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  • First semester

    In the first semester students have to take one core course in the field of Political Theory and the course State of the Art of Political Science.  Both courses combine a broad engagement with core questions of politics with in-depth study of a particular contemporary theme from a sub-disciplinary perspective. Students study in groups of four to five students. Subsequently students also choose two relevant electives from a list of approximately 20 electives (topics change every academic year).

  • Second semester

    In the second semester students select a research project (30 ECTS credits) on a topic relevant to the field of Political Theory.

    • In Part I (Thesis Seminars) students focus on core theory and common substantive literature and on research design within a programme that exposes them to a range of research methods.
    • In Part II students concentrate on writing their thesis.
  • Thesis

    The final Master's thesis is a report on primary or secondary research carried out by the student as part of the research project. The thesis should be between 10,000 and 16,000 words long.

COURSES SEM 1 SEM 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 EC
  • Free-choice electives: Non-compulsory methodological training
    Period 4
  • Specialisation Course Political Theory
    Period 1
    9

    The specialisation course in Political Theory serves as an introductory module for the MSc track, focusing on essential skills and knowledge for subsequent electives and research projects. Students will gain the ability to describe, explain, and critically assess political theory texts, values, and arguments, applying them to analyze political events and structures. The course covers a conceptual toolbox, methods in political theory, and addresses pressing social and political issues, emphasising writing skills at an academic level.

  • State of the Art Political Science
    Period 1
    3

    Improve your ability to engage with advanced political theories and debates, analyse political science questions critically, and quickly learn new topics. You will learn to design research proposals that address empirical gaps, report findings clearly, and work effectively in teams to develop academic and policy solutions.

  • Restricted-choice electives: Master Electives PT
    Period 2
    Period 3
    18
  • Restricted-choice electives: Thesis
    Period 4
    Period 5
    Period 6
    30
Compulsory course
Elective
Specialisation
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