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Overview
How do globalisation processes, including European integration processes, affect the control that states have over their borders or policies?How do tendencies in polarisation, division and separatism within states challenge the legitimacy and authority of the traditional nation state?
If these questions interest you, then the Master's Programme in Democracy, Citizenship and Change will provide you with an excellent chance both to learn more about these complex topics and to explore a research question as part of your thesis project that encompasses these complex and exciting areas of political and social science.
Key facts:
At Dalarna University, you will gain a theoretical and historical understanding of these complex developments by studying concepts such as democracy, state, nation, citizenship and political culture.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The first semester consists of four 7.5 credit courses, all of which have themes relating to the concepts of state, nation, citizenship, democracy and political culture. The historical developments surrounding these concepts, including current challenges, form a common theme in these four courses. The second semester consists of a 15 credit course in methods within social science, with a specific focus on political science, which is followed by a 15 credit master’s degree thesis in Political Science.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Language
English
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90
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
60 ECTS
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Borlänge, Sweden
Disciplines
Political ScienceWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed bachelor’s degree including the equivalant of at least 90 Swedish university credits in Political Science, Sociology, International Relations, Human Rights or Peace and Conflict Studies, and at least 7.5 credits in scientific method within the field of Social Science.
- If you are currently completing the final year of your studies leading to such a degree, then you are welcome to apply.
- An approved statement of purpose.
- Proof of English language proficiency.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents96000 SEK / year≈ 96000 SEK / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA NationalsFree
Additional Details
- EU/EEA citizens are not required to pay tuition fees.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Democracy, Citizenship and Change.
Available Scholarships
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Digital Payment Solution Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
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