If there is a word that best describes my overall experience in the MA Political Science program at CEU, it is this: outstanding.
The Department of Political Science invites students wishing to develop the analytical skills necessary to understand contemporary social and political issues. With original scholarship, basic and applied research, and creative instructors constituting an essential core upon which to draw, programs at the Department attract an outstanding selection of qualified students from throughout the region and the world. The curriculum is unique within Europe, covering almost all areas of political studies, and offers in-depth expertise in the comparative politics of Europe and beyond, with special emphasis on contemporary challenges facing society. Representing a comprehensive range of academic approaches and expertise, faculty address questions of political philosophy, democratization and regime change, constitutional politics, political economy, voting behavior, party politics, human rights and Europeanization, in a comparative manner.
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Hi, my name is Koichi! I’m from Brazil and graduated from the 1-year MA program in Political Science at CEU in 2022. Today, I’m a PhD student at the University of Vienna, where I also work as a researcher studying coalitions and teach comparative politics.
Before CEU, I earned a BA in International Relations from UniCEUB in Brazil and an MA in Law from Soka University in Japan. After working for six years, I wanted to return to academia. The 1-year MA program at CEU offered the perfect opportunity to refresh my skills and re-enter the world of academic research.
Central European University (CEU), and its Political Science Department in particular, excel in both teaching and research while offering a truly international educational environment. During my time at CEU, most of my courses were taught by deeply knowledgeable professors who are well-recognized in their respective fields. The small class sizes and research-oriented assessments ensured a very intense yet highly rewarding learning experience.
The focus of the Political Science Department at CEU on critical thinking, writing, and methodological excellence has helped me a lot in my career.