Program Overview
The Political Science at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a MA programme in Social Sciences, 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 United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 17,160 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 7,116 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Honolulu, United States, United States
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
- Global Politics/International Relations
- International Law
- International Organizations
- Model United Nations
- Religion & Law in the U.S.
- History of Political Thought
- Contemporary Political Theory
- Feminist Theory
- The Politics of Media
- Political Design and Futuristics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Graduate Division Documents (Submit directly to Graduate Division):
- Graduate Application and Application Fee (online or hard copy)
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- International Students: TOEFL scores sent directly from ETS
- The ETS code for UH Manoa is 4867
- Scores may not be more than five years old
- International students who are native speakers of English are exempt. For more information, visit English Proficiency
- International Students: Confidential Financial Statement for International Applicants
Department Documents (Submit directly to Political Science Department):
- Statement of Objectives
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Writing Sample (such as an article or term paper that demonstrates your writing ability, roughly 10 pages long)
- The political science department does not require the GRE for admission. Please do not send us GRE scores.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,160 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 7,116 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,160 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 7,116 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Hawaii at Manoa 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 University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, United States
University of Hawaii at Manoa is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 2 years
- Credits 30