Overview
About Political Science and International Studies at McDaniel College Budapest
This major in Political Science and International Studies at McDaniel College Budapest provides intellectual and practical preparation for public service, diplomacy, and journalism, and serves as a preparation for law studies and other graduate-level pursuits.
Small classes permit students to hone their information literacy, research methods, and communication skills.
McDaniel’s Budapest campus exposes students to a host of different cultures and international institutions, while its campus in Maryland provides a platform for work in Washington, D.C
Careers
Students completing the Political Science and International Studies major pursue careers in government and politics, intelligence, international business, international non-profit organizations, law, research and analysis, and media.
They advance to postgraduate work in fields like electoral studies, media and politics, public policy, international security, international law, peace studies, political philosophy, governmental institutions, and studies of major geographic regions (Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East).
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Political Science
- Classical Political Thought
- Modern Political Thought
- State and Local Government
- International Law and Organization
- Approaches to International Relations
- The European Union: History, Institutions, and Major Policies
- American Political Thought
- American Public Policy
- Comparative Politics of Western European Polities
- Environmental Policy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Rolling admissions. This means that students may enter the four-year degree program either in the Fall Semester or in the Spring Semester.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Budapest, Hungary
Disciplines
International Relations Political ScienceWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Personal essay (at least 300 words)
- Photocopy or official transcript from your senior high school, a Certificate of Final Examination, a Diploma of Graduation, or other documents verifying that you have completed your secondary education
- Two Letters of Recommendation in English from the principal or instructors of the secondary school from which you graduated;
- One passport-size photo;
- A medical certificate in English verifying that you do not suffer from any chronic diseases, and are physically and mentally capable of undertaking studies at an institution of higher education;
- Curriculum Vitae in English (attach as a separate page);
- Photocopy of the page in your passport containing your personal data.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
8600 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4300 EUR per semester during 48 months. -
EU/EEA
8600 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4300 EUR per semester during 48 months.
- 1st and 2nd year EUR 4,300/semester
- 3rd and 4th year EUR 4,600 /semester
Living costs for Budapest
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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