The study program "Political Science" aims to provide students with a deep and comprehensive understanding of national and international political issues, doctrines, processes, trends, conditions, structures, actors, institutions, and relations. This program aims to increase the capacity of future academic, professional, and political staff in terms of knowledge, methodological and analytical skills. It is of particular importance to understand and apply not only the theories and evolutionary development of the mentioned political science aspects but also the current situation and opportunities of the Republic of North Macedonia in the context of regional and global political-legal processes.
The basic complex of study is focused on power, democracy, the state, political systems, political ideas, institutions, and relations, but it is supplemented by a certain interdisciplinary approach. Namely, contemporary political science is necessarily related to the regulation and realization of human rights and other legal categories, and it also factors the related psychological, philosophical, security, organizational, and communication aspects.
The focus of the studies is directed towards the contemporary development of the state and political systems, which is why the study program is characterized by a broad approach to political processes, and attention is also paid to decision-making processes as well as relevant current social processes at the local, national, and global levels.
Graduates, upon successful completion of the program, will receive a Master's degree in Political Science, with career opportunities in various fields, such as politics, education, research, public and state administration, media, international organizations, and citizen/non-governmental organizations.
The first students of this study program enrolled in the academic year 1967/68.
Key points:
- Comprehensive study of politics: The program covers a wide range of political topics, from national and international issues to political theories, processes, and institutions.
- Focus on Macedonia: It emphasizes the specific context of North Macedonia within regional and global political developments.
- Interdisciplinary approach: The program incorporates insights from related fields like law, psychology, philosophy, and communication.
- Emphasis on analysis: Students develop strong analytical skills to understand complex political and economic processes.
- Focus on contemporary issues: The program addresses current challenges and trends in the development of states and political systems.
- Decision-making and social processes: It examines how decisions are made and how they interact with social processes at different levels.
- Career opportunities: Graduates can pursue careers in a variety of fields, including politics, academia, government, media, and NGOs.
- Long-standing program: This is a well-established program that has been running since the late 1960s.
Head of the Program:
Prof. Dr. Bojana Naumovska
bojana@isppi.ukim.edu.mk
Contact Phone: 072275257