ECTS
120 credits
Duration
2 years
Training structure
Faculty of Law and Political Science
Language(s) of instruction
English
Presentation
- Master's Degree in Comparative Politics and Public Policy
The Master's degree in Comparative Politics and Public Policy is a two-year program (120 ECTS credits as a single track in the Comparative Politics major) that offers an in-depth program in political science specializing in political sociology and public policy with an international perspective.
It offers preparation for all professions requiring intensive work skills, mastery of rigorous methods, critical synthesis, the development of solid and convincing arguments, and advanced analysis, both in applied fields (public or private sector professions) and fundamental fields (research training). For students wishing to pursue doctoral studies (at the University of Montpellier or other universities in France or abroad), it is the preferred program.
The working languages are French and English.
The advantages of the training program
- Paid internships in M1 and M2
- Courses in English and an international environment
- Customizable courses
- Support from a mentor and tutor
Program
The IDIL model:
The IDIL (Interdisciplinary In lab') graduate program at the University of Montpellier opened its doors in September 2022, with the aim of training students through and for research via educational innovation. The IDIL courses available are diverse and cover many disciplines, from bio-health to political science.
Taught entirely in English, IDIL courses offer students the opportunity to follow their courses through a unique structure based on four main aspects:
- Learning by doing. IDIL courses place a strong emphasis on learning by doing, including In-lab units (courses taking place in a laboratory) and a subsidized research internship in M1 and M2. The IDIL program opens the doors to around 100 laboratories at the University of Montpellier, where students will be immersed in their work.
- Customization of the curriculum. IDIL students have the opportunity to tailor their course of study to their career plans and interests by selecting courses from three different teaching units: Non Core, In-lab, and Transversales. Support will be offered to ensure that the student's curriculum corresponds to their chosen field of study.
- Introduction to a new discipline. All IDIL students must choose a Non-Core teaching unit, which is an introductory course to a discipline from another IDIL program. For example, a student in Comparative Politics and Public Policy can take an introductory course in Applied Ecological and Evolutionary Sciences. This system allows students to develop a unique profile and is an effective way to develop interdisciplinary thinking, a major challenge in modern research.
- Support from a mentor. Throughout their IDIL program, students will be coached by a researcher from Montpellier's laboratories. The mentor will help prepare students for their internships, teach theory through various workshops, and help students develop their professional network.
More information about the IDIL graduate program can be found here: https://idil.edu.umontpellier.fr/
Program
MASTER 1
Teaching units: 20 ECTS
- Core units: Fundamental teaching specific to a discipline.
- Non-core unit: Introduction to another discipline in the IDIL graduate program.
- In-lab units: Workshops and practical cases in the laboratory to acquire specific skills or techniques over a few days.
- Cross-disciplinary units: Methodological and professional training.
Personal Project: 10 ECTS
Development of a personal project related to research, preparation for a research internship.
Research internship: 30 ECTS
Participation in a research project, and learning theory and skills through practice.
MASTER 2
Teaching units: 20 ECTS
- Core units: Fundamental teaching specific to a discipline.
- Non-Core Unit: Introduction to another discipline in the IDIL graduate program.
- Cross-disciplinary Units: Methodological and professional training.
Multidisciplinary Team Project: 10 ECTS
Interdisciplinary project led by students from different IDIL backgrounds
Research Internship: 30 ECTS
Participation in a research project, and learning theory and skills through practice.
Select a program
Master's Degree in Comparative Politics and Public Policy
EU NON-CORE TRAINING UNITS IDIL (CHOICE)
Choose 1 out of 10
Innovations in clinical biomarkers, biotechnologies for pers
2 creditsChallenges in chemistry for health and the environment
2 creditsScientific openness to earth and water issues under global c
2 creditsWhy is democracy difficult?
2 creditsDefusing quantitative nonsense
2 creditsPlant health 2.0: a global war
2 creditsOne health and eco-epidemiology
2 creditsMediterranean Terrestrial Ecosystems
2 creditsThe Bionic Man
2 creditsFundamentals of sustainable management
2 credits20h
International policy
3 creditsPublic action and governance
3 creditsPersonal project: research project + English
10 creditsOptional
Choose 3 out of 4
Cross-functional training units IDIL
4 creditsEU Quantitative Studies
In-Lab
2 credits
Optional
Research internship / M1 research thesis
20 creditsPolitical Science Discipline Supplement
Research context (language)
Choose one of two options:
Comparative Politics (ST)
Master's Degree in Comparative Politics and Public Policy
Environment and health
2 creditsMultidisciplinary team project
10 creditsResearch design: epistemology and comparison
2 creditsResearch context: languages + institutions and economics
2 creditsOngoing research
8 creditsCross-functional units 2B IDIL
EU NON-CORE TRAINING UNITS IDIL (CHOICE)
Choose 1 out of 10
Innovations in clinical biomarkers, biotechnologies for pers
2 creditsChallenges in chemistry for health and the environment
2 creditsScientific openness to earth and water issues under global c
2 creditsWhy is democracy difficult?
2 creditsDefusing quantitative nonsense
2 creditsPlant health 2.0: a global war
2 creditsOne health and eco-epidemiology
2 creditsMediterranean Terrestrial Ecosystems
2 creditsThe Bionic Man
2 creditsFundamentals of sustainable management
2 credits20h
Choice 1
Choose one of two options:
Admission
Admission requirements
• Bachelor's degree in the field of study
• Minimum English level B2
• CV and cover letter
• 2 letters of support from a researcher and/or professor
• Estimated ranking of the student in their class
• Explanatory transcript
Registration procedures
Tuition fees
Scholarships available
- Paid internships for all M1 & M2 students
- For international students | A 4-month IDIL scholarship is available for M1 & M2 students (€600/month)
- For international students | The IDIL program reimburses your travel expenses to come and study in Montpellier (up to €600)
- For international students | French as a foreign language courses are offered to facilitate the integration of international students.
Mandatory prerequisites
The master's program will give preference to students with a bachelor's degree or equivalent in political or social sciences, but will also consider applicants from the humanities.
And after
Professional integration
Although IDIL courses are research-oriented, they offer an incredible amount of professional experience throughout their duration that can be used in any professional environment. How to work in a team, how to lead a project, and how to use data are all soft skills taught during this program.