Undergraduate Studies

Graduate Attribute

BA Honours with Research in Political Science

Disciplinary knowledge

Capable of developing core disciplinary expertise in political theory, contemporary politics and thought, international affairs, as well as interdisciplinary perspectives to be able to critically analyse rapidly changing political and social realities.

Communication Skills

Ability to express thoughts and ideas effectively and confidently in writing and orally; demonstrate the ability to listen carefully, read and write analytically, and present complex information in a clear and concise manner to different groups.

Critical thinking

Knowledge of paradigms, ability to recognise patterns and categorise ideas

Problem solving

Developing competence to move beyond confines of conventional curriculum, to identify interconnections between various aspects of problem solving

Analytical reasoning

To deduce inferences from raw data, make sense of trends, evaluate claims on the basis of logical reasoning

Research-related skills

Various methods of data collection, being aware of and developing skills to engage and evaluate ongoing debates

Scientific reasoning

Awareness of different types of information, techniques of data collation and analysis

Reflective thinking

Appreciation of diversity and one's positionality, develop critical sensibility to lived experiences, with self - awareness and reflexivity of both self and society in a globalised world.

Information/digital literacy

Capabilities to comprehend the possibilities and limitations of a variety of ICT and information sources, and to promote prudent and context appropriate use

Self-directed learning

Program is designed to promote independent thinking, goal setting, meeting timelines, managing resources judiciously, effective decision-making

Multicultural competence

Exposure to different cultures and multicultural spaces through the latest research in international politics and culture

Moral and ethical awareness/reasoning

Inculcating ethical learning practices and promoting academic integrity. Developing a humanistic perspective for emphathetic learning and encouraging collegiality

Leadership readiness / qualities

Developing capabilities to take initiatives, responsibilities, to contribute and take along the group and be a proactive learner

Lifelong learning

Willingness to learn and unlearn, flexibility and adaptability to work in different situations, gaining generic skills and acquiring multiple perspectives