Program Overview
The Political Science at Aarhus University is a MSc programme in Social Sciences over 24 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 China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Aarhus, China
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
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Two tracks are offered, one in Danish and one in English. The following Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree programmes will qualify students for admission to the Master\xc2\x92s degree programme in political science, both tracks.
Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree programme in political science from Aarhus University.
Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree programme in political science from the University of Copenhagen.
Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree programme in political science from the University of Southern Denmark.
Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree programme in political science from the University of Iceland.
A Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with a minimum of 80 ECTS within the fields of political science (comparative politics, political institutions, political conduct, political theory, political sociology, international politics, policy analysis and public administration and political science methodologies) and a minimum of 60 ECTS within the fields of political science (see above) or general social sciences (e.g. methodology, economics, sociology, psychology or law) and a minimum of 20 ECTS of political science research methods.
For both tracks, English at upper secondary B level is required. On the Danish track, Danish at upper secondary A level is required.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aarhus 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 Aarhus University
Aarhus University
Aarhus, Denmark
Aarhus University (Danish: Aarhus Universitet) is a major public research university in Aarhus, Denmark. It’s one of the country’s leading institutions for higher education, known for academic...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months