Program Overview
The Political Science at University at Albany is a MSc 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
- Location: Albany, 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
- POS 501 Field Seminar in Political Theory;
- POS 550 Field Seminar in Comparative Political Systems;
- POS 570 Field Seminar in International Relations;
- POS 521 Field Seminar in American Political Systems;
- POS 541 Field Seminar in Public Law;
- POS 513 (PUB 513) Field Seminar in Public Policy
- POS 702 Politics and Administration
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- $75 application fee
- GRE or LSAT test scores
- Official transcripts of all graduate and undergraduate work to date
- A statement of background and goals describing the applicants goals and academic interests
- Resume
- At least three letters of recommendation from professors who know the applicant\'s academic work
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University at Albany 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 at Albany
University at Albany
Albany, United States
The State University of New York at Albany is a public research university in Albany, New York, United States. Founded in 1844, it is one of four "university centers" of the State University of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-23
- Language English
- Duration 5 year(s)