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| Application Deadline: | January 25 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 11,000 - | ||
| Location: | Budapest / Hungary / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 10 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 (One Year)
The program offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary curriculum in contemporary political issues and research methods. It places emphasis on comparative European politics and political economy, normative political theory, and the study of democracy. A wide range of courses in these fields of the discipline is offered.
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
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
* 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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