In the first semester students have to take one core course in the field of Political Theory and the course Transnational Politics. This course presents a distinctive story about the development of politics in the 21st century. Students also choose two relevant electives from a list of approximately 20 electives (topics change every academic year).
In the second semester students select a research project (30 ECTS credits) on a topic relevant to the field of Political Theory.
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.
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.