Overview

An understanding of the historical and behavioral aspects of political life in an increasingly globalized world is the foundation on which the academic curriculum for this degree is based.

The Bachelor of Arts program in political science prepares students to identify, analyze, and critically interrogate relations of power and governance. Whether the particular topic is legislative systems, international relations, parties and elections, social movements, law, or political theory, coursework in political science provides the opportunity for in-depth study of the distribution, dynamics, and legitimization of political power.

Career Outcomes

This Political Science program at John Cabot University will be of value to anyone planning a professional career with an international dimension. It prepares students for future work or graduate study in:

International Institutions
Global Development Organizations
Diplomacy and Foreign Service
Transnational Financial, Business and Law Firms and Corporations
Global Service and Advocacy

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Political Science

American Government

World Politics

Political Theory

International Organizations

Italian Politics and Society

Comparative Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

58

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Roma, Italy

Disciplines

Political Science View 11 other Bachelors in Political Science in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

58

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form. We accept both our online application and the common application.
A 600 word personal essay.
$50/€50 non-refundable application fee. Please note that only U.S. and Canadian citizens may pay in dollars. Payment options.
Official transcripts of all secondary and post-secondary school work to date: transcripts not in English or Italian must be accompanied by a certified English language translation.
Interview by phone, Zoom, or in person.
Letter(s) of Recommendation or Teacher Evaluation Form. Two for freshman applicants, one for transfer applicants.
SAT or ACT results (US applicants only)
Evidence of English Language Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

21700 EUR / year

≈ 21700 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

21700 EUR / year

≈ 21700 EUR / year

Additional Details

Tuition fees for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents & Canadian Citizens: $29,000

Living costs

Roma

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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