Program Overview
The Political Science at University of Li\xc3\xa8ge is a Master 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 Belgium and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Study mode: On-campus
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
- One of the following “gateway courses”
- POLS 504 – Theoretical Approaches to Policy and Governance
- POLS 551 – Introduction to Urban Politics
- POLS 560 – American Politics
- POLS 570 – Comparative Politics and Public Policy
- POLS 571 – Seminar in International Relations
- Electives
- At least 16 additional hours at the 500-level. No more than two courses (8 hours) may be taken outside the department
Admission Requirements
Detailed admission requirements are not specified. Common requirements may include:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS)
For specific requirements, please contact the university directly.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About University of Liège
University of Liège
Liège, Belgium
The University of Liège, or ULiège, is a major public research university of the French Community of Belgium founded in 1817 and based in Liège, Belgium. Its official language is French.
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 8 semesters
- Credits 8