COURSE CURRICULUM

This two-year program in political science and government provides a comprehensive and flexible curriculum designed to equip students with advanced research skills, theoretical understanding, and practical expertise. In both the first and second years, students engage with core modules in research design, gaining rigorous training in methodology, data analysis, and empirical investigation, which forms the foundation for independent research and academic inquiry. The program also offers compulsory modules with options, allowing students to choose between different pathways tailored to their specific interests, including core political theory, comparative politics, or specialized thematic modules. Alongside these, a wide range of optional modules enables students to explore diverse areas in government and politics, including policy analysis, international relations, political behaviour, and contemporary political issues, ensuring a multidisciplinary understanding of the field. Additionally, summer options provide the opportunity to extend learning through intensive study or practical research projects, fostering applied skills and experiential knowledge. Across both years, students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving capabilities while cultivating expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods. This structure ensures that graduates are well-prepared for advanced academic research, professional roles in government, policy analysis, international organizations, or further study at the doctoral level.