This program is purposefully designed for students who have already completed their bachelor degree in Social and Political Sciences or related disciplines. Based on previously acquired analytical, critical and creative skills this graduate program will focus on research and policy analysis. Since SPS undergraduate students have already gained interdisciplinary knowledge in political sciences, sociology and history, they will easily follow advanced courses related to European and Balkan Studies. This program is especially attractive for candidates from Turkey and Bosnia and Herzegovina, as both countries have gone through unique socio-political and economic changes and transformations. Both countries are in the process of fulfilling the EU requirements and they are in need of experts in both European and Balkan studies. Therefore, there is demand for such graduates in the governmental sector, business, NGOs, education, media and others.
European Studies examine the context of regional integration processes and actual functioning of the European Union. This program will introduce students to the historical, political, social and economic aspects of the integration processes. Students will also be equipped with statistical and research skills necessary for conducting research related to European policy-making, security, political and economic systems.
Balkan Studies curriculum is designed in such a way as to introduce students to the historical, socio-political and economic aspects of the region. Transnational approaches in the study of the Balkans highlight diverse, multicultural and multiethnic features of the region. This program will equip students with the statistical and methodological skills and knowledge necessary for conducting research and policy studies related to the Balkans.
Objectives
After the successful completion of master studies in Social and Political Studies, the student will be able to: