Program Overview
The Government and Politics at St. John's University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Government and Politics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Italy and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,170 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,170 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Government and Politics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Media and Politics
- US Intelligence Policy
- American National Security Policy
- International Organization
- Global Environmental Politics
- Politics of Revolution, War, and Terrorism
- Politics of the Middle East
- Politics of the European Union
- Politics of the Welfare State
- Modern Political Ideologies
- Politico-Religious Mass Movements
- Global Politics of Gender
- Ethical Problems in Government and Public Administration
- Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining in Government
- State and Local Government
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
For admission to graduate studies in the Department of Government and Politics, students are expected to have an undergraduate preparation of at least 18 credits in government and politics, political science, or an equivalent field, and a 3.0 GPA. Any deficiency in preparation may require supplementary or conditional credits in the form of suitable graduate courses, as determined by the department.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,170 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,170 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,170 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,170 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact St. John's University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About St. John's University
St. John's University
City of New York, United States
St. John's University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months