The degree programme in Political Science and Government offers advanced multidisciplinary training in the field of political sciences and law, with a significant additional focus on economics, sociology and history. The objectives of the degree course include:

• deepening students' knowledge concerning political and institutional dynamics and the functioning of the main bodies of government;
• knowledge of useful tools and competences for the construction of political and regulatory decisions;
• an approach to the national and European dimensions of political and institutional phenomena with the support of a multidisciplinary method that favors versatility of reasoning and a critical approach.

Graduates in Political Science and Government can enter positions of responsibility in both the analytical and operational sectors.

In particular, they can pursue roles in:

• public, private and third sector enterprises;
• governmental and non-governmental international organisations;
• lobbying associations;
• representative and governmental political institutions;
• regional administrations and those of local authorities, firms or companies responsible for the management of public services;
• applied research centres;
• consultancy firms.

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Application and admission: Open with entry requirements examination.

An evaluation of the adequacy of the candidates’ preparation will be also carried out by individual interviews concerning their knowledge on political, legal and institutional issues.

Highly recommended, not mandatory