🌟 Why Choose M.A. (Master of Arts)?

The Master of Arts (M.A.) is one of the most versatile postgraduate degrees, offering the depth of knowledge, analytical thinking, and communication skills needed across government, academia, journalism, counseling, international relations, and more.

Unlike technical degrees that focus on tools or platforms, the M.A. is about nurturing your intellect, values, and understanding of the world — helping you create meaningful impact in society, culture, education, or governance.

🎓 “The M.A. doesn’t just teach you about the world — it empowers you to change it.”

🧭 Career Progression Map

      Bachelor’s Degree (Any Discipline)
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           🎓 Master of Arts (M.A.)
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📚 PhD / UGC-NET   🏛 Govt Services  🧠 Counseling   📰 Media/Comms
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👩‍🏫 Prof / Researcher 🎖️ IAS/PCS Officer 💬 Psychologist  🗞️ Editor/Strategist

🎯 Skill Wheel – What You’ll Gain

✅ These skills are valued in UPSC, media houses, NGOs, schools, universities, and policy think tanks.

🌿 Specialization Tree (Pick Your Stream)

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English     Psychology   Political     History
                           Science

💼 Real-World Job Examples

📈 Why the M.A. is a Smart, Future-Focused Choice

• ✅ NET & PhD Ready – Build a path toward research and teaching

• 🏛 UPSC & Civil Services Prep – Covers Indian polity, economics, society

• 💼 Social Impact Careers – NGOs, policy think tanks, education reform

• 🧠 Mental Health Relevance – Psychology opens doors in wellness & counseling

• 📰 Creative + Strategic Roles – Content creation, editorial, communications

• 🌐 Globally Valued – Offers pathways into diplomacy, development, and academia

🚀 ScholarIQ’s Edge for M.A. Students

📘 Semester-Wise Syllabus for M.A. (Master of Arts)

⏳ Program Duration: 2 Years | 📚 Total Semesters: 4
🎓 Credit Load: 80–96 | 📄 Core + Electives + Research Project

Most universities offer streams like English, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, History, Hindi, Economics, etc. The structure below is universal, while electives & topics vary by specialization.

🧠 Year 1: Conceptual Foundations & Core Theories

🔍 Example: M.A. in English Literature

🏛 Example: M.A. in Political Science

🎯 Year 2: Specialization, Research & Career Integration

🧪 Elective Samples by Stream

🧰 Add-On Skill Workshops (By ScholarIQ Recommendation)

• 📑 Academic Writing & LaTeX Formatting

• 💬 Communication for Research & Policy

• 🧪 Qualitative & Quantitative Research Tools (SPSS, NVivo)

• 🎙️ Seminar Presentation & Abstract Submission Skills

• 💼 UPSC/Government Exam Integration Modules (Optional Track)

Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)

📊 Detailed Fee Breakdown:

• Course Fee: ₹8,000 per semester

• Exam Fee: ₹1,000 per semester

• Annual Fee: ₹19,000

• One-Time Registration Fee: ₹1,000

• Total Program Fee: ₹37,000 (All Inclusive)

Frequently Asked Questions