M.A.(International Studies) / Academic Year 2026-28 / Batch 2026-28 / Semester I / Generic Core Course
    Catalogue Code: T1642
    Course Type: Generic Core Course
    Total Credit: 2
    Credits (Theory): 2
    No. of Hours: 30
    Internal Marks: 60
    External Marks : 40
    Primary Orientation of the Course: Professional Ethics
    Course Code: 604410107
    Floating Credit: No
    Audit Course: Yes
      Make use of theoretical concepts to analyze contemporary global political economy issues and their implications for international relations.
      Select and apply appropriate analytical tools to evaluate the impact of globalization and economic nationalism on national and regional economies.
      Organize and model the complex relationships between various actors in different capitalist systems and their influence on global economic governance.
      Plan and develop solutions for challenges arising from the intersection of macro-economic policies and geopolitical considerations.
      Identify and solve problems related to international capital flows, foreign direct investment, and portfolio investment across major economic regions.
      Catalogue Code: THM6189
      Course Type: Generic Core Course
      Total Credit: 2
      Credits (Theory): 2
      No. of Hours: 30
      Internal Marks: 60
      External Marks : 40
      Total Marks: 100
      Primary Orientation of the Course: Professional Ethics
      Course Code: 604410105
      Floating Credit: No
      Audit Course: No
        Comprehend research issues and ethics.
        Identify research questions and formulate research hypothesis.
        Gain an understanding of the literature review.
        Equip students with various techniques of research design and data collection.
        Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data crunching techniques.
        Familiarize with citation styles.
        Catalogue Code: T2225
        Course Type: Generic Core Course
        Total Credit: 2
        Credits (Theory): 2
        No. of Hours: 30
        Internal Marks: 60
        External Marks : 40
        Total Marks: 100
        Primary Orientation of the Course: Professional Ethics
        Course Code: 604410104
        Floating Credit: No
        Audit Course: No
          Explain the interdisciplinary nature of International Studies.
          Explore linkages between the various disciplines under the IS/IR remit.
          Distinguish between different schools of thought in IR and the application in world affairs.
          Identify and explain concepts associated with IS.
          Develop and enhance an understanding of the different dimensions of globalisation.
          Situate and analyse contemporary trends against the backdrop of the emerging world order.
          Catalogue Code: T6466
          Course Type: Generic Core Course
          Total Credit: 4
          Credits (Theory): 2
          No. of Hours: 60
          Internal Marks: 120
          External Marks : 80
          Total Marks: 200
          Primary Orientation of the Course: Environment and Sustainability
          Course Code: 604410103
          Floating Credit: No
          Audit Course: No
            Identify and explain the advent of IOs and their relevance in global affairs.
            Differentiate between the various forms of multilateralism.
            Introduce the concept of regionalism and study the specific nature of regionalism in the European and Asian concepts.
            Appraise the collaborative engagement of IOs and other actors in various domains - political, economic, social and environmental.
            Present and discuss the emergence of new institutions and their implications in a multipolar world.
            Catalogue Code: T6465
            Course Type: Generic Core Course
            Total Credit: 4
            Credits (Theory): 2
            No. of Hours: 60
            Internal Marks: 120
            External Marks : 80
            Total Marks: 200
            Primary Orientation of the Course: Environment and Sustainability
            Course Code: 604410102
            Floating Credit: No
            Audit Course: No
              Explain the key role that communication plays in the IS/IR discipline. Compare and contrast how actors in IR communicate. Examine and evaluate the evolution and impact of new media on the IS/IR
              discipline. Develop relevant competencies and skill-sets. Inculcate inter-cultural competencies.
              Catalogue Code: T6464
              Course Type: Generic Core Course
              Total Credit: 4
              Credits (Theory): 2
              No. of Hours: 60
              Internal Marks: 120
              External Marks : 80
              Total Marks: 200
              Experiential Learning: Yes
              Primary Purpose of Course: Employablity
              Primary Orientation of the Course: Professional Ethics
              Course Code: 604410101
              Floating Credit: No
              Audit Course: No