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Overview
It provides expertise of great relevance for those inclined to compete for a career within global- and domestic politics, public administration and civil society. The Political Science programme is offered by University of Gothenburg.
This expertise includes the quality of government and corruption, public opinion and democracy, the process of democratization, social dilemmas, political institutions and environmental politics.
We offer highly qualified studies in research method, both quantitative and qualitative. The opportunity to specialize in research method, through a selection of four different courses on two occasions (one mandatory and one optional) accounts for an additional preparation of our students for the job market.
Of course, the programme also brings the opportunity to internship, for either a half or a full semester. Diplomat, political advisor, project manager and analyst are examples of professions among the members of our alumni network.
Career
The Master's Programme in Political Science is a state of the art education that prepares you for a professional career with advanced analysis of politics and society as a central element. Political scientists typically work within the field of research and investigation, power monitoring, public opinion formation, public administration, or politics. The degree also gives qualification to apply for doctoral studies in Political Science.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:
- The Quality of Government in a Comparative Perspective
- Global Security and Democracy
- Citizens, Politicians, and the Media: Evaluating Democratic Processes
- Further electives in the main field of political science, (including The Performance of Democracies)
- Environmental Politics and Institutions
- Varieties of Democracy and Democratization
- Applied Statistical Analysis
- Applied Qualitative Research Methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Political Science View 20 other Masters in Political Science in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Bachelor's degree and at least 60 higher education credits (hec) in political science or equivalent skills. Applicants must prove their knowledge of English: English 6/English B from Swedish Upper Secondary School or the equivalent level of an internationally recognized test, for example TOEFL, IELTS.
Tuition Fee
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International
8101 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 16203 EUR for the full programme and a duration of 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 0 EUR for the full programme and a duration of 24 months.
- Full programme cost 170 000 SEK
- Application and tuition fees do not apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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