Port Blair, June 20: The aim of the Master’s Degree in Political Science (MPS) of Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is to provide the learners a sound base in political studies by an in-depth investigation into a broad range of political phenomena at the national, regional and international levels. The programme provides option for specialising in Political Theory, Comparative Politics, International Relations and Indian Government and Politics. Learners would thus acquire skills in political analysis as well as sharpen their critical and analytical abilities. This is a 64 credits programme with compulsory and optional courses. The student has to take compulsory courses worth 32 credits in the first year and optional courses worth 32 credits in the second year Students will have option to do project and write 8 credit dissertation leading to specialization. Eligibility for MPS is Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognized University. The duration of the programme is two years. However it can be completed in a maximum period of 5 years. For details, visit IGNOU Website- www. ignou.ac. in or contact nearest IGNOU Regional Centre/Study Centre.

Prospectus can be obtained from Regional Centre, Port Blair in person for Rs.200/-, or by post by sending a DD of Rs.250/- in favour of IGNOU, New Delhi, to Registrar (Student Registration Division), Indira Gandhi National Open University, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-68.It can be downloaded from the university website www. ignou.ac. in. The Last Date for receipt of Applications has been extended till 30^th June 2013 (without late fee).