M.A. Defence Studies Admission, Eligibility, Duration, Fee and Syllabus

Master of Arts in Defense Studies is a postgraduate Defense Studies course. The MA in Defense Studies is designed to provide a pathway through the study of all aspects related to defence, through the building of knowledge through active learning and participatory learning, both individually and in collaboration between students. Defense studies expose individuals to an in-depth analysis of contemporary events and issues in this multifaceted, unpredictable world. The Master of Defense Studies degree examines the relationship between the arms profession and national security policies. It includes military command, leadership and conduct of major military operations and strategy including war-fighting, peace support operations and domestic operations for national security.

M.A. Defence Studies Eligibility

• Interested students must have passed Graduation with First Degree in any stream.
• Some very reputed universities and institutes ask for minimum 45-50% marks in graduation as the eligibility criteria to secure admission in this course and some also conduct entrance test for admission.

How to Apply M.A. Defence & Strategic Studies Admission Form

Candidates can register themselves through online mode or offline mode. Before applying, candidates are advised to have a M.A. Defence Studies Information brochure carefully. Candidates should follow the following steps while applying online application form.

• Visit University Website
• Go to the notification page
• Fill the application form.
• Upload all documents (Only in JPEG Format)
• Submit the application form and proceed to pay the fee.
• Pay fee through online mode by Credit Card / Debit Card / Net-Banking.

M.A. Defence Studies Admission in Top University

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M.A. Defence Studies Course Fee

M.A. Defence Studies Syllabus

M.A. Defence Studies Syllabus Semester II

• Strategic Thought (Compulsory) 1
• War and International Relations (Compulsory) 1
• Economic Aspects of War (Compulsory) 1
• Insurgency and Counter-Insurgency or Himalaya Kingdoms (Nepal, Bhutan)
• Practical

M.A. Defence Studies Syllabus Semester II

• Strategic Thought (Compulsory) 2
• War and International Relations Since 1945 (Compulsory) 2
• Economic Aspects of War (Compulsory) 2
• Indian Ocean or Theories of War and Peace
• Practical

M.A. Defence Studies Syllabus Semester III

• National Security (Compulsory) 1
• International Law-Laws of Peace (Compulsory) 1
• Disarmament and Arms Control (Compulsory) 1
• Indian Military History 1 or Disaster Management 1
• Practical

M.A. Defence Studies Syllabus Semester IV

• Indian National Security (Compulsory) 2
• International Law-Laws of War (Compulsory) 2
• Disarmament and Arms Control (Compulsory) 2
• Indian Military History 2 or Disaster Management 2
• Practical

M.A. Defence Studies Document Requirement

1. Graduation Mark sheet and certificate.
2. Post-Graduation Mark sheet and certificate.
3. Class X and XII Mark sheet and certificate.
4. Valid entrance test scorecard.
5. Original and photocopy of application form.
6. Migration certificate if needed,
7. Passport size photograph

M.A. Defence Studies Course Benefits

• Degree holders can write articles for newspapers and magazines on various aspects related to national security and the problem of war to make the government and the public aware of national security issues.
• The degree course serves as a foundation for further higher studies and research in this field such as Ph.D. and M.Phil. Degree in Defense Studies.
• After its successful passing, students can apply for UGC-NET or JRF exam; Success in these exams makes teaching or research a good option.

After M.A. Defence Studies Job Types

• Enterprise Defence Account Manager
• Defence Quality Inspector
• Policy & Advice Service Delivery Head
• Key Account Manager
• Regional Service Manager Defence Vehicles
• Defence Delivery Head

Advance Course After M.A. Defence Studies

M.Phill (Defence Studies)

Ph.D. (Defence Studies)