Miranda House

M.A. Programs Offered at Miranda House (Delhi University):

1. M.A. English

   • Focus: Literary criticism, theory, and world literature. It includes the study of various genres such as poetry, drama, and prose.

   • Career Opportunities: Teaching, publishing, writing, editing, content creation, media, and research.

2. M.A. History

   • Focus: Ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary history. Emphasizes historiography, Indian history, and world history.

   • Career Opportunities: Teaching, museums, archival work, historical research, civil services.

3. M.A. Political Science

   • Focus: Political theory, comparative politics, international relations, public administration, and political philosophy.

   • Career Opportunities: Civil services, political analysis, research, NGOs, international organizations.

4. M.A. Sociology

   • Focus: Social structures, social change, development, and research methodologies.

   • Career Opportunities: Social work, research, NGOs, human resources, policy analysis, and academics.

5. M.A. Philosophy

   • Focus: Indian and Western philosophy, ethics, logic, metaphysics, and epistemology.

   • Career Opportunities: Teaching, research, public policy, writing, and philosophical consulting.

6. M.A. Economics

   • Focus: Microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, development economics, and international trade.

   • Career Opportunities: Banking, finance, policy analysis, consulting, government services, and teaching.

7. M.A. Sanskrit

   • Focus: Classical Sanskrit literature, texts, grammar, and Indian philosophy.

   • Career Opportunities: Teaching, translation, research, publishing, cultural preservation.

Program Structure:

• Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)

• Curriculum: The program includes core courses, electives, and dissertation (in some subjects). There is an emphasis on both theoretical knowledge and research.

Eligibility:

• A candidate must have completed a B.A. (Hons.) or B.A. (Programme) degree in a relevant subject from a recognized university.

• The specific eligibility criteria and minimum percentage may vary by the department, so it's important to check the university's official guidelines.

Admission Process:

Admission to M.A. programs at Miranda House is typically through:

• Entrance exams (for some disciplines like M.A. Economics, M.A. Political Science, etc.).

• Merit-based admission (for certain programs, depending on marks obtained in the undergraduate degree).

Career Prospects:

Graduates of the M.A. programs can pursue:

• Academia: Teaching at universities or schools.

• Research: In government agencies, think tanks, or international organizations.

• Public Policy and Administration: Working in governmental or non-governmental organizations.

• Media and Journalism: Writing, editing, and content creation.

• Corporate Sector: In fields like management, consulting, and public relations (especially for Economics, Political Science, and Sociology).