Syllabus
MA Syllabus and Subjects
MA (Master of Arts) programmes are offered in specialisations such as English, History, Political Science, Economics, Psychology and Sociology. The syllabus varies according to the chosen discipline and the university’s curriculum.
Each specialisation combines subject knowledge with critical analysis and research skills. The following table provides an indicative overview of core subjects:
| Specialisation | Core Subjects |
|---|---|
| English | Literary Criticism and Theory; British Literature; American Literature |
| Economics | Microeconomics; Macroeconomics; Econometrics |
| Political Science | Classical and Modern Political Thought; International Relations; Comparative Politics and Government |
| History | Historiography and Historical Methods; Ancient and Medieval Indian History; Modern World History |
| Social Work | History and Philosophy of Social Work; Social Case Work; Group Work; Community Organisation; Human Growth and Behaviour |
| Psychology | Cognitive Psychology; Research Methodology; Statistics; Psychopathology and Abnormal Psychology |
Electives, practical components and dissertation requirements differ across programmes. Students should review their chosen university’s syllabus for the complete subject list and semester-wise structure.