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Master of Political Theory

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A theoretical Masters study 

While a regular political science Masters usually includes contemporary policy and politics analyses, the Master of Political Theory focuses even more on political theories throughout the centuries. Mostly, you concentrate on the emergence of democracy as a political system and how it has developed ever since the early polis in Athens. The French and American Revolution, the nation-state building processes of the 19th century as well as the conflict between democratic and communist systems in the late 20th century constitute relevant thematic blocs within the course of your study. Naturally, contemporary topics such as the Arab spring or the concept of failed states will cross your paths. Thus, while your study focus clearly lies on political theories, you do not subscribe for a mere historical type of study.

To be eligible for the one- to two-year Masters programme, you need to have accomplished a Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in political or another field of study in the social sciences. Be aware that the admission criteria may differ at universities and colleges as does the academic title awarded with successful completion. Some Masters programmes in Political Theory end with a Master of Arts or Science.

Career prospects with a Master of Political Theory

As the Master of Political Theory teaches you a sound understanding of political theory focusing on democracy, your career prospects are manifold. You understand the very basis of our international state system as leading industrial nations. Hence, you may pursue a career in political professions, such as party organizations, government or non-government organizations or political institutions. But you also qualify for a job in journalism, media and public relations. Naturally, a career in research, teaching and development is also open to you.

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Follow a postgraduate programme in Political Theory at these universities and colleges:

    study programmes     universities
comprehensive profile   Political Science   comprehensive profile   University of Antwerp
  Sustainability Science: Governance and Law   comprehensive profile   Leuphana Universität Lüneburg
  War Studies     Aberystwyth University
  Religion, Politics and Society     University of Birmingham
  International Relations     King's College London
  Environmental Politics     Keele University
  Postcolonial Politics     Aberystwyth University
  European Law, Governance and Politics (Law)     University of Sheffield
  Politics (Doctoral Research)     Newcastle University
  International Law and Politics     University of Hull
  International Politics     SOAS, University of London
  International Strategy and Diplomacy     London School of Economics and Political Science
  Human Rights     Kingston University
  Contemporary History and International Politics     University of York
  MSc Digital Politics & Sustainable Development     Northeastern University London
  Global Politics     London School of Economics and Political Science
  United States Foreign Policy     University of Warwick
  Political Theory     University of Essex
  Ethno-Political Studies     University of Exeter
  Politics (Research)     University of Exeter
  Politics     University of Sheffield
  Politics     University of York
  Governance and Political Development     University of Nottingham
  International Relations     Aberystwyth University
  International Relations and Politics     University of Cambridge
  China in Comparative Perspective     London School of Economics and Political Science
  Anthropology and Cultural Politics     Goldsmiths, University of London
  Politics and International Relations     University of Nottingham
  Politics (Political Theory)     University of Leeds
  Religion in Global Politics     SOAS, University of London
  European Public Policy     King's College London
  Equality & Human Rights     University of Glasgow
  Global and Comparative Politics     University of Essex
  Politics and Economics of Eastern Europe     University College London
  International Development     Northumbria University
  International Relations     Liverpool Hope University
  International Relations and Politics of the Middle East     University of Leeds
  Environment, Politics and Development     SOAS, University of London
  Politics Research     King's College London
  Governance and Development     University of Sussex
  ...     ...
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