Key Features


  • Students can design their own academic paths by combining subjects from various disciplines, aligning their degree with individual career aspirations.

  • The programme mirrors global standards seen at leading institutions such as UPenn, UCL, University of California Berkeley, and University of Edinburgh, ensuring comprehensive learning and collaboration opportunities.

  • Integrated industry partnerships and internships provide hands-on experience, bridging academic learning with professional practice.

  • A Capstone project in the final year equips students with the skills to tackle real-world challenges and enhances employability.

Programmes Offered

Undergraduate Programs (Four-Year Degree)


BA (Hons) Liberal Arts

3 years Under Graduate

Pure majors, at IILM's Department of Liberal Arts, are specialised academic programmes dedicated to the in-depth study of a single discipline.

Eligibility Criteria

Completion of 10+2 from any recognised board in India or overseas, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

Majors & Minors

MAJORS
  • Political Science
  • Economics & Public Policy
  • International Relations & Geopolitics
  • English Literature
MINORS
Design
Visual communication, storytelling, and UX fundamentals.
Psychology
Human behavior, perception, and emotional response.
Communication
Messaging, persuasion, and audience engagement.
Management
Planning, leadership, and strategic execution.
Business Analytics
Data-driven insights and decision-making.
Law
Media law, regulation, and institutional frameworks.

Know your Faculty

Prof. (Dr) Roshni Sengupta

Professor and HoD

Dr Pooja Gupta

Associate Professor

Dr Shivani Sharma

Assistant Professor

Dr Shakeel Anjum

Associate Professor

Dr Aparna Vijayan

Assistant Professor

Dr Jatin Mohan

Assistant Professor

Dr Prachi Gupta

Assistant Professor

Recent Faculty Work / Achievements / Publications

Dr Roshni Sengupta

Dr Roshni Sengupta

Published “Operation Sindoor: India’s New Normal” (2025), examining India’s response to terrorism following the 2025 Pahalgam attack.

The book highlights coordination between armed forces, government agencies, and diplomatic institutions, marking a new national security paradigm.

Visiting / PoP / Masterclasses / Guest Lectures

Dr Roshni Sengupta

Prof. Mihir Bholey

Former Principal Faculty, National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad

Design Thinking in Research (Guest FDP)

Dr Roshni Sengupta

Dr Aaliya Ram

PhD, Princeton University

Cuts Among Equals: Social Abstraction in Manto and Karl Marx

Dr Roshni Sengupta

Dr Poonam Barua

Founder Chairman, Forum for Women in Leadership

Leadership and Role of Women

Dr Roshni Sengupta

Dr Fernando Garibay

Founder & Chairman, Garibay Institute

Guest Interaction Session

Dr Roshni Sengupta

Dr Jose Luis Vivero Pol

UN Systems Coordinator (Cameroon)

Food Systems Lecture

Summer Research / Internship Programs

The Department of Liberal Arts at IILM University, Gurugram offers Summer Research and Internship Programs designed to provide students with meaningful experiential learning opportunities. These programs allow students to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world application through placements with think tanks, NGOs, media organizations, research institutions, and policy bodies.

Under the guidance of faculty and industry mentors, students engage in interdisciplinary projects spanning public policy, communication, psychology, culture, and society. This hands-on experience enhances their analytical thinking, research capabilities, and professional skills, while also expanding their industry exposure and networks.

By integrating academic learning with practical engagement, the program equips students for diverse career pathways and advanced academic pursuits.

Global Collaborations, Visiting Scholars & MoUs with Academia and Industry

The Department of Liberal Arts at IILM University, Gurugram actively fosters global academic engagement through international collaborations, visiting scholars, and strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading universities and industry partners.

These partnerships enable faculty and student exchanges, joint research initiatives, guest lectures, and collaborative academic programs. Visiting scholars from diverse institutions enrich the academic environment by bringing global perspectives into classrooms and research discussions.

Additionally, MoUs with industry organizations facilitate internships, live projects, and knowledge-sharing opportunities.

Through these initiatives, the department strengthens interdisciplinary learning, enhances research capabilities, and prepares students to navigate complex global challenges in an increasingly interconnected world.

Meet our students and alumni

Areas of Learning

After completing the foundational curriculum, students pursue a Major in Liberal Arts, with focused study in one of the following areas, and pair it with a minor from another discipline. Combining Liberal Arts with design strengthens visual and cultural understanding. Pairing with communication sharpens public discourse and narrative skill. Links with psychology deepen insight into human behaviour, while management and analytics support policy, governance, and organisational roles. Technology and law add structural and regulatory understanding.

In alignment with NEP 2020, the University offers Value Added Courses (VAC), Skill
Enhancement Courses (SEC), and Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC) to all students. The curriculum also includes offerings in Creative and Performing Arts (Music, Theatre, Sculpture, Portraiture), Design and Media (Photography, Speculative Design, Film Appreciation), and Humanities and Lifestyle Studies (Food Ethics, Culinary Arts, Mind and Behaviour).

Career Pathways

for Liberal Arts Students

Industry Sector
Career Pathways
Relevant Minor Combinations
🏛️ Public Policy & Governance
Policy Analyst, Government Consultant, Public Affairs Advisor
Political Science, Economics, Law, Business Analytics

🌍 International Relations & Diplomacy
Diplomatic Services, International Development Specialist
International Affairs, Economics, Law, Communication

📊 Research, Think Tanks & Academia
Research Associate, Think Tank Fellow, Academic Researcher
Economics, Political Science, Data Analytics

🤝 NGO & Development Sector
Programme Manager, Advocacy Specialist, Social Impact Consultant
Sociology, Psychology, Management, Communication

🎭 Culture, Heritage & Creative
Cultural Manager, Arts Administrator, Content Curator
Design, Communication, English

🏢 Corporate & Social Responsibility
CSR Manager, Sustainability Analyst, Ethics Officer
Management, Economics, Law, Psychology

Frequently Asked Questions

A Liberal Arts education is an interdisciplinary approach that develops critical thinking, analytical reasoning, communication skills, and ethical awareness. Students study across multiple disciplines such as political science, economics, international relations, and literature to understand complex global issues.

Political Science
Economics and Public Policy International Relations and Geopolitics English Literature

Minors are secondary areas of specialization that complement a student’s major. They help broaden knowledge, develop additional skills, and customize academic pathways based on career goals.

Design, Psychology, Communication, Management, Business Analytics, Law

Year 1: Foundational courses
Year 2: Core major courses
Year 3: Advanced courses + minor
Year 4: Capstone project / internships

Yes. The program encourages interdisciplinary combinations like Political Science with Law or Economics with Business Analytics.

Public policy, diplomacy, research, NGOs, creative industries, and corporate social responsibility roles.

Yes. Students undertake internships, field projects, and experiential learning for real-world exposure.

Students can participate in faculty-led research, independent studies, and final-year capstone projects.

Yes. Graduates can pursue postgraduate studies in public policy, IR, economics, law, sociology, and management.

Critical thinking, research, communication, public speaking, policy analysis, and interdisciplinary reasoning.

The program builds analytical ability, adaptability, and communication skills needed for evolving career environments.

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