The Master of Science in Political Science degree program offers advanced instruction in social science literature, theories and methodologies as they relate to politics, citizenship, governance and legal and political analysis.
Taught by internationally recognized faculty at The University of Texas at Dallas, the political science master's program allows students to gain a strong understanding of the field as well as expertise in specific disciplinary areas and subfields, such as:
- Political economy and development
- Comparative politics, courts and institutions
- Constitutional law and human rights
- International relations
- Civil conflict and conflict management
- Campaigns, elections, and legislative processes
- Democratic theory and public choice
- Election law and electoral systems
With expertise in public policy and processes"and with the opportunity to specialize in one of two concentrations (Law and Courts or Legislative Studies)"graduates of the political science master's program are able to apply political science theories and concepts to many disciplines and career paths while also developing competencies in field-specific analysis, evaluation and research design.

