Political Science Study Abroad Programs

Every country has a government, hence almost any nation can be the best place to study political science abroad. However, there are a few different angles you can take for your international program.

First, you could study abroad in a Western Democratic nation. The knowledge to be gained here is primarily comparative, analyzing how different checks and balances of other institutionally stable governments tend to influence domestic outcomes. Most democracies are heavily tied up in international relations as well, so the globally oriented student will have no shortage of foreign policy material to draw comparisons from. Countries such as Switzerland, France, and the U.K. are all potentially enriching options for studying political science abroad.

You could also go to a developing nation, where political systems are not as deeply entrenched and governments tend to suffer from institutional instability. This sort of study abroad experience can enlighten students on the struggles of governments to land on firm footing where there is no historical precedent of one. Studying abroad in nations of South America, Africa, and South East Asia which have long histories of colonial exploitation will not only be politically eye-opening, but offer a life changing experience to those willing to embark on an adventure.

Then there are the BRIC countries - Brazil, Russia, India, and China. Studying politics abroad in a global powerhouse of any governmental system will broaden your perspective of international politics. You may also enjoy a more targeted approach with one of these countries, as all are centrally important to global affairs. Making an effort to learn the language and specialize in diplomatic relations with a specific country certainly will not hurt your international job prospects after graduation.

Nearly anywhere in the world will help you gain new, deeply valuable insight into political science.

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