Political Science Distance Fees Structure
DU SOL has a low fee structure that is affordable and cost efficient in comparison to other Distance Education Universities. DU SOL also facilitates Economically Weak Students through their Financial Support Schemes as per guidelines of the University. Students opting for Fee Waiver/Concession need to submit documentary proof as mentioned in guidelines. There is also a mandatory application fee of INR 500 which needs to be paid while submitting the application form.