Course Overview:

BA in International Relations is a three-year undergraduate program that focuses on the study of global politics, international diplomacy, foreign policies, human rights, international conflicts, and international organizations. This interdisciplinary course includes elements of political science, economics, history, and law.

Course Duration:

• 3 years (6 semesters)

Syllabus (Semester-wise)

Semester 1:

• Introduction to International Relations

• Political Science - Concepts and Theories

• World History - Post-World War II

• Fundamentals of Economics

• English Language Skills

Semester 2:

• Comparative Politics

• Globalization and International Political Economy

• International Law

• Environmental Politics

• Public Administration

Semester 3:

• Foreign Policy Analysis

• International Organizations (UN, WTO, IMF)

• Human Rights in International Relations

• Regional Studies (Asia, Africa, Europe)

• Introduction to Research Methods

Semester 4:

• International Conflict and Security

• Global Governance

• Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution

• International Trade and Development

• Elective 1 (Political Theory/Foreign Policy of India)

Semester 5:

• International Relations Theory

• International Terrorism

• Strategic Studies

• Elective 2 (International Law/Global Social Movements)

• Internship/Field Work

Semester 6:

• Contemporary Issues in International Relations

• Peace and Conflict Studies

• International Political Economy

• Elective 3 (South Asian Politics/US Foreign Policy)

• Dissertation/Research Project

Average Fees:

• The average fees for a BA in International Relations in India range from INR 30,000 to INR 1,50,000 per year, depending on the institution.

Exams to Attend:

Most institutions require students to qualify for entrance exams for admission. Common exams include:

• CUET (Common University Entrance Test)

• JNU Entrance Exam

• Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET)

• Christ University Entrance Test

Top 10 Institutions in India for BA in International Relations:

1. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi

2. Jadavpur University, Kolkata

3. Symbiosis School of International Studies, Pune

4. Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), New Delhi

5. Christ University, Bengaluru

6. Amity University, Noida

7. Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi

8. Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal

9. St. Xavier's College, Mumbai

10. Delhi University (DU), New Delhi

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for BA in International Relations:

1. Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

2. Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram

3. St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam

4. Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram

5. Farook College, Kozhikode

6. Sacred Heart College, Kochi

7. Bharata Mata College, Thrikkakara

8. St. Thomas College, Thrissur

9. MES College, Marampally

10. Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kochi