BA in International Relations

Course Overview:

The BA in International Relations explores global politics, diplomacy, and international conflicts. Students study international organizations, foreign policy, and global economics, gaining skills in research, analysis, and negotiation. The program prepares graduates for careers in diplomacy, policy analysis, and global advocacy.

Duration:
The BA International Relations course typically spans 3 years and is divided into 6 semesters.

Syllabus:
BA in International Relations provides an in-depth understanding of global politics, diplomacy, international organizations, global economic systems, and foreign policy. The course aims to equip students with analytical skills and knowledge to work in international affairs. Below is a semester-wise breakdown:

Semester 1:

  • Introduction to International Relations

  • Fundamentals of Political Science

  • International Relations Theories 1 (Realism, Liberalism)

  • Language Paper 1

  • Elective: Indian Foreign Policy

Semester 2:

  • International Organizations and Global Governance

  • International Relations Theories 2 (Constructivism, Marxism)

  • History of International Relations

  • Language Paper 2

  • Elective: Global Political Economy

Semester 3:

  • Comparative Politics

  • International Law

  • International Security Studies

  • Global Environmental Politics

  • Elective: Human Rights and International Law

Semester 4:

  • Foreign Policy Analysis

  • Regional Studies (Asia, Europe, Latin America, Africa)

  • Conflict and Peace Studies

  • Research Methodology in International Relations

  • Elective: International Trade and Development

Semester 5:

  • Diplomacy and Statecraft

  • Globalization and International Relations

  • International Political Economy

  • Project/Dissertation Work

  • Elective: International Terrorism and Counterterrorism

Semester 6:

  • Contemporary Issues in International Relations

  • Humanitarian Intervention and Global Ethics

  • International Relations of the Global South

  • Project/Dissertation Presentation

  • Elective: Media and International Relations

Average Fees:
The average fees for BA in International Relations in India range between INR 20,000 to INR 1,50,000 per year, depending on the institution and location.

Exams to Attend:

  • Admission is usually merit-based, though some institutions may require entrance exams such as CUET, university-specific tests, or interviews.

Top 10 Ranking Institutions in India for BA International Relations (Combined Rankings):

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi

  2. Delhi University (DU), New Delhi

  3. Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi

  4. Jadavpur University, Kolkata

  5. Christ University, Bangalore

  6. Symbiosis School of International Studies, Pune

  7. Presidency University, Kolkata

  8. Amity University, Noida

  9. St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai

  10. Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for BA International Relations:

  1. University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram

  2. Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

  3. Calicut University, Calicut

  4. St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam

  5. Sacred Heart College, Thevara

  6. Farook College, Calicut

  7. St. Joseph’s College, Devagiri, Calicut

  8. Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram

  9. CMS College, Kottayam

  10. St. Albert’s College, Ernakulam