What are the effect of the Russian-Ukrainian war on the EU? Do international tech companies steer our political debate? Is the USA still the leading world power, or is it ceding its position to China?
As a Political Scientist, you want to understand the world and make your own contribution. You closely follow shifting power relationships in Europe and the rest of the world. Moreover, you are interested in their underlying causes, such as cultural differences and technological developments.
At Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam you will be educated thoroughly in Political Science’s various subdisciplines. This gives you a good start to then choose your own directions. Of course, you will also be well trained in the skills that you need as a Political Scientist.
The programme is small-scale; the teachers are engaged and there is a close-knit, highly diverse student community. In class, this creates a variety of viewpoints, experiences, and cultures. You will also reflect on your own assumptions and convictions.
And important part of the program is the training of debating and presentation skills that are important for Political Scientists.
Are you particularly interested in Dutch politics? Then take the Dutch language track Politicologie: Nationale Politiek en Bestuur.
The start date of this programme is September 1st.
