Comprehensive Course List Across 8 Semesters

Detailed Course Descriptions

Introduction to Political Science (PS101): This foundational course introduces students to the core concepts, theories, and methods of political science. It explores the nature of politics, power, authority, and governance within various societal contexts. Students learn about the historical development of political thought and its relevance in contemporary global issues.

Political Theory I (PS102): This course provides an overview of classical and modern political theories, including those of Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, and contemporary thinkers. Emphasis is placed on understanding how these theories inform our understanding of justice, freedom, rights, and the role of the state.

Comparative Politics (PS103): Students examine political systems across different countries and regions to understand patterns of governance, institutions, and political behavior. The course emphasizes cross-national comparisons and analytical frameworks used in comparative analysis.

Political Methodology (PS104): This course introduces students to research design, data collection techniques, and statistical methods commonly used in political science. It includes hands-on training with software tools for analyzing political data.

Introduction to Public Administration (PS105): The course explores the structure, functions, and principles of public administration, including organizational behavior, administrative ethics, and policy implementation processes.

Research Lab I (PS106): An introductory laboratory session where students gain practical experience in conducting literature reviews, writing research proposals, and using academic databases for gathering information.

Political Theory II (PS201): Building upon the first-year course, this module delves deeper into contemporary political theories and their applications. Students engage with debates surrounding identity politics, postcolonial theory, feminist perspectives, and critical theory.

International Relations (PS202): This course examines the dynamics of global politics, including international organizations, diplomacy, conflict resolution, and globalization. It also explores theoretical perspectives on world order and security.

Public Policy Analysis (PS203): Students learn how to analyze public policies using different analytical frameworks. The course covers policy formulation, implementation, evaluation, and reform processes in various governmental contexts.

Political Behavior (PS204): This module investigates the psychological and sociological factors influencing individual and collective political behavior, including voting patterns, opinion formation, and political participation.

Research Lab II (PS205): A more advanced research lab where students conduct small-scale empirical studies under faculty supervision. Focus areas include survey design, qualitative data collection, and basic statistical analysis using SPSS or R software.

Democracy and Civil Society (PS301): This course explores the mechanisms and challenges of democratic governance, including elections, political parties, civil society organizations, and citizen engagement in public affairs.

Gender and Politics (PS302): Examines the role of gender in political life, including women's participation in politics, feminist theory, intersectionality, and the impact of gendered policies on societal outcomes.

Political Economy (PS303): Analyzes the relationship between political structures and economic systems. Topics include market failures, state intervention, inequality, development, and resource allocation strategies in different political environments.

Environmental Politics (PS304): This course addresses environmental governance, sustainability issues, climate change policies, and the role of politics in addressing ecological challenges. It explores both domestic and international dimensions of environmental policy.

Research Lab III (PS305): A mid-level research lab where students work on a collaborative project involving data analysis, literature synthesis, and presentation skills. Projects often relate to current policy issues or scholarly debates in political science.

Project-Based Learning Philosophy

Our department embraces project-based learning as a cornerstone of academic development. This approach encourages students to engage deeply with real-world problems through research, analysis, and creative solutions. Projects are structured to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills essential for success in both academic and professional settings.

The mandatory mini-projects begin in the second year and culminate in a final-year capstone project or thesis. Students select projects aligned with their interests or research areas under faculty guidance. These projects often involve working with external stakeholders such as NGOs, government departments, or international organizations.

Evaluation criteria for projects include originality of approach, clarity of argumentation, methodological rigor, presentation quality, and contribution to existing knowledge in the field. Faculty mentors provide continuous feedback throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that students receive support and guidance from experienced scholars.