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    Political Science degrees abroad

    A degree in political science aims to give you an understanding in the fundamentals of political thought, government, international relations, and political systems. It should provide you with all the tools you’ll need to understand political institutions and processes, and prepare you for a career working in government or a related field.

    As constant political change and upheaval dominate our headlines and lives today, studying political science will help you understand the structures and ideas that shape global politics. If you have an inquisitive mind and passion for understanding how governments work, a degree in political science could be right for you.

    Political science programs are available all over the world, however they are most common in the US. In many countries, including the UK, a similar program will be offered as a politics degree, which will cover many of the same areas.

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    Political Science program structure

    Political science degrees are offered at all levels, including bachelor’s and master’s. At undergraduate level, you can study political science as a BA, and you will often study it as part of a liberal arts model over four years. This means you can either major or minor in political science along with other academic subjects.

    Political science is more common as a taught master’s program in some countries, and can be studied as an MA or MSc over one or two years. Some universities also offer research led master’s programs and doctorate level degrees.

    The learning and assessment methods of each program will be slightly different, but you can expect to be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops. Assessment of your progress will usually be essays, written exams, and a research based dissertation.

    The program structure and content of each course will differ based on things like the country and university you choose to study in and the level of degree you take. Some of the most common subjects and modules political science programs can cover include:

    • Public administration and policy
    • Political theory
    • International relations
    • Social justice
    • Comparative politics
    • Diplomatic history
    • Political economy
    • International politics

    Types of political science degrees

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    Political Science study abroad programs

    Political science undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in political science

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      Political Science - BA Long Island University Post, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      39,458 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 39,458 USD

      Start date
      September, January
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      History and Political Science - BA (with foundation and placement) Brenau University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      6 years
      Annual tuition fee
      31,000 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 31,000 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      Political Science - BA University of Colorado Denver, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      30,641 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 30,641 USD

      Start date
      June, August, January
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      Political Science: Prelaw - BA University of Central Florida, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      22,468 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 22,468 USD

      Start date
      May, January, September
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      Political Science - BA Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Canada

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      17,118 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 23,224 CAD

      Start date
      May, September, January
      Show program overview about Bachelor of Arts, Major in Political Science

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    Associate in political science

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      Political Science - AA Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Canada

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,521 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 22,415 CAD

      Start date
      May, September, January
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      Political Science - AAS-T Big Bend Community College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      29,789 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 29,789 USD

      Start date
      September
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      Political Science - AA Cuesta College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      12,288 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 12,288 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      Political Science - AA Seattle Central College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      9,687 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD

      Start date
      April, June, September, January
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      Political Science - AA College of Southern Nevada, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      11,048 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 11,048 USD

      Start date
      June, August, January
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    Political science graduate programs

    Master's in political science

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      Arts (Thesis): Political Science and International Relations - MA (Thesis) University of Canterbury, New Zealand

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      19,670 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 32,000 NZD

      Start date
      February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, January
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      Policy Studies Political Science - MA University of Alberta, Canada

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      8,410 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 11,410 CAD

      Start date
      September, January
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      Master of Arts in Political Science (MA) - MA The University of British Columbia, Canada

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      7,002 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 9,500 CAD

      Start date
      September
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      Political Science Feminist and Gender Studies - MA University of Ottawa, Canada

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,329 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 19,440 CAD

      Start date
      September, January
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      Political Science - MA Simon Fraser University, Canada

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      34,959 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 47,429 CAD

      Start date
      September, January
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    Doctorate in political science

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      Political Science and International Relations - PhD University of Canterbury, New Zealand

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      4,363 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 7,099 NZD

      Start date
      February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, January
      Show program overview about Political Science and International Relations

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    Diploma in political science

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      Political science - GDip Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      4,710 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 6,390 CAD

      Start date
      September
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    Future political science careers

    Many political science graduates are eager to pursue a career in politics or government, however you’ll also gain a number of transferable skills that most employers value. Some of the most popular careers for political science graduates include:

    • Policy analyst
    • Political journalist
    • Political risk analyst
    • Politician’s assistant
    • Government researcher
    • Public relations executive
    • Political consultant

    You will develop strong writing, research and communication skills, which are applicable to a wide range of sectors, so don’t restrict your job search to politics roles.

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