Career routes via UPSC (IFS), think tanks (ORF, Carnegie India, IDSA), MEA-affiliated bodies, MNCs with strategic affairs teams.
Is BA International Relations right for you?
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Core Subjects
Theories of IRForeign Policy of IndiaGlobal GovernanceInternational SecurityRegional Studies (Asia/Europe/Middle East)International Political EconomyDiplomatic History
Career Opportunities
IFS Aspirant (UPSC)Foreign Affairs ResearcherThink-tank AnalystInternational NGO Programme OfficerGeopolitical JournalistMBA in International Business
How to Prepare for This Stream
1.Pair with one foreign language (French/Spanish/Mandarin)
2.Attend Model UN, geopolitics blogs/podcasts
3.Internship at ORF / Carnegie / MEA
A Typical Day in BA International Relations
Heavy reading of journals (Foreign Affairs, EPW), seminar-style classes, simulation exercises (Model UN), essay writing.
Difficulty Level
medium
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