DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE : Introduction

Established in 1993

Course offered: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Specialization: Political Science

Course Details & Duration: 3 years

Intake:

FY (General) 70
SY (Special) 40
TY (Special) 40

Course features:

  1. Diverse Range of Subjects: A BA degree typically offers a wide variety of disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, and sometimes even elements of natural sciences. Students can choose from subjects like English, Marathi, History, Political Science, Geography, Sociology and Psychology.
  2. Flexibility in Curriculum: BA program often provide flexibility in choosing electives and minors, allowing students to tailor their education to their interests and career goals. This adaptability can help in developing a well-rounded skill set.
  3. Focus on Critical Thinking and Communication: BA course emphasize developing strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills. These are essential for various career paths.
  4. Interdisciplinary Opportunities: BA program encourage interdisciplinary studies, enabling students to combine different fields of study. This can lead to a more comprehensive understanding of complex topics and issues.
  5. Career and Post Graduate Study Preparation: A BA degree can serve as a steppingstone for various career paths and further education. Graduates can pursue roles in education, government, non-profits, business, and more. Additionally, it provides a solid foundation for post graduate studies in fields like law, education, and business administration etc.

Future Plan:

  • The department plans to start PG departments in the near future.
  • To conduct various Certificate Courses To conduct various Certificate Courses.

Eligibility for Admission:

  1. Higher Secondary School Certificate (10+2) or its equivalent Examination with English.
  2. Three Years Diploma Course after S.S.C. i.e. 10th standard, of Board of Technical Education conducted by Government of Maharashtra or its equivalent.
  3. Two Years Diploma in Pharmacy after HSC, of Board of Technical Education conducted by Government of Maharashtra or its equivalent.
  4. S.S.C. of 10 years or 11 years with English and Indian Air Force Educational Test for promotion to the rank of Corporal.
  5. Trained Teachers Certificate Course of Inter-State Board of Anglo Indian Education, New Delhi.
  6. Intermediate Commerce/Arts examination from the Board of Secondary Education, M.P. Bhopal with 4 subjects including General English.
  7. Diploma in Education of Bureau of Government of Maharashtra with English.
  8. H.S.C. Vocational.

Course Structure:

As decided by the Savitribai Phule Pune University.

Activities conducted by the department:

Academic Year Name of the Activity
2018-19 Visit to Vidhan Bhavan, Mumbai
Mock Parliament
Gender Sensitization
Visit to Gandhi Bhavan
Discussions on Current Political Issues
Policy Analysis Debate
Workshop on Diplomatic Simulation
Visit to Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Museum
International Human Rights and Gandhiji
2019-20 Quiz Competition
Visit to Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Museum
Mock Parliament (Organized)
Mock Parliament (Participation)
Campus to Corpora
Gender Sensitization
Residential Camp at Baramati
Workshop on Social Justice and Human Rights
2021-22 Educational Opportunities after Graduation
Mental Health of the Youth (Manasrang)
Mock Parliament
National Voters Day
Nirbhay Kanya Abhiyan
Savitri Mohotsav
Creative Writing Workshop
2022-23 Visit to Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Museum
Constitutional Day Celebration
Mock Parliament (Participated in Garware College)
National Voters Day (Competitions)
National Voters Day (Pledge)
Workshop on Social Sciences

Add-on Courses Details:

Addon course Political Science