Department of Humanities

Master of Arts in Political Science or M.A Pol. Science is a two-year postgraduate program which is a thorough and comprehensive study of Political Science at an advanced level. At the postgraduate level study of the discipline, the students study the analysis and description of political behavior & political system, practice of politics and theory.

Other than the International and National political system, the program also covers public affairs, international relations, government procedures & policies, public administration, modern and historical political systems.

The course provides specialized knowledge of Indian and International politics to graduate students. It can be pursued by those who wish to make their careers in the fields of governance and public management. A master’s in Political Science offers an interdisciplinary course that focuses on aspects of governance such as political doctrines, polity, international law, political philosophy, governance, etc.

The course offers in-depth knowledge of various political practices in all over India and all around the world. It also covers communication skills, public relations, generic reasoning, public response management, and analytical response studies.

An MA Political Science degree has the capability of making an individual a public figure in the political domain of the country, if utilized in a proper way. Aspirants specializing in political science and politics can make remarkable careers in the country’s political system.

An MA Political Science can land you a progressive career in the field of administration, journalism, research, and politics. Graduates with this degree have also shown interest in the competitive exams for government jobs in the Public Service sector.

Apart from exploring MA Political Science jobs like Political Consultant, Academician, Activists, Political Content Writer, etc, students can also go for further studies. In that case, Ph.D. in Political Science is the most common and beneficial options for the students.

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Shekhawati University, Sikar has adopted the syllabus of University of Rajasthan, Jaipur for the course.

MA English or Master of Arts in English is a two years postgraduate course in English & literature studies. It is considered as one of the most demanded courses in terms of career and personal growth. It covers subjects such as English literary studies, criticism, pedagogy, theories, etc, along with the Prose, Poetry, and Drama. It includes English literature from all over the world, such as American, Irish, Scottish, Welsh and Polish. Cultural aspects of English language, political and historical contexts are explored on an advanced level in the course.

The major subjects in the course are study of a Genre, Critical Theory, Indian Writing in English, American Literature and optional subjects.

This degree course prepares an individual for teaching, public relation, and management-level jobs in corporate sectors and government institutions. It also improves the candidate’s Verbal and Communication Skills, Research Aptitude, Writing Skills, Understanding of Human Behavior and Psychology, and Articulating Skills.

On passing the M.A. English course, the learner has many career options in the industrial, educational, consultancy, and other field. After the course completion, MA English graduates may have Publishing, BPOs and KPOs, Education, Theatre, Entertainment & Media, Corporate, Advertising, Writing, and Public Relations etc as career.

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Shekhawati University, Sikar has adopted the syllabus of University of Rajasthan, Jaipur for the course.

MA Hindi is a two year postgraduate program with the Hindi language as a specialization. The main focus of this program is to expose learners to a wide variety of Hindi literature. The course essentially involves the study of literature, linguistics, and philosophies of the Hindi language.

MA Hindi subjects include Hindi Poetry, Drama, Fiction, Literary Criticism, Literary History, etc.

After completing MA Hindi, candidates have many job opportunities in India as well as abroad. The learner can work as a translator, professor, teacher, interpreter, Journalist, Screenwriter, Speech Writer, Voice Assistant, and editor. Candidates can also pursue Ph.D. further to have deep knowledge of the subject.

A Master’s degree can carry a lot of weight in the teaching job industry and those who have their Master’s are considered to be experts in their field. MA Hindi graduates have a vast opportunity in the present market. Career options after this course are immense. They can get jobs in areas like Government Sectors, News Channels, Schools & Colleges, Publishing Houses, etc.

They can make a career in journalism by working as a news editor, news writer, reporter, or anchor. Journalism takes place through various mediums, including television, radio, digital, and print.

Pursuing a government job, especially at one of the illustrious Civil Services such as IAS or IFS, is a dream of many. Candidates can take Hindi as their optional subject or even as a Mains language subject.

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Shekhawati University, Sikar has adopted the syllabus of University of Rajasthan, Jaipur for the course.

Sociology is the study of changes in social life, social causes, and effects of human behaviour on society. It also teaches students the method to investigate different structures, such as groups of people, institutions, and society as an entity.

Sociology also helps students develop critical thinking skills and the ability to measure and gather both quantitative and qualitative evidence. Besides, sociology as a platform for a career is growing at pace in India.

A career in sociology entails professional avenues where the study of different social demographics, the effects of various policies is important. The skills and knowledge acquired in sociology are also applied in tackling many administrative challenges that shape a society. So if you wish to make a positive impact on improving your society, studying sociology is ideal for you.

Sociology is a gateway to step further into the intricacies of our societies. It teaches us that not only societies shape us, but we also shape our societies.

Sociologists undertake many research projects in the field. Listed below are some of the popular sociologist job profiles:

Teacher/Professor

Psychologists/Guidance Counselor

Management Consultant

Market Research Analyst

Social Worker

Sociologists can be found in a surprising array of fields and careers. From management to public sector to corporate and to MNCs, their social skills are needed in almost all the sectors.

some of the popular employment opportunities for sociologists  are:

• Rural and Child Welfare
• Criminology and Criminal Justice
• Advertising Agencies
• Management Consultancy
• Hospitals
• Schools/ Colleges/ Universities
• Government and Political Action Groups
• Journalism & Media
• Media Research
• NGOs
• Medical Aid Institutions
• Public Sector Undertaking (PSUs)
• Education and Child Welfare

MA Geography is a postgraduate degree course of two years. This course involves the study of Earth Sciences including physical, regional and economic aspects through an advanced academic exploration.  The course undertakes both theoretical and practical understanding of the earth’s surface, landforms, and the environment concerning both regional and universal level. Through the comprehensive curriculum, this course imparts in the students a thorough understanding of the relationships between human activities and the natural world.

On completion of this course, students can pursue higher studies and advanced academic exploration along with research through Ph.D. courses.

The students of MA Geography can get jobs in profiles such as Geographer, Cartographer, Agricultural Specialist, Demographer, Professor, and Researcher. The areas of employment for students who have completed an MA Geography include opportunities in academic and research fields. Both public and private sector undertakings employ the post-graduates for advanced research and exploration.

MA Geography degree holders will be able to find jobs in numerous sectors including Forest Services, Educational Institutions, and Research Institutes etc.

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Shekhawati University, Sikar has adopted the syllabus of University of Rajasthan, Jaipur for the course.

MA or Master of Arts in History is a postgraduate degree of two years in the field of arts & humanities. This course can be pursued after completion of a bachelor’s degree. History is usually referred to as boring and dull by most people, but it can be fun and exciting, only if we study it in the right way, simply by organizing notes in chronological order and dividing them into (1) Topics, (2) then Years, (3) then decades, (4) and then centuries.

This course highlights the great achievements and disastrous errors of mankind. Therefore helping us to understand how things were and how we might approach to make a better future. With a better understanding, it can help to organize and manage our societies for the benefit of all.

The program includes subjects like Ancient India, Medieval India, Modern India, World History, Indian government and politics, literature, economic history, Contemporary issues in international relations, etc. It also includes the study of great leaders and innovators, the individuals who have shaped history through their personalities, strength of character, ambition, abilities, leadership, and creativity.

MA History is the study of the past and the current interpretations of the past. It includes the stories and narratives of past societies, people, their culture, and events of different nations.

The graduates can find jobs in government sectors in areas like museums, archaeological departments, academic institutes, etc. They can also work as a historian, museum curator, archivist, archaeologist, high school teacher, librarian, etc

Job opportunities are quite vast for MA History graduates. And these jobs are usually in the private sector. The graduates can work as curators, archivists, archaeologist, journalist, writer, editor, tour guides or museum guides etc.

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Shekhawati University, Sikar has adopted the syllabus of University of Rajasthan, Jaipur for the course.