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Elevate your political understanding to new horizons with the Master of Political Science — an academic programme that combines deep political analysis, strategic vision, and advanced scientific research.
Carefully designed prepare a distinguished group of researchers and experts capable of understanding the political landscape and making decisions with awareness and professionalism, grounded in scientific foundations and realistic perspectives.
The programme opens broad career opportunities in the diplomatic corps, research and study centres, international organisations, and political media, allowing you to be part of the elite that contributes to shaping policies and crafting the future. Students may choose between 9 courses plus a research thesis, or 10 courses plus an applied project.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Politics
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Elevate your political understanding to new horizons with the Master of Political Science — an academic programme that combines deep political analysis, strategic vision, and advanced scientific research.
Carefully designed prepare a distinguished group of researchers and experts capable of understanding the political landscape and making decisions with awareness and professionalism, grounded in scientific foundations and realistic perspectives.
The programme opens broad career opportunities in the diplomatic corps, research and study centres, international organisations, and political media, allowing you to be part of the elite that contributes to shaping policies and crafting the future. Students may choose between 9 courses plus a research thesis, or 10 courses plus an applied project.
Admission Requirements
5+
450+
The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a university or college recognised by the Ministry of Education in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
The applicant’s undergraduate degree must be in the same specialisation as the master’s programme, or in a discipline that qualifies for it under the programme’s study plan. Otherwise, the student must complete a number of remedial courses approved by the University and specified by the relevant department.
The minimum requirement for admission is a Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of not less than ‘Good’ or its equivalent.
The applicant must pass an interview conducted by a committee in the Academic Department.
The applicant must pass any tests administered by the Academic Department as required.
The applicant must submit two letters of recommendation, preferably one from a faculty member at their graduating university.
If the GPA is below ‘Good’, the case is referred to the Appeals Committee chaired by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Development.
Transfer students are accepted in accordance with Article 17 of the Graduate Studies Regulations.
The applicant must pass the University’s English language placement test, or provide a TOEFL certificate or equivalent with a score of not less than 450. Otherwise, the student must study and successfully complete a remedial English course determined by the College during their first year.
2 Years
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
6,847 USD
International
6,847 USD
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Master in Political Science
Main Campus, Al-Ekir, Bahrain
24 monthsProgramme duration
6,847 USDTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Politics
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Carefully designed prepare a distinguished group of researchers and experts capable of understanding the political landscape and making decisions with awareness and professionalism, grounded in scientific foundations and realistic perspectives.
The programme opens broad career opportunities in the diplomatic corps, research and study centres, international organisations, and political media, allowing you to be part of the elite that contributes to shaping policies and crafting the future. Students may choose between 9 courses plus a research thesis, or 10 courses plus an applied project.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Politics
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Carefully designed prepare a distinguished group of researchers and experts capable of understanding the political landscape and making decisions with awareness and professionalism, grounded in scientific foundations and realistic perspectives.
The programme opens broad career opportunities in the diplomatic corps, research and study centres, international organisations, and political media, allowing you to be part of the elite that contributes to shaping policies and crafting the future. Students may choose between 9 courses plus a research thesis, or 10 courses plus an applied project.
Admission Requirements
The applicant’s undergraduate degree must be in the same specialisation as the master’s programme, or in a discipline that qualifies for it under the programme’s study plan. Otherwise, the student must complete a number of remedial courses approved by the University and specified by the relevant department.
The minimum requirement for admission is a Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of not less than ‘Good’ or its equivalent.
The applicant must pass an interview conducted by a committee in the Academic Department.
The applicant must pass any tests administered by the Academic Department as required.
The applicant must submit two letters of recommendation, preferably one from a faculty member at their graduating university.
If the GPA is below ‘Good’, the case is referred to the Appeals Committee chaired by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Development.
Transfer students are accepted in accordance with Article 17 of the Graduate Studies Regulations.
The applicant must pass the University’s English language placement test, or provide a TOEFL certificate or equivalent with a score of not less than 450. Otherwise, the student must study and successfully complete a remedial English course determined by the College during their first year.
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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