Political Science
Politics is how communities settle their differences and achieve their goals. As a result, politics is everywhere and at all levels from the local to the global. This programme offers a broad orientation in International Relations, Political Economy, Public Policy and Governance, Comparative Politics and Political Theory.
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Study programme
In the Bachelor’s in Political Science, you study the urgent issues that the world faces, including migration and economic crises, terrorist threats, rising populism and xenophobia, and polarisation in society. At the same time, you also explore possible solutions.
After graduation
You will be awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Political Science. This qualifies you for Master’s or Research Master’s programmes in the social sciences and related disciplines, as well a range of professional career opportunities.
Is Political Science for you?
Are you interested in:
- this dynamic world, its challenges and its opportunities
- the world as it is and how it might be improved
- topics as: migration, economic crises, terrorist threats and rising populism?
Then Political Science might be the right choice for you!
| Degree programme | BSc Political Science |
|---|---|
| Mode | Full-time |
| Credits | 180 ECTS, 36 months |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Starts in | September |
| CROHO code | 56606 |