Hi Lakshmi

Presently Delhi University or any college affiiated to it, is not offering any course related to defence and strategic studies under B.A. Programme.

But I will help you provide information about some good colleges in India where you can think of pursuing this course.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Bachelor's degree in Defence and Strategic Studies is related to defence and political science. It covers all strategic and domestic issues that affect the security and defence of the nation. This course helps the candidate to gain adequate military education, mainly the historical and geographical aspects. By gaining awareness on war and its associated problems, one can help the government in strategic policy development.

COLLEGES OFFERING THIS COURSE:

1. Guru Nanak College (GNC), affiliated to the University of Madras, Chennai

Eligibility: Applicants should have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (XII Std.) under the 10 plus two pattern prevalent in Tamil Nadu or its equivalent from other universities or boards, However, the colleges grants admission on merit basis followed by personal interview, so your 10+2 score should be 90% and above.

Fee structure: Total tuition fee for 3 year UG course is Rs.60,000

2. Meerut College, affiliated to CCS University, U.P.

Eligibility: Students seeking admission in this college needto register at CCS University website as well as at the college with required details of marksheet and certificates

Fee structure: Nearly Rs. 1200 Annually

3.Allahabad University

Eligibility: Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognised Board of Education.

Fee structure: Rs. 994/- per year , Rs. 2,982/- Total Fees

4. Jodhpur National University

Fee structure - Rs. 46,000 for 3 year programme

Eligibility: Candidate must have at least cleared his/her 12th class with minimum 50% of marks in aggregate from Higher Senior secondary. All SC/ST candidate should have 5% of relaxation. Selection through entrance test and interview.

5. Bapu Mahavidyalaya, Uttar Pradesh

Eligibility: (10+2) or High School Senior Secondary exam by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or any equivalent exam conducted by any State Board or Equivalent. He/She should have secured a minimum 45% Aggregate with English as a subject.

Fee structure: Rs. 14,200 for 3 year course duration

B.A. (DEFENCE AND STRATEGIC STUDIES ) COURSE SUSTAINABILITY

.The course is suitable for those willing to serve our nation in differnet defence forms

.They should have keen observation, intelligence, an eye for detail, team work ability, a logical and a methodical approach.

.They should have a scienitific and analytical approach for solving problems.

SUBJECTS INCLUDED IN THE CURRICULUM

English , Study of War and Peace, Military History of India ,Organization and Management of Indian Defense Forces, World Military History ,Principles of Political Science ,Environmental Studies, Value Education – Human Rights, Economics for Defense and Strategic Studies, Introduction to Journalism, News and News Content, Yoga for Human Excellence, Security aspects of International Relations, Warfare in Independent India, International Law, Economic Aspects of Defense, National Security of India, Military Geography, International Organisations, News Writing procedure and News Story, Armedforces and Society.

COURSE PROSPECTS

The candidates who have passed bachelor's / master's degree in this subject, can start career as lecturers and go for research fields like international relations, geostrategic, geopolitical socio-economic and tactical aspect of war. One can get jobs at Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, education corps, defence journalism and many more fields. Students of defence studies can also join Institute for Defence Studies and Analysis (IDSA), New Delhi as Research Associate / Research Fellow, Research Officer.

All the Best in Decision Making! :)

Hey, Delhi University does not offer BA defense and Strategic studies course but there are some colleges that offer this course. Some of the top colleges and university that you may want to check out are

• Guru Nanak College, Chennai
• Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur
• University of Lucknow, Lucknow
• University of Allahabad, Allahabad
• DR. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra

I hope this helped.

Best wishes