MA

MA (Master of Arts) is a 2-year postgraduate degree focused on humanities, social sciences, languages, and liberal arts. It helps students deepen their subject knowledge and build strong analytical, communication, and research skills.

Course Duration

• 2 years

• 4 semesters

What You Learn

Common subjects depend on specialization. Popular MA specializations include:

• MA in English – Literature, Linguistics, Criticism

• MA in Hindi – Poetry, Prose, Drama, Linguistics

• MA in Political Science – Public Administration, International Relations

• MA in History – Ancient, Medieval, Modern Indian & World History

• MA in Psychology – Counselling, Behavioural Studies, Clinical Psychology basics

• MA in Sociology – Social Structure, Culture, Social Change

• MA in Economics – Micro, Macro, Econometrics, Development Studies

• MA in Education – Teaching Methods, Curriculum, Educational Psychology

• MA in Public Administration – Governance, Policy Making

General skills learned:

• Research & Analysis

• Communication & Writing

• Critical Thinking

• Subject Expertise

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in any relevant stream (BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA depending on specialization)

• Minimum 45–50% marks in graduation (varies by university)

• No entrance exam required in most colleges

• Final-year students can also apply

Career Opportunities

After MA, you can work as:

• Teacher / Lecturer

• Content Writer / Editor

• Counsellor (for Psychology/Education students)

• Research Assistant

• Public Relations Officer

• HR Executive

• Social Worker / NGO Worker

• Journalist / Media Executive

• Civil Services Aspirant Support (MA subjects help in UPSC)

• Translator / Language Expert