UNIVERSITY OF MILAN · ITALY
Political Science and Government (GOV)
Master's · Taught in it
At a glance
24 mo
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- 120ECTS Credits
- 2Years
- MilanCourse Location
- Open with entry requirements examinationAccess Type
The Master's degree program in Political Science and Government (GOV) offers an advanced, multidisciplinary education focusing on national, sub-national, supranational, and international political systems. It integrates studies in political science, law, history, and socio-economics to help students understand the dynamics of these systems, their institutional frameworks, and their social impacts. The program equips students with critical tools to analyze government actions, legislative processes, and public opinion, providing a deep understanding of how political and legal institutions function. Students will develop expertise in the relationships between different levels of public decision-making, territorial and functional representation, and public affairs. The curriculum also emphasizes fundamental rights, including evolving aspects related to biotechnology and non-European contexts. An interdisciplinary approach is central, with a strong emphasis on comparative models of institutions and rights protection, alongside empirical evidence evaluation. The second year includes opportunities for professional internships. The program aims to foster transversal skills like communication and interpersonal relations, essential for career entry. Students can specialize in areas such as civic sense, environmental sustainability, European integration, and non-European societal dynamics. The program also promotes multilingualism through language courses (including English) and international exchange opportunities, with the possibility of writing the thesis in a foreign language. Curricular internships are available in public administration, consular relations, non-profit sectors, and international cooperation.
Curriculum
The Master's program is structured over two years, providing a multidisciplinary foundation in the first year and offering specialized paths along with professional internships in the second year. The curriculum aims for international transparency and student mobility, allowing for thesis writing in a foreign language.
- Year 1
- Courses in legal, political, and linguistic fields
- Training courses differentiated by curriculum (cultural, political-institutional, socio-economic, geo-political, historical-institutional contexts, including non-European)
- Year 2
- Professionalizing internships
- Thesis preparation (methodology and source research)
Careers
Graduates are prepared for roles requiring advanced knowledge of political, legal, and economic fields within a globalized context. The program aims to equip students with the skills to understand complex societal dynamics and the evolution of political representation.
- Legal experts in companies or public and third sector entities
- Managers of bodies for the representation of collective interests (e.g., political parties, trade unions)
- PA management and control specialists
- Political science specialists (e.g., public policy analysts)
- Experts in companies or public bodies for private and tertiary sector companies, associations, trade unions, press, and publishing.
- Experts in public administrations at local, regional, national, and supranational levels.
- Experts in companies with public service management duties.
- Experts in consulting companies.
- Experts in representative political and governmental institutions.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the general entry requirements for the Political Science and Government Master's program?
- Admission is open but requires an examination of entry requirements. You must hold a Bachelor's Degree and meet other specified prerequisites before applying.
- How much does the Political Science and Government Master's program cost for international students?
- Tuition fees vary based on family income and specific regulations. For the academic year 2023/2024, fees ranged from €156 to €2,500, with potential waivers. International students may face different fee structures.
- What is the duration of the Political Science and Government Master's program?
- The Master's program is structured over two years, with the first year focusing on foundational courses and the second year offering specialization, internships, and thesis preparation.
- What career opportunities are available after graduating from the Political Science and Government program?
- Graduates are prepared for roles such as legal experts, policy analysts, managers in public and private sectors, and specialists in political and governmental institutions.
- Does the program offer opportunities for international experience?
- Yes, the program promotes multilingualism, offers language courses, and provides international exchange opportunities. Students may also have the possibility to write their thesis in a foreign language.
- How can I apply for the Political Science and Government Master's program?
- You need to check the entry requirements, prepare documents like transcripts and a CV, submit your application online, and participate in the required admissions examination. Specific dates should be confirmed on the university website.
Entry requirements
Bachelor's DegreeOpen access with examination of entry requirements.
Entry requirements examination is required.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition fees vary based on family income and are subject to specific regulations. For the academic year 2023/2024, the range was from €156 to €2,500, with the possibility of waivers for students with exceptional merit or specific needs. International students may be subject to different fee structures.
Tuition (home)Tuition fees vary based on family income and are subject to specific regulations. For the academic year 2023/2024, the range was from €156 to €2,500, with the possibility of waivers for students with exceptional merit or specific needs.
LivingNot specified.
For detailed information on tuition fees and potential reductions based on income (ISEE), please refer to the official University of Milan fee regulations.
How to apply
1. Check Entry RequirementsEnsure you meet the academic and any other prerequisites for the Political Science and Government program.
2. Prepare Application DocumentsGather all necessary documents, which usually include academic transcripts, degree certificates, a CV, and potentially a motivation letter. Specific requirements may vary.
3. Submit ApplicationFollow the university's application procedure, which may be online through a dedicated portal. Pay attention to deadlines.
4. Admissions ExaminationParticipate in the required entry requirements examination. Details on the format and scheduling will be provided by the university.
5. EnrollmentIf admitted, complete the enrollment process by the specified deadlines.
Accreditation
The Master's degree course is registered in the LM-62 R register for Political Science.
Frequently asked questions
What are the general entry requirements for the Political Science and Government Master's program?
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Admission is open but requires an examination of entry requirements. You must hold a Bachelor's Degree and meet other specified prerequisites before applying.
How much does the Political Science and Government Master's program cost for international students?
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Tuition fees vary based on family income and specific regulations. For the academic year 2023/2024, fees ranged from €156 to €2,500, with potential waivers. International students may face different fee structures.
What is the duration of the Political Science and Government Master's program?
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The Master's program is structured over two years, with the first year focusing on foundational courses and the second year offering specialization, internships, and thesis preparation.
What career opportunities are available after graduating from the Political Science and Government program?
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Graduates are prepared for roles such as legal experts, policy analysts, managers in public and private sectors, and specialists in political and governmental institutions.
Does the program offer opportunities for international experience?
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Yes, the program promotes multilingualism, offers language courses, and provides international exchange opportunities. Students may also have the possibility to write their thesis in a foreign language.
How can I apply for the Political Science and Government Master's program?
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You need to check the entry requirements, prepare documents like transcripts and a CV, submit your application online, and participate in the required admissions examination. Specific dates should be confirmed on the university website.