Program Overview
The Political Science at Central European University (CEU) is a MA programme in Social Sciences 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 social sciences. 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 Political Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Hungary 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Budapest, Hungary
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Political Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Academic Writing For Political Science
- Analyzing Democracy: Theory, Practice, Innovations
- Applied Statistics
- Automated Text Analysis In Political Science
- Backsliding Into Authoritarianism
- Comparative Area Studies: Disciplinary And Regional Studies Paradigm
- Comparative Case Study Research
- Comparative European Politics
- Comparative Politics
- Concepts In Political Economy
- Constitutionalism And Democracy
- Democracy Between Crisis And Transformation: Normative And Institutional Perspectives
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Completed\xc2\xa0CEU Application Form
- Letters of Recommendation
- Academic Records
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Program-Specific Requirements
- Proof of English Proficiency
- Application Fee
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Central European University (CEU) 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 Central European University (CEU)
Central European University (CEU)
Budapest, Hungary
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-19
- Language English
- Duration 12 months