MA in Political Science in Reno United States | University of Nevada, Reno

The Master of Arts program aims to:
Provide advanced, specialized political science coursework culminating in a graduate degree
Equip students for doctoral studies and careers in political science
Enable career preparation in teaching, politics, government service, or professional enhancement
Facilitate university research on political and policy issues
Political science courses encompass the entire discipline, covering both content and research approaches. Methodology courses develop skills for analyzing political systems, institutions, and policies. Students pursue specialized interests through independent research projects.
The M.A. curriculum delivers comprehensive disciplinary knowledge and methodological training, with concentrations in American Politics, Political Theory, Public Policy/Administration, International Relations, and Comparative Politics. Our department focuses on undergraduate/graduate education, research, and public service. The program's intimate size allows close faculty mentorship and collaboration with senior students to customize studies toward research and career objectives.
Program objectives include:
Delivering advanced political science coursework for graduate qualifications
Preparing students for Ph.D. programs and political science careers
Supporting career development in education, politics, or public service
Promoting university research on political and policy matters
Coursework spans the discipline's breadth, including substantive and methodological aspects. Research methods training enables sophisticated political analysis, while independent study options allow specialization through student-driven projects.