The Department of Political Science at Shambhu Dayal College (SDC) is home to a vibrant academic community of nearly 1,000 students. The department provides a dynamic learning environment where students engage critically with political processes, institutions, and ideas at the local, national, and global levels.
Students explore key areas such as policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation, contemporary political thought, and major debates surrounding world affairs, national issues, governance structures, bureaucracy, and local self-government. Emphasis is placed on developing analytical skills, critical thinking, and informed perspectives on complex political and social realities.
Academic Approach
The department is known for its transdisciplinary approach, encouraging students to connect political science with history, philosophy, sociology, law, economics, and other allied fields. This integrative method enables students to develop a holistic understanding of political phenomena and equips them to address real-world challenges with depth and clarity.
Career Opportunities
A background in political science from SDC opens pathways to diverse and impactful careers, including:
- Bureaucrat
- Advocate and Lobbyist
- Campaign Officer / Manager
- Diplomat
- Foreign Affairs Adviser
- Journalist
- Politician
- Press Secretary
- Public Policy Adviser
- Researcher
- Trade Union Representative
- Social Worker
The Student Corner serves as a dedicated space for academic growth, career awareness, and student engagement, supporting learners in shaping informed, responsible, and impactful professional journeys.
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