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Bachelor of Arts (Political Science Honours) - Overview

Program Structure – BA Political Science Honours

B.A. Honours Program in Political Science at Bangalore Bannerghatta Road Campus, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) equips the students to understand affairs of state in three ways: first, by excelling in advanced theoretical and application-oriented curriculum; second, by experiencing political, administrative and policy field through internships; and third, by harnessing the practical world of domestic and international politics to develop original thought while doing dissertation research projects. Skills to be imparted are critical and analytical skills, research skills, public speaking, crisis management and decision making.

Courses and Credits

SEMESTER I
Course Code			Course Title		CC/GE/DSE/AECC/SEC	Credits
BPOH131			Introduction to Political Theory		CC	5
BPOH132			Constitutional Theory and Practice in India		CC	5
BPOH161			Introduction to Political Economy		GE	4
			English Communication/MIL		AECC	3
			Common Core		GE	3
Total Credits						20
SEMESTER II
BPOH231	Indian Government and Politics				CC	5
BPOH232	Political Ideologies				CC	5
BPOH261	International Political Economy				GE	4
	Environmental Studies				AECC	2
	English Communication/MIL				AECC	3
	Common Core				GE	3
Total Credits						22
Exit I – Certificate (Sem I & II) Total Credits in Year I						42
SEMESTER III
BPOH331	Western Political Thought-I				CC	5
BPOH332	Public Administration-I				CC	5
BPOH333	Comparative Political Systems				CC	5
BPOH361	Political Journalism/Media Studies				GE	4
BPOH311	Political Communication				SEC 2 Theory + 2 Practical	4
BPOH381	Internship*				SEC	2
*Internship at local level political institutions like police station, municipality etc.
Total Credits						25
SEMESTER IV
BPOH431	Western Political Thought-II				CC	5
BPOH432	Public Administration-II				CC	5
BPOH433	Introduction to Public Policy				CC	5
BPOH461	Social Media/Media Studies				GE	4
BPOH411	Basic Statistics and Data Analytics				SEC 2 Theory + 2 Practical	4
Total Credits						23
Total Credits in Year II						48
Exit II – Diploma (Sem I to IV)						90
SEMESTER V
Course Code			Course Title		CC/DSE/SEC	Credits
BPOH531			International Relations-I		CC	5
BPOH532			Indian Political Thought-I		CC	5
BPOH533			Introduction to Research Methodology		CC	5
BPOH541A			Multiculturalism and Minorities in India		DSE	4
BPOH541B			Geopolitics and Risk Analysis		DSE
BPOH542A			Politics of Human Rights		DSE	4
BPOH542B			Social Movements		DSE
BPOH581			Internship		SEC	2
*Internship at state level/national level political institutions and research based organisations
Total Credits						25
SEMESTER VI
BPOH631		International Relations-II			CC	5
BPOH632		Indian Political Thought-II			CC	5
BPOH633		Indian Foreign Policy			CC	5
BPOH641A		Politics of Democracy			DSE	4
BPOH641B		Federalism in India : Theory and Politics			DSE
BPOH642A		Neoliberalism and Indian State			DSE	4
BPOH642B		Ambedkar and Nation Building in India			DSE
Total Credits						23
Total Credits in Year III						48
Exit III – Bachelor (Sem I to VI)						138
SEMESTER VII
BPOH731				Quantitative Research Methodology	CC	5
BPOH732				Qualitative Research Methodology	CC	5
BPOH741A				Land, Culture and Tribes in India	DSE	4
BPOH741B				Politics of Gender	DSE
BPOH742A				Politics and Technology	DSE	4
BPOH742B				Environmental Politics in India	DSE
Total Credits						18
SEMESTER VIII
BPOH831				Policy Advocacy	CC	5
BPOH832				Elections in India	CC	5
BPOH841A				Conflict and Security Studies	DSE	4
BPOH841B				International Organizations	DSE
BPOH881				Dissertation?	DSE	4
Total Credits						18
?Dissertation is a Compulsory DSE
Total Credits in Year IV						36
Total Credits at the end of the Programme Bachelor with Honours (Sem I to VIII)						174

Additional Courses

Swayam Portal	https://swayam.gov.in/explorer?searchText=Political%20Science	2 Credits /12 weeks
VAC/Value Added Course	Seminar and workshop, Films, Politics and Society Diplomacy Community Participation	Non-Credit
Open Elective	Students will choose a course from the list of open electives being offered by all departments.	2 credits
The courses listed above have to be completed by the student within Semesters I-IV

Application Process

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMISSION OF ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

Candidates are required to apply online only through the University website www.christuniversity.in No other means/mode of application will be accepted.

Candidates should thoroughly go through the programme eligibility criteria, etc. before applying.

All applicants are required to create a one-time registration ID to be able to apply for the programme of their choice. They can create the Login ID by Using the following link https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/
OR

Through the program of your choice. After selecting the program, you will be redirected to the Registration for New Students Admission page.

One-time registration: This registration allows you to apply for multiple programs using the same Registration ID.
Fill in your details: Enter your name as per your class 10 school certificate, a valid email ID, mobile number, WhatsApp number for further communication, date of birth, and create a password. Reconfirm the password. Ensure all data is correct before submission, as you cannot edit this personal information later. Click on the ‘Register’ button to complete the registration.
Verify with OTP: An OTP will be sent to your mobile number and email ID. Enter the OTP in the given section and click on the ‘Proceed’ button. If you do not find the email in your inbox, check the spam folder.

Select the program: Choose the program and campus to which you want to apply. If there is an option to choose preferences, kindly choose the preference accordingly. All candidates must meet the program specific eligibility criteria. (Eligibility criteria for the program is available on the admissions page on the University website). Ensure all data is correct before proceeding to next step, as you cannot edit this information later.
Photograph: Upload a photo (3.5 cms x 4.5 cms formal dress with white background only not more than 100 kb). Photos with other backgrounds or taken with mobile devices will result in rejection of the application.
Read the terms and conditions: Carefully read the terms and conditions and select the declaration box below.
Personal information: Fill in your personal information, sports achievements (if any), and extracurricular details (if any).
Parent/guardian information: Provide your current and permanent addresses, along with your parent and guardian information.
Educational details: Fill in your educational details and upload clear scanned copies of class 10 and class 11 final report or class 12 Board result. *Applications with no marks cards or unclear scanned copies will be rejected and termed as Not Eligible.
Preview your application: Review the details you have entered. If there are any corrections needed, edit and preview the application form again. Once submitted, the details cannot be corrected, so ensure everything is accurate before submitting.
Select the date and centre for the selection process: Refer to the Important Dates section before filling out the application. Choose the appropriate date and centre for the selection process based on the program you are applying for. No requests for date/venue changes will be entertained.
The application cannot be submitted without filling in all the mandatory fields.
Applicants must save the information as they proceed from page to page.

Payment Methods: You can use Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card or any UPI for the payment.
Non-Refundable: Applicants must remember that the application registration fee is non-refundable once the application number is generated.
Secure Payment: Make sure you’re on a secure website when entering your payment information.
Application Number: A 9-digit application number will be auto-generated after the successful payment of the application fee.
Payment Failure: In case of payment failure due to a technical error, the application number will not be generated, and any amount deducted will be automatically refunded within 15 business days.
Printing the Application: A copy of the application can be printed anytime from the login until the selection process is completed.

Documents: Original marks cards of class 10 and class 11 final report or class 12 Board result and valid ID proof will be verified during the selection process. Applicants writting their class 12 exam must carry class 11 final report (Mandatory).
Selection Process: Conducted on the date and venue chosen during the application process or as announced by the office of admissions. The Selection Process will be held in person at the selected date and venue.
All communication will be through the applicant's login only.

Office of Admissions will communicate with the applicant only through the university website www.christuniversity.in under the link “Application Status” or click the link: https://appstat.christuniversity.in

International Category

International students coming from Non-English speaking countries should:

produce evidence of passing the qualifying examination in English medium or have IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) of 213 or TOEFL (IBT) of 79 scores

Candidates without the above pre-qualifications will have to enroll either for

Intensive Certificate course in English Language (Full Time) conducted from March to May each year or One Semester Certificate course in English Language (Part Time) conducted after regular class hours from June to December.

Note: The International Student category fee structure is binding for the full duration of the programme and cannot be transferred /changed in between.

Candidates from the above listed categories having pursued Indian Educational qualification and who may have applied under the Indian States Category will have to pay the International Student Category Fee. The decision of the Admission committee is final.

Candidates seeking admission through International Student category (Foreign Nationals/PIO/OCI) will have a separate application process, with the option to apply for any programme at Christ University.

Online Application form

Email ID for any clarifications: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

Admission Process - 2025

Results Announcement: The selection process results will be available on the date mentioned in the Important Dates section on the university’s website.
Results Access: Results can be accessed at this link: https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/
E-Offer of Admission: Selected candidates will receive an E-Offer of admission, which will be valid until the date specified in the offer.
Provisional Admission: Admission is provisional and subject to university rules. Candidates must meet the specific eligibility criteria for their program.
Fee Payment: Selected candidates must pay the fees using Net Banking/Online Banking or Credit Card. They should also download the offer of admission and choose a date and time to complete the admission process in person with a parent at the selected campus.

To process admission:

Select Date and Time: Choose your preferred date and time from the available options.
Campus Admission: Admission must be processed at the campus where the offer of admission is made
Admission has to be processed as per point (1). Admission will not be processed without the presence of CANDIDATE along with mandatory ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS and one full set of black and white photocopies (xerox) of all the documents mentioned below (MANDATORY):

Class 10 and Class 12 Marks Statements (Mandatory).
Undergraduate Degree Marks Card: (Semester/Year/Consolidated) If results are awaited, then marks card till the last semester/year (Mandatory).
Provisional (PDC) or Degree Certificate (DC): If graduated before November 2024, must be submitted by 30 September 2025 or as announced by the office of admissions of the admission year.
Transfer Certificate (TC): Of an undergraduate degree from the last qualified institution (Mandatory) must be submitted by 30 September 2025 or as announced by the office of admissions of the admission year.
Migration Certificate (MIG): Of an undergraduate degree from a qualifying University (applicable for all candidates except those studying in Karnataka) (Mandatory) must be submitted by 30 September 2025.
Entrance Test Scorecard (MBA Programmes): Copy of valid entrance test scorecard (Aug MAT 2024 | Dec MAT 2024 | CAT 2024 | Feb MAT 2025 | CMAT 2025 | XAT 2025 | ATMA 2025 | GMAT 2024 / 2025| GRE 2024 / 2025) (Mandatory)
Work Experience: Candidates who are applying for the Dual Degree MBA (CU) + MBA, (THWS, Germany) Programme should submit the work related documents (Joining Letter/Experience Letter with Latest Salary Slip) (Full Time/Family Business also considered) with one or more year of work experience (Mandatory).
Candidates who are applying for the MBA Executive with less than 2 years of work experience must have the valid test score of (Aug MAT 2024 | Dec MAT 2024 | CAT 2024 | Feb MAT 2025 | CMAT 2025 | XAT 2025 | ATMA 2025 | GMAT 2024 / 2025| GRE 2024 / 2025) (Mandatory)
Two Passport Size Photographs: Formal dress, white background.
Two Copies of Payment Acknowledgment Receipt: From application status link https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/
Copy of Valid ID Proof (Aadhar, PAN, etc.).
Additional Documents for International Candidates:
- Passport and Visa Details (Mandatory)
- PIO/OCI Card holders: Have to produce a copy of the PIO / OCI card whichever is applicable (Mandatory).
- Medical Fitness Certificate (MFC): From any recognized medical practitioner certified by the Medical Council of India
- Resident Permit (RP): (If available while applying)

Make sure to have all the original documents and a full set of black and white photocopies (xerox).

Document Submission:
- All mandatory documents must be submitted for verification.
- An undertaking for pending original documents (for exams in March-June 2025) must be submitted to the Office of Admissions by 30 September 2025 or as announced by the office of admissions of the admission year.
- Failure to submit pending documents will result in termination of admission.
Bank Account Requirement:
- All admitted students must open an account at South Indian Bank, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Branch as part of the admission process.
- Relevant ID proof (Aadhar Card and Pan Card) is required.
University ID Card:
- The ID card is a smart card that functions as an ID, ATM card, and access card for various facilities.
- All transactions within the campus, including fee payments, will be processed through this card.
International Students:
- Must register with the Foreigner Regional Registration Officer (FRRO/FRO) within 14 working days of admission or arrival in Bengaluru.
Commencement of Academic Year:
- The start date for the academic year 2025 will be communicated during the admission process.
Caution:
- The university does not authorize any third party to conduct the selection process or offer admissions.
- Be wary of unauthorized SMS/Emails promising admissions.
Bank Loan Assistance:
- Admitted students can request a recommendation letter for a bank loan by presenting the original fee paid receipt to the Office of Admissions.
Laptop:
- Admitted students may need to purchase a laptop if required by their department.

Final Decision:
- Student allotment in the program of their choice among the various campuses located in Bangalore (Central, Kengeri, Bannerghatta, and Yeshwantpur), Lavasa (Pune), and Delhi NCR Campus of CHRIST University shall be at the sole discretion of the Management. The decision of the Admission Committee is final.
Cancellation Process:
- For details on the cancellation process, please refer to the provided link: https://christuniversity.in/view-pdf/cancellation1

Eligibility

Eligibility for the programme is a pass at the +2 level (Karnataka PUC / ISC / CBSE / NIOS / State Boards) in any stream (Humanities, Social Sciences, Commerce & Management, Sciences) from any recognised Board in India.
Candidates writing the +2 examinations in March-May 2022 may apply with their class X and XI marks.

Students pursuing International curriculum must note that eligibility is according to AIU stipulations:

Applicants pursuing IB curriculum must have 3 HL and 3 SL with 24 credits.
Applicants pursuing GCE / Edexcel must have a minimum of 3 A levels and a grade not less than C.

Fee Structure - 2024

1. Admission Registration fee of INR 5000/ (Non-Refundable)

2. Programme fee as per the below table

Year	# Karnataka	Other Indian States	NRI	SAARC / AFRICA / PIO / OCI / ASEAN	Other Foreign Nationals	Time of Payment
1	90,000 INR	110,000 INR	171,000 INR	2,500 USD	3,000 USD	Within seven days of declaration of the Selection Process Result
2	90,000 INR	110,000 INR	171,000 INR	2,500 USD	3,000 USD	On or before March 15, 2023
3	90,000 INR	110,000 INR	171,000 INR	2,500 USD	3,000 USD	On or before March 15, 2024
# The fee for Karnataka domicile students, as indicated in the table, is the actual fee payable and excludes the scholarship amount. It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for three years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs. 1. NRI fee is applicable for the first year for candidates who have studied foreign syllabus (has to be approved by UGC / AIU) in the qualifying examination of study in India. (The above condition is not applicable to NRI and candidates applied under NRI Category). 2. NRI fee is applicable for the full duration of the Programme for candidates who; 2.1. Have pursued and completed their last qualifying exam from outside India. 2.2. Are NRI and candidates who have applied under the NRI category. 3. To claim the Indian / Karnataka category fee, the candidates should have studied last 7 years in India / Karnataka. (Not applicable for OCI, PIO and Foreign Nationals). 4. Admission registration fee of INR 5000/- is non-refundable in the event of cancellation of admission. This fee will be apart from cancellation charges if applicable. 5. All Candidates If “Selected” after appearing for the final selection process, the fee may be paid through the following option: Payment can be made through Net banking / NEFT / RTGS Payment / Transfer of fees does not guarantee admission. For the Application form, click the below link: Online Application Form

2025 UG & PG Selection Process

Note On Curriculum and Credit Framework for Undergraduate

NRI_International Selection Process – Click Here!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION – SELECTION PROCESS 2025

APRIL AND MAY ENTRANCE TEST TIMINGS (IST)-2025 : 09:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 03:30 PM

If the entrance test for the 2 or more applications is on the same date and at the same time, you will write one test and the test score will be transferred to the other applications.
If the tests are on the same date but at different times or on different dates, the test has to be taken for each application separately.
All other processes (SA_MP_PI) will have to be done separately for each application number.
Admit Card of all the selection processess will be updated Two or Three Days before the slection process dates
Once the results are announced Selected Candidates should pay their fee and process the admissions within 5 to 7 working days.

Undergraduate Programmes

PROGRAMMES WITH ENTRANCE TEST (ET) & SELECTION PROCESS-

SELECTION PROCESS (Except BBA Decision Science)

PROGRAMMES WITHOUT ENTRANCE TEST & SELECTION PROCESS

Postgraduate Programmes

PROGRAMMES WITH ENTRANCE TEST (ET) & SELECTION PROCESS

SELECTION PROCESS (Except MSc Psychology HRDM with MA Business and Org. Psychology)

PROGRAMMES WITHOUT ENTRANCE TEST & SELECTION PROCESS

Programme Demand

The Political Science (Honours) programme has a great demand in many prestigious colleges all over India, and most of the seats were filled on the very first day of admissions. The reason for such a surge in popularity of Political Science as a discipline comes from the fact that the study of Political Science opens varied job opportunities for students, which includes academics, civil services, political journalism, research, policy analysts, social policy entrepreneurs, election strategists, electioneering for political parties. The discipline of Political Science helps in understanding and preserving democratic values and institutions. The subject offers numerous opportunities for a prospective career and this has led Political Science (H) becoming the most sought-after subjects in leading Universities.

Skills to be imparted are critical and analytical skills, research skills, public speaking, crisis management and decision making.

Features

Outcome

Programme Outcome
The Political Science Honours programme is a three-year programme, having Economics and Media Studies as allied subjects, which will facilitate the students to expand their perspectives towards socio-economic and political phenomenon, at national as well as international level. Students will be exposed to critical intellectual thinking from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Programme specific learning outcomes
BA Political Science Honours students will be able:

To demonstrate skills in critical and analytical thinking towards political systems.
To strengthen conceptual and ideological arguments, connect them to political phenomenon by logically justifying through appropriate evidence.
To appreciate applied politics with a problem solving approach in dealing with domestic and global politics.
To demonstrate substantive knowledge of institutions, processes and values that shape politics within and among states.
To design and write a research project that is organized coherently, logically employing relevant evidence and case studies.

Placement Potential

Placement Potential
Undergraduate degrees in Political Science (Honours) programme prepare graduates for entry-level careers, but many occupations in this field call for graduate study. There is a growing demand to apply for Civil Services at All India level or at State Public Services. Further, the fields are getting widened due to the unconventional and practical approaches being adopted by MNCs, research organizations, other promising fields are; NGOs, Social works, Media industry, Public Relations, Corporate Social Responsibility, Corporate governance etc. Students will participate in internships and summer training to get hands-on experience.

Jobs related to this Undergraduate degree:

Academics
Foreign Service
Civil Service
Media Professionals
Human rights advocate
Government Official
Politician
Political Analyst/ Psephologist
Humanitarian Worker
Consultants to International Organizations/INGOs
International trade consultant
Policy analyst
Policy managers
Risk analyst
Business consultant
Law
Analysts in Public Sector Undertakings

Bachelor of Arts (Political Science Honours) - Overview

Courses and Credits

Application Process

International Category

Admission Process - 2025

To process admission:

Eligibility

Fee Structure - 2024

2025 UG & PG Selection Process

Note On Curriculum and Credit Framework for Undergraduate

NRI_International Selection Process – Click Here!

2025 UG NRI_INTERNATIONAL Selection Process

IMPORTANT INFORMATION – SELECTION PROCESS 2025

APRIL AND MAY ENTRANCE TEST TIMINGS (IST)-2025 : 09:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 03:30 PM

Undergraduate Programmes

Application Process

Admission Process - 2025

To process admission:

PROGRAMMES WITH ENTRANCE TEST (ET) & SELECTION PROCESS-

SELECTION PROCESS (Except BBA Decision Science)

PROGRAMMES WITHOUT ENTRANCE TEST & SELECTION PROCESS

Postgraduate Programmes

Application Process 2025

PGDIE Application Process

Application Process

Admission Process - 2025

To process admission:

PGDIE Admission Process

PROGRAMMES WITH ENTRANCE TEST (ET) & SELECTION PROCESS

SELECTION PROCESS (Except MSc Psychology HRDM with MA Business and Org. Psychology)

PROGRAMMES WITHOUT ENTRANCE TEST & SELECTION PROCESS

Programme Demand

Features

Outcome

Placement Potential

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