Political Theories

Charles University - Faculty of Arts

Key information
Field of study:
Political sciences and civics
Study language:
CZ
Study programme code:
N0312A200028
Typ programu:
follow-up master study programme
Application deadline:
31.03.2026
ISCED code:
0312
Study form:
full-time
Awarded degree:
Mgr.
Study duration:
2 years
Location:
Praha
Application and admission procedure
Application deadline:
31.03.2026
Application fee:
940.00 CZK

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The MA graduate has deep theoretical knowledge of key areas of current political theories and can employ a wide range of qualitative and quantitative analytical methods and tools, e.g. content analysis, discourse analysis, process tracing, qualitative comparative analysis (QCA), as well as basic statistics. He/she is knowledgeable in currrent literature in the field of theory of democracy, political identities and history of political thought. The programme supported the critical thinking of the graduate who can study various current political and social phenomena (e.g. impacts of environmental crisis, migration, wars, unequality, populism, crisis of democracy, rise of radicalism and transformation of political identities) from different perspectives.

University

University detail

Institution type:
public
Founded:
1348
Abbreviation:
CUNI
Number of students:
49120
Number of international students in degree programmes:
1256
Number of international exchange students:
3131
Number of international alumni:
1256

Looking for a university with a long tradition and a modern academic environment? Charles University offers more than 600 study programmes across 17 faculties in Prague, Pilsen and Hradec Králové. You can choose from medicine, natural and technical sciences, law, economics, social sciences, humanities, theology and sport. At Charles University, you can do more than simply gain knowledge. You can get involved in research, spend a semester abroad or meet students from all over the world. The university cooperates with hundreds of international institutions and offers many opportunities to gain experience abroad, including through the Erasmus+ programme. Whether you are interested in science, working with people, medicine, languages or law, Charles University offers a wide range of options to help you find a field that matches your interests and shape your own path.

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Field of study:
Political sciences and civics
Study language:
CZ
Study programme code:
N0312A200028
Typ programu:
follow-up master study programme
Application deadline:
31.03.2026
ISCED code:
0312
Study form:
full-time
Awarded degree:
Mgr.
Study duration:
2 years
Location:
Praha
Application deadline:
31.03.2026
Application fee:
940.00 CZK

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The MA graduate has deep theoretical knowledge of key areas of current political theories and can employ a wide range of qualitative and quantitative analytical methods and tools, e.g. content analysis, discourse analysis, process tracing, qualitative comparative analysis (QCA), as well as basic statistics. He/she is knowledgeable in currrent literature in the field of theory of democracy, political identities and history of political thought. The programme supported the critical thinking of the graduate who can study various current political and social phenomena (e.g. impacts of environmental crisis, migration, wars, unequality, populism, crisis of democracy, rise of radicalism and transformation of political identities) from different perspectives.

University

University detail
Institution type:
public
Founded:
1348
Abbreviation:
CUNI
Number of students:
49120
Number of international students in degree programmes:
1256
Number of international exchange students:
3131
Number of international alumni:
1256

Looking for a university with a long tradition and a modern academic environment? Charles University offers more than 600 study programmes across 17 faculties in Prague, Pilsen and Hradec Králové. You can choose from medicine, natural and technical sciences, law, economics, social sciences, humanities, theology and sport. At Charles University, you can do more than simply gain knowledge. You can get involved in research, spend a semester abroad or meet students from all over the world. The university cooperates with hundreds of international institutions and offers many opportunities to gain experience abroad, including through the Erasmus+ programme. Whether you are interested in science, working with people, medicine, languages or law, Charles University offers a wide range of options to help you find a field that matches your interests and shape your own path.

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