Program Overview
The Political Science at Wayne State University 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,330 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 614 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Detroit, 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
- Statistics and Data Analysis in Political Science I
- Research Methods in Policy and Politics
- American Political Processes
- American Governmental Institutions: Congress and the Courts
- Political Psychology
- Gender and Politics
- American Governmental Institution: the Presidency
- American Political Culture
- African American Politics
- Religion and Politics
- Politics and the Mass Media
- Constitutional Law
- Constitutional Rights and Liberties
- Intergovernmental Relations and American Federalism
- Class, Race, and Politics in America
- Labor and American Politics
- Administrative Law and Regulatory Politics
- American Foreign Policy
- The New Institutionalism
- Policy Formation and Implementation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements:
- Previous educational experience and undergraduate record: To qualify for regular admission a student must have a strong background in political science or other social sciences, an upper division (last two years) undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or better.
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores
- International applicants who do not speak English as a native language must demonstrate English language proficiency.
- Two letters of recommendation from persons able to offer assessments of the applicant\'s character and academic ability.
- A personal statement briefly outlining your reasons for seeking the Master\'s Degree.
- You have the option to provide additional supporting materials, such as an example of previous work that may be indicative of the student\'s ability to perform at the graduate level.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,330 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 614 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,330 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 614 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Wayne State 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 Wayne State University
Wayne State University
Detroit, United States
American public research university located in Detroit, Michigan
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
