Political scientist is an expert who is engaged in research in all spheres of life associated with the politics. In Russia this trend in higher education emerged only at the end of the XX century, so the profession is considered to be quite young, and young professionals are in demand in many areas. Wide perspectives enable them to work in various fields. Many political scientists find their application in journalism, science, and companies developing a variety of political technologies in the public service.
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Curriculum
Modules
Modern political philosophy
Latest trends and directions of modern political science
Political culture: Russia-West-East
The problems of the relationship between business and government in modern Russia
Modern Islam and Politics
The strategic balance and strategic stability in the formation of a new system of international relations
The European Union and Russia: political and socio-cultural dimension
Defence of master's thesis is conducted in Russian and English languages.
Practice
Masters hold annually externship in the Russian Federation government bodies, international organizations, research and analytical centers, consulting, media, information and analytical agencies, international companies.
Careers
Career opportunities:
Research and teaching activities
Think tanks
Leading Russian and foreign mass media
Public service
Private counseling
Work on the interests of big business
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