Work integrated political studies
Work integrated learning meets political studies
University West is the leading university for Work Integrated Learning (WIL). The university was tasked with the development of WIL by the Swedish government 15+ years ago and continues to lead the field today. WIL is the practice of moving from academic and theoretical learning to real-world applications within the duration of your programme.
No other international, interdisciplinary programme offers a master's degree in WIL with a specialisation in political studies. On graduation, you are prepared for professional work across cultural and national borders to develop, implement and lead projects handling politically and economically oriented issues for societal change.
One semester work placement
In the second year of your programme, you will through a research placement in Sweden or abroad work together with NGO’s, institutions, organisations or companies facing real-life challenges. The networks, skills and experiences you gain will be key in your future working life.
The research internship project will also be the foundation of your master's thesis, all conducted under the continuous supervision given by the programme staff and internship hosts.
Bachelor degree of 180 HE credits within the field of Social Science, or equivalent.
Through the programme, blending theoretical and practical knowledge, with understanding and reflective abilities, graduates foresee various work opportunities and career paths, as planners, project leaders, administrators and analysts in municipalities, regional authorities, state- and international organisations, NGOs, as well as banks and private companies.
