26 Master Programs in Political Science in Washington, USA for 2024
- Washington, USA
Part time
24 months
Distance Learning
English
American University's Master of Science in Counter-Terrorism and Homeland Security is an online, 33-credit degree for law enforcement and intelligence professionals who wish to specialize in homeland security. The program builds knowledge and skills in counter-terrorism, national security, law and policy, cybersecurity, and theories of political violence.
- Online USA
Part time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
The Master of Arts in Government gives students the tools to examine governmental and social institutions in our society, explore areas of reform, and most importantly, bring about change. The program combines the theory and practice of government, politics, and policy-making.
Master of Arts in Security Policy Studies
The George Washington University - Elliott School Of International Affairs
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- Washington, USA
Full time
2 years
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
How to respond to our most pressing 21st-century international security issues is at the heart of this policy-focused master’s program. You will explore challenges and ways to address threats from terrorism and criminal networks, weapons proliferation, cyber threats, climate change, health pandemics, and more as you develop specialized knowledge to help you advance in your career.
Global Master of Arts in Diplomacy & International Relations (Full-Time)
SIT Graduate Institute
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- Washington, USA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Offering SIT’s unique brand of immersive, place-based learning from the world’s top locations in diplomacy and international relations, this one-year master’s degree provides you with key points of comparison among U.S., European, and African perspectives as you gain a mastery of the global political system and how to maneuver within it.
- Washington, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Master of Arts in Political Communication is a joint degree program between the School of Public Affairs and the School of Communication. It combines expertise and scholarship to develop a thorough grounding in political science, strategic communication, research, and media. The interdisciplinary degree prepares you to navigate the fast-changing landscape of politics and communication-our students gain the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding to be successful as political advocates, policy-makers, communication professionals, and campaign executives.
MA in Political Science
The George Washington University - Columbian College of Arts & Sciences
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- Washington, USA
- Online USA
Full time, Part time
3 semesters
On-Campus
English
In the Master of Arts in Political Science program, students develop a foundation of academic study in their field of interest. MA students take courses alongside doctoral students and are exposed to the same material, with courses as varied as Japanese Politics, Race and Crime, U.S. Space Policy, and Constitutional Law. In addition to coursework, students participate in scholarly debates in their chosen field and hone statistical research techniques.
- Washington, USA
- Gambia Online, Gambia
Full time, Part time
12 months
Distance Learning
English
The EUCLID online master in Terrorism Studies and Deradicalization is unique for addressing terrorism from a radicalization and deradicalization perspective.
- Washington, USA
- Online
Full time, Part time
12 months
Distance Learning
English
It’s no secret: Intelligence analysts provide insights that enable decision-making in a complex and uncertain world. Timely, accurate, and actionable intelligence is a key advantage in a competitive global environment, where information is power.
- Washington, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Master of Arts in Political Communication is a joint degree program between the School of Public Affairs and the School of Communication. It combines expertise and scholarship to develop a thorough grounding in political science, strategic communication, research, and media. The interdisciplinary degree prepares you to navigate the fast-changing landscape of politics and communication-our students gain the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding to be successful as political advocates, policy-makers, communication professionals, and campaign executives.
- Washington, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Master of Science in Terrorism & Homeland Security Policy at AU’s School of Public Affairs will train you to tackle the problems of terrorism and other threats that endanger the security of the United States. You’ll approach security issues informed by social science, with attention to the perspectives of criminology and criminal justice. Our program emphasizes the development of strategic, policy-based security solutions at the federal, state, and local levels of government.
- Washington, USA
Full time, Part time
On-Campus
English
DMGS' M.A. in Intelligence focuses on the collection, analysis, analytical presentation, and counterintelligence in both the public and the private sector.
- Washington, USA
English
The Executive Master of Arts in National Security Affairs is a concentrated version of the M.A. in Statecraft and National Security Affairs and is designed for professionals with seven to ten years of relevant work experience.
MSC in The Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) - Graduate Fellowship Program
National Defense University
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- Washington, USA
Full time
Blended
English
In response to the present crisis, the National Defense University's Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Graduate Fellowship Program offers an opportunity for Department of Defense and interagency employees, both uniformed and civilian, to earn a Graduate Certificate or a Master of Science degree in Weapons of Mass Destruction Studies.
M.A. in Government (Democracy & Governance)
Georgetown University - Graduate School of Arts & Sciences
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- Washington, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Democracy and Governance Program seeks to understand the foundations of democratic and responsive government, how policymakers can create and implement policies to achieve these objectives and prepares students for careers in democracy assistance, governance reform, politics, and international affairs. Situated in the heart of Washington D.C., this program is the most comprehensive and unique of its kind in the United States.
Master of Global Human Development (MGHD)
Georgetown University - SFS - School of Foreign Service
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- Washington, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Master of Global Human Development (MGHD) prepares students—through coursework, co-curricular activity, and a summer field assignment—to understand the challenges of development and provides them with the tools and experience to address those challenges as successful professionals.