Objectives of the Department of Political Science

The objectives of the Department of Political Science are consistent with the objectives of the University of Jaffna in general and the Faculty of Arts in particular.

• To guide students properly

• To create and maintain a significant intellectual environment for the teaching and research activities in the field of political science to the advancement of knowledge and service to the public.

• To design program to meet the educational and technological demands of the disciplines represented in the Department

• To develop students comprehension of political thinking, the application of communication and analytical skills that will help them succeed in their chosen careers

• To provide students both a survey of political institutions and processes within governments and societies and a set of analytical skills to promote employment and quality of life

• To broaden their understanding of cultural diversity

• To prepare students to become informed dynamic citizen

• To introduce taught post graduate programs in the field of Political Science in collaboration with the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

Our students are therefore challenged, encouraged, and supported to attain the highest levels of knowledge, skills, and character in order to enhance their competencies to suit for a career in local and global job markets.