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Political Science (Two Years) – (M.A.)
Central European University (CEU)
Political Science Department
| Application Deadline: | January 25 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 11,000 | ||
| Location: | Budapest / Hungary / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 20 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Central European University (CEU)
The Department of Political Science focuses on several areas of political science, with a special emphasis on comparative politics. The curriculum examines questions of political theory, democratization, constitutional politics, political economy, mass media, electoral behavior, party politics, research methodology and European politics. In 2009, the department received a five-star ranking in Europe from the Center for Higher Education Development.
Master of Arts in Political Science (Two Years)
The program is designed for students with a three-year Bachelor’s degree in political science or a related discipline. Students have the opportunity to explore comparative politics, political economy, political communication, and political theory.
Career Paths
Graduates of the department pursue doctoral and post-doctoral studies at leading European and US universities, or find employment in politics, political analysis, the media, civil service, international non-governmental organizations and research organizations, business and government.
Contents
Selected Areas of Research
* Political institutions
* Party systems
* Comparative political economy
* Media policy
* Analytical and normative political theory
* Constitutional theory
* Political sociology
* European politics, democratization
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
* Proof of English proficiency
* First degree in political science, economics, sociology, history or law (other degrees also given consideration)
* Curriculum vitae
* Letters of recommendation
* Statement of purpose
* Essay on an issue or problem in political science
* Writing sample
* CEU-administered test of writing ability
* Complete online application at:
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 570 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 230 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 88 |
Accreditation
CEU and all its degree programs are registered and accredited in the US. The University and an increasing number of its programs are also accredited in Hungary. In addition, several CEU degrees are awarded jointly with other leading European universities. Thus, CEU education is globally recognized and highly valued opening unique career prospects for its graduates all over the world.
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