“The syllabus for the M.A. in International Relations and Security Studies at Rashtriya Raksha University has been carefully drawn up to give students maximum exposure not merely to the theory aspects but also practical workings of international policy and affairs. An eye has also been kept on security matters within the overall course syllabus. This M.A. course will benefit its student body immensely.”

“The Master’s programme in International Relations and Security Studies offered by the School of International Cooperation, Security and Strategic Languages at Rashtriya Raksha University is one of its kind. Its syllabus deftly melds theory and praxis, and by so doing makes it as relevant for policymakers as it is for academics. The interesting mix of courses offered and the way they are tailored to the national security debates allows the students and faculty to re-examine some of the more traditional frameworks in a new light. As the national security discourse undergoes a transformation worldwide, this is one of the few programmes in India that is ahead of the curve.”

“The Master’s Programme in International Relations and Security Studies has been tailor made to meet the requirements of our security apparatus. The papers focus on key geographies from an Indian National Security perspective, such as West Asia, Central Asia, Major Powers like the US and important neighbours like China and Pakistan, and on strategic issues and required responses. Crucially it devotes significant time to issues related to Political Economy, Terror Financing etc which are of contemporary relevance. The programme has been prepared by RRU faculty and facilitated by external experts in respective domains. To that extent, it reflects theory and practice of the current situation and includes case studies which will enrich the experience of students in understanding complex situations. It has been structured to meet emerging challenges in the current global environment. It is timely and factual which will equip students to face real life challenges.”

“The Syllabus for the new International Relations and Security Studies Program strikes all the right notes. It provides students with a fundamental and theories based understanding. It equips students with the tools to understand the key components of the international security environment ranging from regional dynamics to political economy. It also teaches Research Methodology and perhaps most importantly, it provides foreign language training to better understand several of India’s most important neighbours and partners. It’s a comprehensive and novel approach that bridges the theoretical and the applied aspects of international relations and security studies. Students will emerge fully prepared to confidently serve as the next generation of security policy leaders.”

“The country’s leadership, which has the responsibility of shaping the security policies and defending the nation from both internal and external threats has to be clearly aware of the challenges of the new era in order to develop new outlook, new thinking and new policies. The M.A. Programme in International Relations and Security Studies programme provides all basic information and relevant knowledge of everything concerning the nation’s security which is really the need of the hour. It has been created with great care and commitment; and it properly enables the future security policy- makers as well as security personnel and experts to serve Mother India in the manner the 21st Century demands.”

“The syllabus developed for the Masters programme in International Relations and Security Studies (with Language specialization) is a thoughtfully designed course providing a comprehensive understanding of complex intersections of Contemporary International Relations, Security Studies and Strategies, Political Economy, Area Studies, the making and shaping of Foreign Policies and doctrines from an Indo-centric perspective. A versatile twoyear program that prepares students to pursue a wide range of careers in the field of international relations, including in national governments, think –tanks specialising in foreign and security policies, variety of IGOs and NGOs and much more. This program is also unique in the sense that it weaves foreign languages with the subject domain. There will be in-person residency sessions with the flexibility of online studies. I must commend the efforts of the University to have introduced such a comprehensive degree programme which would meet the needs of interested domestic and international students along with foreign policy watchers and strategic cognoscenti.”

“The Rashtriya Raksha University has been instituted with the high aim to provide highly professional security, strategic and defence education, research and training in an intellectually stimulating and professional disciplined environment. As the premier Department of the University, it is incumbent on the School of International Cooperation Security and Strategic Languages (SICSSL), to draw curricula for its various courses and training programmes it offers with deliberation so as to achieve those stated objectives. It is therefore gratifying that the Syllabus drawn up by SICSSL for its Master of Arts in International Relations and Security Studies, the flagship course of the Department is entirely in conformity with the objectives of the University and is carefully crafted to provide intending students with insights into both, theoretical and practical perspectives in all relevant areas including foreign policy, international organisations and regimes, peace and conflict studies, political theory, terrorism and political violence and give them opportunity to obtain multiple world views of power structures, how states seek to harness strategic advantage and emergent threats, both at the global and national level. That the Syllabus has given due importance to the evolution of precepts and thoughts through the course of history is amongst its most distinctive aspect. International Relations and Security Studies are both vibrant, growing and constantly evolving disciplines. A convergence in their study provides a rich intersection of diplomacy, politics, security and social issues. The syllabus provides an in-depth understanding of concepts and theories that guide and govern International Relations, key actors including a special focus on major states besides the role of intergovernmental and non-governmental agencies and players. Alongside is the emphasis placed on security issues at the global level that presently afflict humanity as a whole and would do so even more in future as also regional and domestic security threats. Another distinctive feature of the syllabus is the manner it has been structured into various semesters and the sequencing of courses within each semester that ensures cogent and incremental assimilation of knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts and obtaining situations and issues. There is no gainsaying the syllabus would enable SICSSL to be thepremier academic department in its fields of study that incubates a worthy crop of future analysts who would match the needs, expectations and aspirations of security and strategic institutions and the Government.”

“The Chinese language curriculum designed by SICSSL has been done by native Chinese speaking and well experienced faculty. It has been prepared through a consultative process involving renowned academicians and practitioners. It is a well thought out, practical oriented and very useful curriculum. Students will immensely benefit from the Mandarin course at the SICSSL”.

“The One Year Diploma Course and the 5 year MA course in Chinese (Mandarin) language to be launched by the School of International Cooperation Security and Strategic Languages this year offers an unique opportunity for students to learn a language of vital interest to us and at the same time get useful insights into various aspects of the history, culture, politics, socioeconomic and current developments in China. A meticulously curated syllabi and curriculum has been thoughtfully designed by top rated experienced language trainers, practitioners and scholars. It is aimed to provide a blend of practical and comprehensive language skills catering to different practical needs of students. The language training will be imparted by native speakers using scientific tools and modern lab facilities. The M.A. course caters for a practical exposure to a natural environment so that students can hone in their skills, imbibe and comprehend complexities of the language by spending a semester in Taiwan. I believe no other school in the country offers this unique opportunity and facility.”

“The School of International Cooperation, Security and Strategic Languages regards various languages as the best tools to attain the strategic value and function, emphasizing the importance of languages to international affairs and national security. In many international occasions and situation analysis works, in addition to the professional knowledge background, the most important thing is the language mastery. This school can provide the best language teachers and faculties in India, as well as professional courses in international relations, national security, military Mandarin and regional countries’ languages courses, with native-speaking teachers and intensive professional training, and give the student the strategic language skills in a short time.”