All About MA (Arts): Eligibility | Top Colleges | Job Prospects

All About MA: MA or Master of Arts is a 2-year postgraduate degree in the field of humanities, arts and liberal arts. Students who are interested to make their career in non-science fields such as administration, political consulting and prominent government departments usually pursue the course to make bright and prosperous future ahead.

“The arts and humanities teach us who we are and what we can be. They lie at the very core of the culture of which we’re apart.” – Barack Obama

Art has always been a fascinating choice of students among all subjects. With the increasing spread of art and culture in all fields- be it literature, visual arts, music, drama, dance, film, entertainment, sports, journalism etc. the demand for professionals in the field is on high. M.A. increases one’s capabilities and skills such as creative writing, logical reasoning, communication skills and analytical skills.

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All About MA: Eligibility

• A minimum of 50% or its equivalent must be secured by the students at graduation level.
• Relaxation up to 5% is entitled to candidates who belong to SC/ST/OBC and differently-abled categories.
• Candidates should have completed their Bachelor’s degree in any field (preferably in the field of arts) from University that is recognized by the UGC (University Grants Commission) of India.
• Students who are in the final year of their Bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply.
• There are some entrance exams conducted by the colleges or universities for getting admission in M.A. The candidate should clear the exam with good marks and personal interview round.

Top MA Colleges in India

• St. Stephens College, University of Delhi, Delhi
• Hindu College, University of Delhi, Delhi
• Miranda House, University of Delhi, Delhi
• Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi
• Osmania University, Hyderabad
• Hansraj College, University of Delhi, Delhi
• Loyola College, Chennai
• Christ University, Bangalore
• Indraprastha College for Women, University of Delhi, Delhi
• Madras Christian College, Chennai

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MA Job Prospects

M.A. studies provide a lot of opportunity to the students that help them to find relevant jobs across all the sectors.

• Content Writer – The role is to prepare content for the website or magazine.
• Journalist – Responsible for reporting after gathering information, writing and presentation.
• Social Worker – Works for a social cause, associated with NGOs and fight for the rights of the animals, environmental awareness etc.
• Teacher/Professor – Their role is to educate and inspire the youths of the nation and provide knowledge at their best.
• Operation Associate – Provides assistance to the operations manager in the daily management of the business.
• Psychologist – A person who studies normal and abnormal conditions in mental states.
• Marketing Manager – Responsible for managing the promotion of a brand of a product.
• Consultant – They are hired for making decisions.

Master of Arts Specializations

There are various specializations that one can choose in order to pursue an MA degree course. Some of them are mentioned below –

• MA in English
• MA in Hindi
• MA in Philosophy
• MA in Political Science
• MA in Psychology
• MA in History
• MA in Economics
• MA in Sociology

Various universities in India require you to pursue bachelors in the specialization that you want to study during the MA degree course.

All About MA: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is the fee structure of an M.A. degree programme?

The average fee for an M.A. degree programme is Rs.30,000-50,000 per annum.

Note- Fee may vary with colleges

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• What is the scope of the MA degree?

Candidates with an MA degree can go for further studies like PhD and M.Phil or they can apply for jobs in private and public sectors.

• What is the average salary of a candidate having an M.A. degree?

The average salary offered is up to INR 4.5 LPA. The salary varies according to the job roles chosen by the candidates.