Civics & Politics

ABOUT

About

Department of Civics and Politics

The Department of Civics and Politics at the University of Mumbai, established in 1948, stands as a distinguished center for political science and public policy education in India. Located at the Sir Pherozeshah Mehta Bhavan and Research Centre in Vidyanagari, Santacruz (E), Mumbai, the department has been instrumental in shaping scholars, policymakers, and public intellectuals for over seven decades. The department boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure to support its academic endeavors: Virtual Classrooms: Equipped with modern teaching aids, facilitating interactive learning experiences; Library: An independent library housing over 20,000 books; Seminar and Conference Facilities: Spaces designed to host national and international seminars, workshops, and symposiums, fostering academic discourse.

Post Graduate Programs offered:
M.A. (Politics)
A two-year program emphasizing Political Theory, Indian Government and Politics, Comparative Politics, Public Administration, and International Relations. It prepares students for careers in civil services, academia, journalism, and think tanks.

M.A. (Public Policy) (Self-financed)
This multidisciplinary, self-financed two-year program integrates theoretical knowledge with practical experience. Students engage in internships with governmental and non-governmental organizations, gaining insights into policy processes. Career paths include roles in policy consultancy, NGOs, research organizations, and media.

Facilities

Facilities

Library: The Department has an independent library with a special seating arrangement for research students.

Reference Books: 19343

Text Books: 2278

Journals:15

Contact

Contact:
Department of Civics and Politics
Pherozeshah Mehta Bhavan and Research Centre,
University of Mumbai,
Vidyanagari, Santacruz (E),
Mumbai 400 098.
Email: dept.civics.politics@gmail.com

PROGRAMMES

Programmes:

Programmes:

Programme Name	M.A. (Politics)
Eligibility	B.A. with minimum 3 papers in Political Science Graduation in any other subjects are admitted after clearing the ‘Change of Faculty Exam’
Examination Scheme	As per the NEP 2020 50% Internal 50% External, Semester End Examination Individual Passing in Internal and External Examination
Admission	Admission procedure starts in the month of May
Fee Structure (per year excluding Examination Fees)	Indian Students: Unreserved category (Mumbai University): Rs. 6306/- Unreserved category (Other University within Maharashtra):Rs. 6706/- Unreserved category (Other University out of Maharashtra):Rs. 6806/- Reserved category students: Rs. 370/. Foreign students are charged five times more the regular tuition fees. Career Avenues: Civil Services, Research, Teaching, Think Tanks, Media, NGO’s, etc.
Duration	2 Years (04 Semesters)
Course Timings	Monday to Saturday: 10.00 AM to 04.30 PM
Special Features	Internship and Research component

Programme Name	M.A. (Public Policy)
Eligibility	Graduate in any Faculty/Discipline Entrance Test
Examination Scheme	As per the NEP 2020 50% Internal 50% External, Semester End Examination Individual Passing in Internal and External Examination
Admission	Admission procedure starts in the month of May
Fee Structure (per year excluding Examination Fees)	Indian Students: Unreserved category (Mumbai University): Rs. 43,106/-. Unreserved category (Other University within Maharashtra): Rs. 43,506/-. Unreserved category (Other University out of Maharashtra): Rs. 43,606/-. Foreign students are charged five times more the regular tuition fees.
Duration	2 Years (04 Semesters)
Course Timings	Monday to Saturday: 8.00 am onwards
Special Features	Internship and Research component
Career Avenues	Civil Services, Research and Development, NGO’s, Think Tanks, Policy Making, Consultancy firms, Media, Teaching, etc.

SYLLABUS

Syllabus

P.G. Programmes (As per NEP 2020)

1. M.A. (Politics)

i) M.A. (Politics)- Sem I and II

ii) M.A. (Politics)- Sem III and IV

2. M.A. (Public Policy)

i) M.A. (Public Policy)- Sem I and II

STAFF

Faculty

	Name:- Dr. Deepak Pawar Designation:- Professor and Head E-mail:- deepak.pawar@civics.mu.ac.in Area of Interest:- Language Policy and Language Politics in India, Federalism, Politics of Maharashtra. Profile:- Curriculum Vitae Curriculum Vitae in Marathi Phone:- 022 26504457
	Name:- Dr. Liyaqat Ayub Khan Qualification:- M.Sc.,SET, Ph.D. Designation:- Professor, Coordinator M A (Hons) in Public Policy Email:- liyaqatkhan69@gmail.com liyaqat69@politics.mu.ac.in Profile:- Curriculum Vitae Area of Interest : International Politics, International relations, Strategic Studies,Geopolitics, National security, Eurasian Studies and West Asian Studies
	Name:- Dr. Mrudul Nile Qualification:- Designation:- Professor Email:- Profile:- Curriculum Vitae Area of Interest:-
	Name:- Dr. Sachin N. Pardhe Qualification:- M.A., PhD. Designation:- Assistant Professor Email:-sachinnpardhe@gmail.com Profile:- Curriculum Vitae Area of Interest:- South Asia, Security Studies, Regionalism and border studies (South Asia) and Theories of International Relations
	Name:- Dr. Sanhita Joshi Designation:- Assistant Professor E-mail:- sanhita.joshi@civics.mu.ac.in Area of Interest : Governance (Rural & Urban), Public Policy, Development,Ancient Indian Political Thought, Political Theory/ Philosophy Profile:- Curriculum Vitae Phone : 91-22-26543001 (O)
	Name:- Dr. Rohidas Mundhe Designation:- Assistant Professor E-mail:- Area of Interest:- Foreign Policy, Politics of China, Refugee Studies and India’s Neighborhood Politics. Profile:- Curriculum Vitae Phone:-

Ad-hoc Assistant Professors:

Dr. Hanmant Wanole
Ms. Manasi Ahire
Mr. Vikrant Pande

RESEARCH

Research Programme

Programme Name	M.Phil. in Politics
Duration	One Year (Maximum Two Years)
Eligibility	M.A. Politics (General 55% and SC/ST 50% or equivalent grade) Online Entrance Test (As per the UGC Regulations and VCD No. Exam/Thesis/Univ./VCD/947 of 2018
Fee Structure	Fees For Indian Students – Rs. 9,275/- Fees For Foreign Students – Rs. 21,275/-
Course Timings	3 Days a week

Programme Name	Ph.D. in Politics
Duration	3 Year (Minimum)
Eligibility	M.A. in Politics or preferable in sister discipline and fulfilling the criteria as mentioned in the VCD No.: Exam/Thesis/Univ./VCD/947/of 2018.
Fee Structure	Fees for Indian Students,– Rs. 10,725/-Fees for Foreign Students – Rs. 34,725/-

“The Department of Civics and Politics has extended the last date for applying to the PhD programme to 20th June, 2021. Other details remain the same.”
Revised Ph.D. Admission Notification (2020-21).
M.A. (Hons) Public Policy (CBCS) ATKT Examination time table
PhD Admission Notification (2020-21)
M.A. (Hons) Politics ATKT examinations time table
Time Table for Dissertation Viva ATKT 2021
UDCP-PhD Admission Form
UDCP-PhD Admission Notice
Examination Notice
The application date has been extended to 22nd December 2020.
MA (Hons) Public Policy Pre-admission Registration form (2020-21)
MA (Hons) Public Policy Admission Brochure
MA (Hons) Public Policy Admissions Notice
P.G. Diploma in Human Rights, Department of Civics and Politics, University of Mumbai.
Kindly note that the faculty change examination which was scheduled for 11th November 2020 has been postponed to 19th November 2020 (at 11:00 am) after Diwali vacation.
The links for the Admission registration for M.A. (Hons) Politics Semester I, at the Department of Civics and Politics, University of Mumbai.
Post Graduate Diploma Course in Security Studies information
Post Graduate Diploma Course in Security Studies Brochure
Admissions open for Post Graduate Diploma in International studies program in 2020-21 the Academic Year 2020-21
Time table for MA (Hon.) Politics Semester IV (regular) and Semester II (backlog) exams
Sample MCQ of Sem-iv 2019-2020 Interdisciplinary elective ( National Security and Nuclear Order)

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PROGRAMMES

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SYLLABUS

Syllabus

STAFF

RESEARCH

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