Program Overview
The Experimental Programme in Political Arts (SPEAP) at Sciences Po is a Master 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 Experimental Programme in Political Arts (SPEAP) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across France 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: EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Paris, France
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Experimental Programme in Political Arts (SPEAP) programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- one core course, 4 h per week: « Performances and Political Arts » (Bruno Latour, Jean-Michel Frodon and Frédérique Aït-Touati)
- one workshop, 4 h per week (practical exercises, commissions)
- one common core curriculum course
- three elective courses to choose among the courses of the School of Public Affairs, according to the professional objectives of the student
- three intensive weeks to develop practical skills and methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admissions
Twenty students are selected each year, upon examination of the application materials (presentation of work related to the admission theme) and secondly upon an oral interview.
Application materials
- a CV
- a motivation letter
- two academic or professional references
- an indication of language proficiency: English and French
- excerpts of applicant\'s work. All supports are accepted but must remain synthetic: 20 pages maximum for images and text, 10 minutes maximum for sound or video.
- one proposal on the theme. The work submitted by the applicant may be artistic or scientific formats. All forms will be accepted but must remain synthetic: 20 pages maximum for images and text, 10 minutes maximum for sound or video.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Sciences Po 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 Sciences Po
Sciences Po
France
higher-education institution in Paris, France
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
