Programme Overview
The MSc programme Democracy and Governance (60 ECTS) provides you with the theoretical knowledge and analytical skills needed to assess important issues in Public Policy and Administration, Political Theory and Political Behavior. In the course of the year, you will get acquainted with the most important developments in these fields while gaining specialized knowledge and skills in areas such as:
- Qualitative and Quantitative methods
- The European Union
- Representation and Political Participation
- Nationalism, Political Theory and History of Political Thought
- Public Administration, Public Policy, and Public Management
- Elections and Electoral behavior
The English taught programme provides ample opportunities to pursue individual knowledge and research interests through electives. For the master’s thesis, you may choose to either follow the Research or the Internship track. Your studies will prepare you for a career in academic or applied research, consultancy, government, or the public sector at large.
Our programme offers an ideal environment for your studies, including:
- Small class sizes and group work.
- A carefully selected group of students representing diverse academic and cultural backgrounds.
- Committed and engaging Spanish and international and teachers with significant professional experience as researchers, advisors, and consultants.
- An ample offer of academic and social activities.
Master’s Programme Information
Practical Information for Students
Teaching Staff
Contact
Coordination
- Dra. Anne-Marie Reynaers
- coordinación.master.democracia@uam.es
Contact for administrative matters
- jose.delorenzo@uam.es
- (+34) 91 497 3373
Office Hours
De 9.00 h a 14.00 h (lunes a viernes)
De 15.00 h a 17.00 h (lunes y miércoles)
Location
Administración de Posgrado
Edificio de Ciencias Jurídicas, Políticas y Económicas (planta -1)
Facultad de Derecho
Ciudad Universitaria de Cantoblanco
C/ Kelsen, 1
28049 Madrid