Program Overview
The Political Science at University of South Dakota is a MA 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 United States 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 5.5
- Tuition: USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 314 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Vermillion, 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
- Courts And Judicial Politics
- The American Presidency
- Political Parties And Campaigns
- American Foreign Policy
- Theories Of The U.s. Congress
- Theories Of The American Presidency
- American Political Development
- National Security Policy
- Analytic Techniques In Public Policy
- U.s. Bureaucracy
- International Law And Organizations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application Fee: An application fee of $35.00 U.S. dollars\nmust accompany each Graduate Application
- One Official Transcript: One official transcript verifying\nreceipt of an undergraduate degree and previous graduate credit must accompany\nan application
- Letters of Recommendation: Three letters of recommendation\nare required of applicants to most graduate degree program
- Admission Test Scores: If test scores are required by a\ngraduate degree program, the test score reports must be sent to the Graduate\nSchool from the testing center.
- Statement of Purpose: Applicants are encouraged to provide\ninformation about their reason for pursuing graduate studies
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 314 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 314 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Dakota 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 South Dakota
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, United States
University of South Dakota is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-07-18
- Start Date 2018-08-20
- Language English
- Duration 24 months