Shaping Visionaries in Political Science and Global Affairs
Step into a transformative learning experience where, wisdom meets modern statecraft. Aspiring world leaders can gain a solid grounding in international relations, diplomacy, and government through our Political Science & International Relations degree. The program provides a perfect blend of theoretical study and real-world experience where you:
🚀Think Beyond Borders – Engage with foreign academics, examine real-world case studies, and acquire practical experience in geopolitics and governance.
🔬 Innovate & Lead– Explore nascent domains like as cybersecurity, biosecurity, and geospatial strategy while honing analytical thinking and strategic decision-making skills.
📖 Significant Research – Confront traditional narratives through interdisciplinary inquiry encompassing conflict resolution, civilizational studies, and global governance.
🌍 Design Your Future – Forge a career in civil services, diplomacy, policy analysis, or academics that transforms nations and impacts global debate.
Become part of a new cohort of intellectual leaders—where concepts influence policy, and expertise propels transformation.
Eligibility Criteria
60% and above (or equivalent grade) in PUC/12th/any other equivalent exam conducted by a recognized authority / institution in India or abroad.
Chanakya Edge
Merging millennia of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) with cutting-edge global standards.
- Building leaders, policymakers, bureaucrats, strategists, analysts, and observers for an emerging superpower.
- Seamlessly integrating Civil Services Examination Preparation (CSEP) into the academic architecture.
- A robust Interdisciplinary School Core, ensuring students gain holistic and contextual knowledge to address global and national challenges.
- World-Class Faculty: A blend of seasoned academicians, thought leaders, and practitioners with expertise in international academia, national policy corridors, and strategic advisory roles.
- Smart Collaborations: Partnerships with think tanks, government agencies, and research institutions for hands-on learning and impactful internships.
- IKS Integration: Bringing ancient wisdom into modern frameworks of governance and statecraft, creating a unique lens for analysing contemporary issues.
- Where Theory Meets Praxis: Combining traditional insights and innovative strategies to navigate modern geopolitical realities.
Programme Highlights
- Learning that is Integrated for a Dynamic World
The integration of Indian knowledge systems with world-renowned fields of diplomacy, strategic studies, and international politics. - Academic Inquiry and Extensive Study
Enhancing analytical reasoning, leadership abilities, and critical thinking through ground-breaking study of global affairs, conflict resolution, and governance. - Immersion in the Real World and Emerging Technologies
practical training in the fields of cybersecurity, biosecurity, geospatial intelligence, and civilizational studies via internships, case studies, and specialized coursework. - Career Advancement Opportunities and Worldwide Effects
Empowering scholars to impact the future of governance and international relations, they launch careers in civil services, diplomacy, policy research, and academia.
Programme Structure
| Chanakya Foundation | 48 credits |
| School Core | 24 credits |
| Major | 56 credits |
| Minor | 24 Credits |
| Learning Beyond Curriculum | 8 credits |
Collaborations
| Institutions | Domains |
| Sankalp IAS, Delhi | CSEP Training Program. Minors in Social Sciences |
| FINS | M.A. in Strategic Studies |
| Think India | Samvaad – on Contemporary Dialogues |
| Takshashila Institution | Indo-Asian Strategic Relations and Future |
| Konraad Adeneur Foundation | Collaborative Programme on Security Strategies |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University | Visiting Faculty in Language and Culture Studies |
| Southern New Hampshire University | Visiting Faculty on Politics and Policy Making |
| National Chengchi University, Taiwan | Collaborative Programs on Asian Studies & the World |
Career Opportunities
| Domains | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Civil/ Public Services | Indian Economic Service/ Public Administration |
| Corporate Career | Business / Entrepreneurship |
| Media & Journalism | Business/ Economic Journalist |
| Research Institutes | Economic Researcher/ Policy Analyst |
| Academia/ Institutions | Teaching/ Digital Content Professional |
| Banking & Financial Institutions | Financial Advisor/ Personal Finance Planning |
| Professional Practice | Industry / Business/ Project Consultant |
| Global Positions | Universities and International Institutions |