The Master's Programme in Political Science at Umeå University offers a 1-year (60 credits) and a 2-year (120 credits) degree. The first semester strengthens your theoretical and methodological skills. You'll explore theoretical approaches in political science and take courses in qualitative and quantitative research methods. In the second semester, you will study political representation and governance. One course focuses on Sweden in the EU, while another examines environmental governance in the Arctic. For those opting for a 1-year degree, a thesis replaces the environmental governance course. In the third semester, you'll dive into global and regional governance. Emphasising multi-level governance and study leadership in public administration. You can also choose to study abroad or undertake an internship. The final semester is dedicated to completing your master's thesis. Where you'll apply what you've learned throughout the programme, this course prepares you for local, national, and international political management, analysis, and governance careers.

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