Master in Political Science

The University of Zurich is a public research university. It is located in Switzerland. The university is the largest in Switzerland. It has seven faculties. It also has over 150 institutes. More than 200 study programs are offered.

The University of Zurich is known for its diverse perspectives. It brings together different ways of thinking and academic cultures. The university is home to students and staff from over 120 countries. This creates a rich international environment for learning and research.

The University of Zurich offers a Master of Arts in Politikwissenschaft (Political Science). This programme provides students with the tools for careers in academia, public administration, or the private sector. The curriculum focuses on flexible and individual study. Students choose their specialization within a broad academic context.

The core of the Master's programme is a strong foundation in research methods. Students learn techniques like web scraping, Twitter data analysis, machine learning, and data visualization. These skills are applied in research projects on topics such as social inequality and political opinion formation. Capstone courses and an internship programme connect students with potential employers in business, politics, and public administration.

Graduates find diverse career paths. Opportunities exist in journalism, media, political education, public administration, and business. Many alumni work in consulting or banking. A successful completion of the Master's degree also prepares students for research careers.

Admission requires a Bachelor's degree in Political Science or another field with specific requirements. Applicants must demonstrate German language proficiency at C1 level. Further information on entry requirements and legal foundations can be found on the faculty's website.