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    MSc in Political Science

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    Copenhagen, DKMScIn-person2 yearsDanish
    DKK 150,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    69.6%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    270
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    DKK 112.00
    App fee

    MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Copenhagen, DK. Tuition is DKK 150,000.

    About the program

    The program covers analysis of societal developments and political decision-making processes at local and international levels.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    February 2027
    Oct 15, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min English B level (TOEFL iBT minimum 83 overall with minimum 20 in each section or IELTS 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each; exact equivalent to Danish upper secondary English B)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min English B level (IELTS minimum 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each subscore or TOEFL iBT 83 with min 20 each; exact equivalent to Danish upper secondary English B)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years job seeking permit (Denmark)

    DKK 18,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen is DKK 150,000 across 120 required credits.
    Is MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen online or in-person?
    MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen is offered in-person.
    How long does MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen take to complete?
    MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How competitive is MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen?
    MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen reports an acceptance rate of approximately 69.6%.
    How large is the MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen cohort?
    MSc in Political Science at University of Copenhagen typically enrolls around 270 students per cohort.