Q.1. What is the procedure for admissions into B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.) Programme Ans.: Step 1. Register online at www.jsia.edu.in/admissions. Once this is done you will receive welcome mail from Admissions Department. Step 2. Submit the Online Application Form and JSAT (Jindal Scholastic Aptitude Test). Step 3. Receive the Admission Offer Letter Step 4. Payment of Registration fee of Rs. 50,000/- within 10 days of the Admission Offer Letter. However, in case, you choose not to join the course, after deduction of the processing fee Rs. 1,000/- remaining Rs. 49,000/- would be refundable. Step 5. Report to the School on 1 st August, 2016 by paying the 1 st semester fees Q.2. Whom to contact Ans.: Please contact the following for enquiries: Issues regarding uploading on the website Ms. Ruchi: Ruchi Gaur <rgaur@jgu.edu.in>; Mobile: 91-8396907294 Admission Related Ms. Swarnima Singh; swarnima@jgu.edu.in; Mobile:-91-8930110964 Ms. Prerna: prerna@jgu.edu.in: Mobile:- 8396907491 For Curriculum and Pedagogy Prof. (Dr.) Rajdeep Pakanati; rpakanati@jgu.edu.in; Mobile:-91-8930110873 Prof. (Dr.) Samrat Sinha; ssinha@jgu.edu.in: Mobile:- 91-8930110871 Prof. (Dr.) Sreeram Sundar Chaulia; schaulia@jgu.edu.in;91-8930110700 Q.3. What are the Key features of this course? Key information about this course Ans.: Location Sonipat, India School Placement option Study Level Course Length Jindal School of International Affairs O.P. Jindal Global University(JGU) Yes Undergraduate Full-time 3 years (Six Semesters)
Course Commencement 1 August 2017 End Date 31 st July 2020 Attendance types Tution Fee Fee for Food, Accommodation and Laundry On Campus Full-time INR 3 lac per annum (unchanged for all three years) INR 2 lac per annum (subject to change after 1 st year) Q.4. Is there any kind of Scholarship available and what are the criteria for the same? Ans.: Many of our students benefit from different scholarships depending on their communication skills, social & financial background, performance in the Essay writing (which is a part of the online application process) and JSAT (applicable to the domiciles of Haryana State only). Q.5. Does the University provide the students with facility of Educational Loans? Ans.: JGU has established tie-ups with HDFC Bank, IDBI Bank, PNB, AVANSE and SBI to facilitate educational loans for students who are admitted to the B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.) programme. Q.6. What are the key features of JSIA? Ans.: Distinctive Features of JSIA Global curriculum and pedagogy. Partnerships with the best educational establishments around the world. Multidisciplinary courses to train students in emerging areas of global policy studies. Internationally qualified teaching and research faculty from top universities around the world. International Studies library with over 50,000 volumes and extensive electronic databases. International student and faculty exchange programmes. Q.7. Can you provide an overview of the Course? Ans.: This exciting course provides students with an excellent grounding in the development and dilemmas of Global Affairs in today s globalizing world. The course is practically oriented and you will gain experience and develop your skills through formal opportunities to interact with serving and former diplomats and other international Faculties. Apart from the Global Curriculum on Global Affairs, you can also choose from variety of the electives being offered besides the assessment tasks. There are also excellent opportunities for you to pursue a specific interest, such as a particular region (e.g., the Middle East or Africa, South Asia, SAARC, European) or to
study a language (French, Spanish, Mandarin & Arabic). Our teaching team can also support you in getting an Internship with a relevant organisation in your final year.
Our graduates can enjoy career opportunities in organisations involved in international negotiation and global governance including: non-governmental organisations, aid and development agencies, international business, and national diplomatic services. Also, the greater opportunities can be availed after completing the Masters programme in Diplomay, Law & Bussines {M.A. (D.L.B.) of our School. Q.8. Ans. What is so special about the Faculty for B.A.(Hons.) (G.A.) programme at the JSIA? JSIA has faculty members from some of the most reputed higher education institutions around the world. The expertise, research, and experiences of our faculty members make the B.A.(Hons.) (G.A.) programme one of its kind in Asia. Q.9. Ans.: Is there a provision of Optional Language Training? Students can opt for an additional Intensive Foreign Language Training Certificate after graduation to be eligible for applying to foreign universities for a Masters degree. Added value: Students secure work placements in embassies, government departments and non-governmental organisations such as Amnesty International, UN offices. Q.10. How the progression does to M.A. (D.L.B.) happens? Ans.: B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.) students who graduate at the end of 3 years will have a special opportunity to progress directly to JSIA s Masters in Diplomacy, Law & Business- M.A. (DLB) programme, subject to high meritorious academic performance in the B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.). Those who progress to the M.A. (DLB) can opt for a second M.A. from Queen Mary University of London UK; University of Leeds, UK; or University of Warsaw, Poland. Q.11. What are the Entry requirements for this Course? Ans. Ideally the prospective students are expected to have the following standard entry requirements: Passed 10+2 or equivalent from CBSE or any other recognized education board The medium of instruction is English JSAT is mandatory for admission in B.A. G.A. For registration kindly click:http://www.pearsonvue.com/jsat/ All applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Shortlisted prospective students claiming Scholarship as a Haryana Domicile are to submit a selfattested copy of the requisite certificate issued by the competent Administrative Authority like SDM/Tehsildar of their respective area.
Q.12. What is the course structure? Ans.: Course structure Semester I Introduction to Academic College Writing Philosophy I (Continental & Non- Western Philosophy) Political Science I (Political Theory) International History I (Diplomatic History) International Economics I (Microeconomics) YEAR 1 Semester II Critical Reading and Writing Sociology-I(Foundations of Society & Social Groups) Political Science II (Comparative Politics) International History II (International Relations since 1945) International Economics II (Macroeconomics) Semester III Sociology II (Social Institutions & Social Change) Philosophy II (Contemporary Thought) Political Science III (Comparative Government & Politics) International History III (Decolonization and the Third World) International Economics III (Development Economics) Semester V Foreign Policy Analysis II (Comparative Foreign Policies) International Security II (War & Terrorism) International Human Rights (Civil, Economic & Political Rights) Culture and Media Studies II (Cross Cultural Communication) International Organizations II (Global Financial Institutions) SUMMER INTERNSHIP YEAR 2 Semester IV Foreign Policy Analysis I (Determinants of Foreign Policy) International Security I (Peace and Conflict) Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis (Statistical Tools) Culture and Media Studies I (Foreign Journalism and News) International Organizations I (UN System and NGOs) SUMMER INTERNSHIP YEAR 3 Semester VI History and Politics of Africa Understanding Latin America Contemporary Europe Politics of the Middle East Introduction to the Asia Pacific
How is the assessment done? Modes of assessment on this course comprise practically-oriented assignments such as reports, presentations, portfolios comprising blog entries and other forms of reflective writing, briefing papers, individual and group research projects, and case studies. This is in addition to essays and subjective written examinations. Q.13. What are the career opportunities available? Ans. Career opportunities A Career Director assists students in finding the right internships in the United Nations system, other internships in the United Nations system, other intergovernmental, regional anon-governmental organisations, financial institutions, think tanks and diplomatic missions. The curriculum of the B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.) includes a mandatory guided internship requirement that prepares students for career in the multiple opportunities afforded by ever-expanding career streams like Peace and Conflict Resolution, International Justice, International Economic Development, Humanitarian Relief, Human Rights Advocacy, Political and Economic Risk Analysis etc. Graduates of JSIA go on to become versatile international affairs professionals. Q.14. What kinds of international collaboration does JSIA have? Ans.: As part of your studies, you have opportunities to engage with serving and former diplomats and other practitioners in international negotiation, both on- and off-campus. Opportunities also exist for study abroad in Europe, Asia, and Africa. JSIA provides students with the opportunity to be taught by world renowned professors from prestigious international institutions. JSIA has a number of student exchange programmes with some of the top schools in international affairs. These include Indiana University s School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA), U.S.A.; Bush School of Government and Public Service, Texas A&M University, U.S.A.; School of International Service, American University, U.S.A.; Ryerson University, Canada; Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Wroclaw, Poland; Centre for European Studies, Katholieke Universitet (KU), Leuven, Belgium; Faculty of Humanities, Leiden University, The Netherlands; National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan; Kyung Hee University, South Korea; and Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan. B.A.(Hons.) (G.A.) students can also go to study at Oxford University for summer school. B.A.(Hons.) (G.A.) students also have an option of studying at Carleton University, Canada to earn a second Bachelor s Degree in Global and International Studies through academic collaboration with JSIA.
Q.15. How to apply for B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.) Ans.: Applicants to the B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.) at JSIA must have successfully passed the examination at the 10+2 level of schooling or its equivalent. Students who will complete 10+2 in 2015 can also apply. This course is open to students from any stream including Arts, Commerce, and Science etc. All applicants need to fill the B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.) admissions form, which includes an essay exam, and pay an application fee. Both can be done through the JSIA website hyperlink it to the URL (http://www.jsia.edu.in/admissions). Students with SAT or ACT scores need not take the JSAT. Early applicants will get priority in receiving scholarships. Q.16. Ans. What are the specific Scholarships available to a Student? O.P. Jindal Outstanding Merit Scholarships. The top five essay exam scorers who enroll in the B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.) programme will be awarded the O.P. Jindal Outstanding Merit Scholarship of variable amount. Shallu Jindal Outstanding Women Scholarships. The aim of the scholarship, which is of variable amount, is to nurture, encourage and support outstanding women to enter the field of international studies. Savitri Jindal Merit-cum-Means Fellowships. This fellowship is for outstanding students who may not otherwise be able to afford the full fees of the B.A. (Hons.) (G.A.). Naveen Jindal Young Global Scholarships. The aim of the scholarship, which is of variable amount, is to nurture, encourage and support young global leaders. It will be awarded on the basis of an independent selection process, which includes an assessment of the candidates grades in his/her 10+2 level of schooling or its equivalent, extracurricular achievements etc. Haryana Domicile. Meritorious Haryana domicile students qualify for fee concessions to study at JSIA. Q.17. What are the Contact details for OP Jindal Global University? Ans. Admissions Office, OP Jindal Global University Sonipat-Narela Road, Sonipat, Haryana, PIN-131001 ((NCR of Delhi), India