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Bachelor

Political Science

Prepare for impact in governance, diplomacy, and public policy through analytical and leadership-focused political studies.

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Overview

UNI - Universum International College offers a Political Science program designed to build future policy thinkers and civic leaders. Students learn to analyze institutions, public decisions, regional and global affairs, and to apply practical governance skills through research and field engagement.

Duration3 years
Total Credits180 ECTS
FormatCampus / Online
LanguageAlbanian

Program Objectives

  • Study comparative politics, international relations, public policy, and governance systems.
  • Develop analytical, research, and communication skills for institutions and civic leadership.
  • Train in diplomacy, negotiation, and strategic communication for public affairs.
  • Gain applied experience through field practice, policy labs, and project-based learning.
  • Build readiness for careers in public institutions, NGOs, media, and international organizations.
Curriculum

Academic path

Year 1

64 ECTS
Semester 132 ECTS
  • Introduction to Political Science
    6
  • Government System of Kosovo
    6
  • Political Theories
    6
  • Academic Writing
    6
  • English as a Foreign Language 1
    6
  • Study Skills
    2
Semester 232 ECTS
  • Statistics for Social Research
    8
  • Introduction to Public Administration
    6
  • English as a Foreign Language 2
    6
  • Introduction to Political Sociology
    6
  • Introduction to Economics and Economic Policy
    6

Academic path

Year 2

80 ECTS
Semester 342 ECTS
  • Kosovo Administrative Law
    6
  • English as a Foreign Language 3
    6
  • Political Communication and Media
    6
  • Comparative Politics
    6
  • Human Resource Management
    6
  • Environmental Policies and PA
    6
  • History of Political Thought
    6
Semester 438 ECTS
  • Internship and Career Orientation
    8
  • Leadership and Negotiation
    6
  • Local Governance and Politics in KS
    6
  • English as a Foreign Language 4
    6
  • International Relations Theory
    6
  • Policies of the EU: Justice and Home Affairs
    6

Academic path

Year 3

84 ECTS
Semester 542 ECTS
  • Comparative Public Administration
    6
  • Project Management
    6
  • English as a Foreign Language 5
    6
  • Public Finance and Budget Planning
    6
  • Diplomacy
    6
  • Economic Policies of the EU
    6
  • Constitutional Law in Kosovo
    6
Semester 642 ECTS
  • Human Rights and Kosovo
    6
  • Basic Social Science Research Methods
    6
  • English as a Foreign Language 6
    6
  • Public Management
    6
  • SEE Politics
    6
  • International Public Law
    6
  • Foreign Policy Analysis
    6

What UNI students gain and experience with Arizona State University

Arizona State University is incorporated in all student experiences and programs, by providing:

ASU "What Is Innovation?" certificate course
Master Class from Arizona State University faculty
Learn English at Arizona State University
ASU English Courses
Arizona State University Summer Experience
ASU Global Exchanges
Global Signature Courses
Short-term immersion programs at ASU partner universities
Online Courses and Workshops by Arizona State University
Courses directly from Thunderbird School of Global Management
ASU Venture X - Startup
ASU Endstar Game

Why Study Political Science at UNI - Universum International College

Knowledge

  • Understand political systems, governance models, and democratic institutions in local and global contexts.
  • Interpret international relations, security trends, and public-policy frameworks with analytical depth.
  • Recognize legal, economic, and social factors that shape political behavior and decision-making.

Skills

  • Develop policy analysis, research, and evidence-based argumentation for public-affairs challenges.
  • Apply negotiation, diplomacy, and strategic communication techniques in institutional environments.
  • Use quantitative and qualitative tools to evaluate political processes and governance outcomes.

Competencies

  • Demonstrate ethical leadership and accountability in public-service and policy-making roles.
  • Collaborate across institutions, NGOs, and international partners on governance initiatives.
  • Design and manage projects that support democratic participation, reform, and social impact.

Study Abroad with Scholarships

Study for a semester abroad—funded by Erasmus+ in 26 EU countries or worldwide through Arizona State University partner universities.

190partners across Europe and Turkey
International partner map will be added soon.

Career opportunities

  • Policy and administration roles in local and central public institutions.
  • Careers in diplomacy, civil society, research, public affairs, and international projects.
  • Pathways to governance advisory, political communication, and strategic policy development.

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