Overview

The Global Political Sciences (Hons) programme at the European School of Economics is designed to:

Explore how values, resources, and power are allocated and contested across local, national, and global scales

Focus on questions of political and international order, decision-making, and the dynamics of political conflict

Encourage critical, independent thought about institutions, ideas, and global events
Inspire students with innovative perspectives that cultivate visionary leadership

Key facts

This programme fosters a deep understanding of political systems and prepares students to become leaders who think creatively and act decisively in a rapidly changing global environment.
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From the first year, ESE students are empowered to actively work toward their professional aspirations. The Internship Programme offers opportunities to:

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Bridge the transition between undergraduate studies and the global job market

Cultivate self-awareness and understand how personal responsibility shapes external outcomes

Explore career options through hands-on experience, clarifying personal interests and goals
Build valuable professional networks and connect with potential employers
ESE’s internship placements are integral to preparing students for impactful careers in political science, leadership, and diplomacy.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Policy

Political Decision Making

New Media for International Politics

Language

European Institutions

Law, Politics and the international System

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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More details

ESE has a rolling admissions system. However, given the limited number of places, we recommend that you present your application as early as possible.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 ECTS

360 UK credit

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Florence, Italy
London, United Kingdom
Roma, Italy
Milano, Italy
Madrid, Spain

Disciplines

International Relations 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

87

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Online Application form (apply.ese.ac.uk)

Official copy of the High School Diploma or foreign equivalent certificate* (American High School diploma and IB with 24 points or above accepted)

Official copy of the High School Transcripts*

One Recommendation Letter*

Photocopy of Passport/ ID document

ENGLISH Language requirements**: IELTS 6.0 (169 – 175) TOEFL iBT 87; Pearson Test 50-57; Cambridge CAE grade C; Trinity College ISE II (Students have up to 90 days from the beginning of their course to submit the sufficient English language scores). Students have up to 90 days to submit their English Language

One photograph (passport-sized)

*All non-English documents must be officially translated**Candidates who have completed their studies in the English language (at least 2 years) are not required to present a language qualification.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

22000 EUR / year

≈ 22000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

22000 EUR / year

≈ 22000 EUR / year

Living costs

Florence

Italy

850 - 1300 EUR / month

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

Funding

This programme is taught in different countries. Which country are you interested in?

Country 1

Italy
Spain
United Kingdom

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