Bachelor of Art in Political Science Major

About

From Aristotle and Plato, to Machiavelli and Aquinas, to modern analysts and states-men, political scientists have been concerned with issues of power, governance, public policy, social behavior and interactions among nation-states, among many others.

Major

Courses required for this major include all major sub-disciplines of this field: Political Theory, Comparative Politics, International Relations, Political Economy, as well as Research Methodologies. The interdisciplinary electives encourage students to look at political issues from the perspective of other disciplines.

Compared to the more applied major in International Relations, the major in Political Science is more humanistic and disciplinary. This major provides an excellent preparation for graduate study and careers in fields such as law, journalism, consulting, development assistance or education.

 


General Information

Accreditations
  • MSCHE - Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • Swiss Accreditation Counc
Studies
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Internships: 1 internship
  • Language of teaching: English
Intakes
  • January
  • August
Age
17+
Additional Information
  • Meals: Yes
Price
From 70'150.- per academic year (tuition, accommodation, meals, insurance) CHF

Facts & Figures

16
Students per class
386
Number of Students
56
Number of Nationalities
Canada, Mexico, USA, Europe
Top Nationalities
1:9
Ratio Staff Per Student
42 / 58
Ratio male female
1, 2
Students Per Room


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