Independent research project – master in political science

Students complete a research project and present it the form of a scientific thesis. Students choose the topic and methodological approach of their study independently in consultation with the supervisor, and conduct the research independently.

Instruction is in the form of individual and/or group supervision and seminars. Supervision is provided for the duration of the course. Reregistered students are only offered supervision if circumstances permit.

Progressive specialisation: A1E (contains degree project for Master of Arts/Master of Science (60 credits))

Education level: Master's level

Admission requirements: At least 90 ECTS credits, with at least 30 ECTS credits at the G2F level or higher, in Political Science or related main areas of study such as Sociology, Psychology, Philosophy, Media and Communication Studies, History, Civics, and Human Geography, including an independent project of at least 15 ECTS credits at the G2E level, and upper secondary level Swedish 3 and English 6 or Swedish level 3 and English level 2, or equivalent

Selection: Selection is usually based on your grade point average from upper secondary school or the number of credit points from previous university studies, or both.

This course is included in the following programme

• Master programme in political science - psychological defense and disinformation (studied during year 1)