Overview

The MA degree programme in Political Science from University of Salzburg, which is taught in English, is aimed at BA graduates who plan to deepen the knowledge of political science and its methods they have acquired during their BA degree programme.

Key features

Students can focus on the subject areas of Democracy and Legitimacy; Comparative Political Science; Politics on Multiple Levels: Austria and Europe; and International Relations. Students will be systematically introduced to two of these subject areas in their scientific research.

The MA degree programme in Political Science prepares students for an academic career, but it also opens up a wide variety of career options beyond university. Graduates are especially qualified for responsible tasks in public administration, lobbying and non-government organizations (NGOs), in the field of PR and foreign ministries.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Comparative Politics

Multilevel Politics – Austria and Europe

International Relations

Socio-ecological crises

Methods in Political Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-05 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-08-10 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

76

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salzburg, Austria

Disciplines

Political Science View 4 other Masters in Political Science in Austria

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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

95

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PTE Academic

76

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Other requirements

General requirements

In order to be admitted to the MA degree course in Political Science, students must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Political Sciences or in a related field from an accredited inland or international institution of higher education.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1454 EUR / year

≈ 1454 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

EU citizens are exempt from paying tuition fees during the designated study period and the additional semester and have to pay only the Student’s Union fee.

Living costs

Salzburg

Austria

900 - 1290 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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