Master of Arts in Political Science - Political Theory [Thesis]

The department offers programs of study leading to the Master of Arts degree in political science and the Master of Arts degree in public administration. For more information about the Master of Arts degree in public administration, refer to the public administration program in this section of the catalog. Course offerings in political science cover the following general topics: American politics, public policy, public administration, public law, political theory, research methods, and comparative politics.

The Concentration is designed for students with an interest in political theory and philosophy, and in the relationship between political ideas and political practice. This track also offers excellent preparation for students who are considering pursuing doctoral studies in political theory at the University of Houston or elsewhere, or who have an interest in developing a deep understanding of the theory and philosophies underlying political practice.

Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, at least a 3.00 grade point average (A=4.00) in the most recent 60 term hours of undergraduate or graduate courses and have taken the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).

The minimum TOEFL score required is 79 for the internet-based test.
The minimum TOEFL score for the paper-based (pBT) exam is 550 or higher.
The minimum TOEFL score for the new revised paper-based exam is: Reading 20, Listening 20, and Writing 20.
The minimum IELTS score required is an overall score of a 6.5.