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For those of you taking a course

Information about a course, including the schedule, course syllabus, reading list, responsible instructor, and more, can be found in the course overview for each course on the Canvas learning management system. It's important to register for the course well before the course start date, whether you are taking an individual course or part of a programme. If you have practical questions about your course, please get in touch with the course's education administrator.

Learn more: Canvas learning management system.

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For those of you enrolled in a programme

On the Student Portal, you can access programme pages that outline the structure of each semester. As a programme student, you will find all the necessary information there. For practical questions about your programme, please contact the education administrator. If you need guidance, feel free to reach out to the student counsellor. Details about your courses, such as schedule, syllabus, reading list, instructor, and more, can be found in the course overview for each course on the Canvas learning management system. Also, program students need to register for their courses well in advance of the course start date.

Our students find employment

In spring 2023, we conducted an alumni survey to learn about the post-graduation activities of our former students. The results revealed that 32 percent of the alumni found employment before graduation, and 76 percent had secured employment within six months of graduating. The survey also highlighted some of the most valued skills by the alumni which include the ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and engage in critical reflection and discussion.

For more information: Career paths after graduation.

Education administrators

Contact your education administrator if you have any practical questions about your studies.

Wilma Holmestrand
Education Administrator
  • Master level courses in political science
  • Master’s Programmme in Political Science (MaPS)
  • Master's Programme in Political Science: Environmental Governance and Behavior (MaPSE)
  • Master’s Programme in International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG)
Sara Tacchetti
Education Administrator
  • Courses in European Studies
  • Master's Programme in European Studies, Social Science Track (MAES)
  • Master's Programme in European Studies, Humanities Track (HMAES)

Study counselling

Eva Nilsson
Eva Nilsson
Study Counsellor

Feel free to reach out to Eva Nilsson if you are experiencing health issues related to your studies, require pedagogical support, seek credit transfer for previous education, are considering a study break, or are contemplating discontinuing your studies. Moreover, Eva can assist you in discussing your future aspirations and formulating a career plan.

Elin Ackerberg
Elin Ackerberg
Internship- and alumni coordinator

With Elin Ackerberg, you can discuss internships, both within Sweden and on an international scale. She can also provide support and guidance when it comes to planning your career. Additionally she works with the admission to our masters' programmes.

Angelica Thell
Angelica Thell
Study Counsellor

If you need guidance in choosing exchange studies, you can contact Angelica Thell. With her, you can also discuss our double degree programs where you study for one year in Konstanz, Germany, or one year in Chapel Hill, USA.

      Finding your way on Campus and Safety

      The Department of Political Science is part of Campus Haga. Through the link below, you will find information about opening hours, study spaces, cafes, and kitchenettes on campus, as well as the location of the nearest service center and information about accessibility in the premises.

      For more information: Finding your way on the University.

      It is important that you read through the information on safety of yourself and others. In the event of an accident or crisis, we must all be prepared: Security at the university.

      About Department of Political Science

      Type of organization
      Department
      Belongs to faculty
      Faculty of Social Sciences
      Contact information
      Post address
      Box 711
      40530
      Göteborg
      Email
      stats@pol.gu.se
      Visiting address
      Sprängkullsgatan 19
      41123
      Göteborg

      This is the Department of Political Science

      Our department is an international academic environment, welcoming students, researchers, and staff from all around the world. Here, you can expect to find cultural diversity and a global perspective, enriching our academic community and contributing to a broader understanding of society.

      The department is led by the Head of Department Mikael Gilljam, who is a professor of political science. Each year, we educate approximately 850 students. If you are studying European Studies, you belong to the Centre for European Studies, which is a part of the Department of Political Science.

      Learn more: Centre for European Studies.

      Areas of research

      Most of the teachers you encounter during your education are also active researchers. The Department of Political Science conducts prominent research in the following areas:

      • Democracy and democratisation
      • European research
      • Gender and politics
      • International politics
      • Collective action 
      • Corruption and the Quality of Government
      • Environmental politics
      • Public policy and public administration
      • Party research
      • Political theory
      • Elections, public ppinion, and voting behaviour

      Learn more: Our research.

      Our website: The Department of Political Science.

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