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Programmes available at the Department of Political Science
The Department of Political Science offers a number of programs at both the Bachelor and Master’s level, ranging from the standard programs to programs in continuing education. Continuing education programs are adjusted to accommodate the needs of our students who are employed.
Bachelor programs:
Students must fulfil three requirements to obtain a University of Tromsø bachelor degree:
- 1) accumulate a total of 180 credits,
- 2) complete the ex.phil and ex.fac component, and
- 3) obtain a minimum of 80 credits in senior or advanced level courses.
The university offers specially designed and ready-made programs ensuring all requirements are met. At present the Department of Political Science offers three Bachelor programs:
The Department additionally offers two types of Master’s degree programs:
A) Standard
B) Experience-based
The primary difference between these two programs is the admission requirement. The Standard Master’s degree admits on the basis of academic background in a specific field, requiring such prerequisites as a Bachelor degree in Political Science or the equivalent. The Experience-based Master’s degree admits on the basis of a Bachelor degree (unspecified field) or other type of degree, or a combined minimum of 3 years education and a minimum of 2 years relevant work experience.
The Standard Master’s degree provides the basis for admission to the Ph.D. program.
The Standard Master’s degree is financed as stipulated in the national budget. The Standard Master’s degree program is 2 years, whereas the Experience-based Master’s can be completed in 2 or 3 years.
The Department of Political Science offers the following Master’s degree programs:
Standard:
Experienced-based:
Specialized Experience-based Master’s degree programs:
Ph.D. program
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