of Philosophy, Sociology and Political Science
CONSULTING IN THE FIELD OF
FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC POLICY
Profile of the educational program of the specialty 052 «Political Science»
1 – – General information |
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Full name of the higher educational establishment and structural unit |
State University of Trade and Economics Faculty of International Trade and Law Department of Philosophy, Sociology and Political Science |
Degree of higher education and the name of the qualification in the language of the original |
Master's degree of higher education Subject area “Political Science” |
The official name of the educational program |
“Consulting in the Field of Foreign and Domestic Policy” |
Conformity of the standard of higher education of the Ministry of Education and Culture of Ukraine |
Corresponds to the SHE of the MEC of Ukraine |
Type of diploma and the volume of the educational program |
Master's degree, single, 90 ECTS credits, 1 year 4 months |
Availability of accreditation |
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Cycle / Level |
NFQ Ukraine – 7 level, FQ-EHEA – second cycle, EQF-LLL – 7 level |
Prerequisites |
bachelor's, specialist or master's degree |
Language(s) of teaching |
Ukrainian |
The validity of the educational program |
Until next scheduled update |
Internet address of the permanent placement of the educational program |
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2 – The purpose of the educational program |
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Training of politologists capable of solving complex specialised tasks and practical problems of professional activity, which involves research, innovation, and consulting services in the field of foreign and domestic policy and is characterised by complexity and uncertainty of conditions and requirements. Fostering the necessary integral, general and professional competencies for the implementation of professional research, information and analytical and consulting activities in the field of foreign and domestic policy (in the state and foreign languages). The training is carried out in accordance with SUTE’s mission and strategy. |
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3 - Characteristics of the educational program |
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Subject area |
Objects of study: political relations between actors and institutions at the local, national and global level (politics, policy, politics), power and governance, political institutions and processes, political transformations, public policy, world politics and politics of individual countries and regions, applied political science, political consulting, political technologies in the field of international relations, foreign and domestic policy, methodology of political science, methodology of international relations, information and analytical activities in the field of international relations, foreign and domestic policy. Learning objectives: the acquisition of the ability to solve complex tasks and problems in the political sphere and/or in the process of learning, which involves research and/or innovation, and/or the provision of information, analytical, consulting services in the field of foreign and domestic policy and is characterized by uncertainty of conditions and requirements. Theoretical content of the subject area: regulatory and empirical political theory, political methodology, comparative and applied political science, global and regional studies, special political science disciplines, political consulting, political technologies in international relations, foreign and domestic policy, methodology of political science, methodology of international relations, information and analytical activities in international relations, foreign and domestic policy. Methods, techniques and technologies: quantitative and qualitative research methods, technologies and tools for analysing the political sphere and international relations. Tools and equipment: up-to-date information and communication equipment, information resources and software products used in practical political activities and research in the field of political science and international relations. |
The educational program orientation |
Educational and professional, applied. |
The main focus of the educational program |
Complete higher education with a specialty in Political Science. Professional training of politologists with in-depth study of applied political science, capable of information and analytical, innovative, research, and consulting activities in the field of foreign and domestic policy. Keywords: political science, applied political science, political consulting, political technologies, information and analytical activities, international relations, interstate relations, diplomacy, domestic policy, foreign policy. |
Features of the program |
Continuing education at the third (educational and scientific) level of higher education - Doctor of Philosophy. Gaining additional qualifications in the adult education system. |
4 – Eligibility of graduates for employment and further training |
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Eligibility for employment |
According to the National Classification of Occupations DK 003:2010, specialists who have completed their education in the educational and professional program “Politology” can hold the following primary positions: 1141.1 The senior official (chairman, general secretary, secretary, president, leader, manager, etc.) of a political party 1142.1 The senior official (chairman, co-chairman, president, vice president, secretary general, secretary) of a trade union 1143.4 A senior official of a non-governmental organization (in the field of culture, education, charity, human rights, etc.) 1143.4 Head (other senior official) of a branch of a non-governmental organisation (humanitarian, specialised) 1143.5 Head of local government (city, village, etc.) 1229.1 Assistant to a senior civil servant of a central government agency 2310.2 Lecturer at a higher education institution; 2419.2 Public relations and press officer 2419.3 Consultant (in the bodies of state and local self-government) 2419.3 Assistant to the Deputy of the Ukrainian Parliament (Member of the National Council) 2419.3 Advisor (public authorities, local governments) 2442.2 Specialist in conflict resolution and mediation in the socio-political sphere 2443.1 Junior Researcher (Philosophy, History, Political Science) 2443.2 Expert on social and political issues 2443.2 Consultant on social and political issues (for parties and other public organizations) 2443.2 Political commentator 2443.2 Politologist 2447 Professionals in the field of project and program management. |
Further education |
Continuation of studies at the third (educational and scientific) level of higher education - doctor of philosophy. Acquisition of additional qualifications in the adult education system. |
5 – Teaching and assessment |
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Teaching and learning |
Master's training at DTEU is an intellectual, creative activity that is carried out through a system of advanced scientific, methodical and pedagogical activities; is carried out on the basis of a problem-oriented approach using modern educational technologies and methods; focused on the individual interaction of the teacher and the student; provides a balanced combination of theoretical and practical training; focused on deep assimilation by the acquirer of knowledge, abilities and skills necessary for the effective implementation of professional activities; aims at forming a comprehensively developed, harmonious personality and social responsibility. Among the main teaching methods used are: participation in lectures, practical classes and consultations; participation in problem-oriented classes, work with scientometric and other professional databases; preparation of group projects; conducting applied research; preparation of scientific articles; conducting scientific research and speaking at conferences, round tables, communication with industry experts. |
Assessment |
According to "Regulations on the organization of the educational process of students" and "Regulations on the assessment of the results of study of students and graduate students at DTEU" provide for the evaluation of the results of students' studies. Current control (testing, project protection, solving situational tasks (cases), business games, etc.); final control (modular control works); practical training; final semester control (exam); final attestation (defense of final qualification work). All types of current assessment of knowledge are carried out during the implementation of the curriculum. |
6 – Program competencies |
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Integral competence |
Being able to solve complex tasks and problems of a research and/or innovation nature, and/or conduct information-analytical, consulting activities in the political sphere, characterised by uncertainty of conditions and requirements, using professional research and/or implementation of innovations. |
General competences (GC) |
GC01. Ability to adapt and act in a new situation. GC02. Ability to conduct research at the proper level. GC03. Ability to design and manage projects. GC04. Ability to search, process and analyse information from various sources. GC05. Ability to learn and master modern knowledge. GC06. Ability to generate new ideas (creativity). GC07. Ability to identify, formulate and solve problems. GC08. Ability to communicate in a foreign language. |
Professional competence of the specialty (PC) |
PC01.. Understanding of the nature and significance of politics as a specific type of human activity and a special field of knowledge, including the development of ideas about politics and its modern interpretations. РC02. Ability to perform professional pedagogical and/or scientific and pedagogical activities in educational institutions. РC03. Critical understanding of the problems and principles of functioning and patterns of development of government and public policy, political institutions and processes, gender policy, world politics and the politics of individual countries and regions. РC04. Ability to holistically analyse power and governance, political systems, institutions and regimes, political processes and political behavior in various contexts of their functioning. РC05. Ability to holistically use regulatory and empirical political theory, methodology of political research and applied political analysis. РC06. Ability to use a wide range of concepts and methods to interpret and analyze policy at the local, national, European and global level. РC07. The ability to effectively perform political, organizational, expert, analytical and advisory functions at the national and international levels. РC08. Ability to critically analyze and synthesize a large amount of information on the state of foreign and domestic policy of Ukraine and other countries, present research results to professionals and the public, and support participation in professional discussions. РC09. Awareness and understanding of the peculiarities of the use of political technologies in the field of foreign and domestic policy. |
7 – Program learning outcomes |
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PL01. To use the understanding of the nature and significance of politics as a specific type of human activity and a special field of knowledge, including the development of ideas about politics and its modern interpretations, the peculiarities of the exercise of power in different political systems, their socio-economic, historical and socio-cultural context, to solve complex problems of political science. PL02. To apply specialised conceptual knowledge of political science, including modern scientific achievements in the field of professional activity or field of knowledge and is the basis for original thinking and research, critical thinking of problems in the field and on the border of fields of knowledge. PL03. To communicate fluently orally and in writing in Ukrainian and English when discussing professional issues, research and innovation in the field of political science. PL04. To make efficient decisions on policy, political science and related issues, including in complex and unpredictable conditions; to predict the development of political processes; to identify factors that influence them and the achievement of goals; to analyze and compare alternatives; to assess risks and possible consequences of political decisions. PL05. To plan, evaluate and ensure the quality of work performed in accordance with established requirements. PL06. To critically comprehend the principles of the exercise of power and public policy, political institutions and processes, world politics and the policies of individual countries and regions. PL07. To manage complex activities in the field of politics, political science and broader contexts, develop plans and measures for their implementation, ensure the quality of education, and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of activities. PL08. To develop and implement scientific and applied projects in the field of political science and related interdisciplinary areas, taking into account methodological, economic, social, legal and ethical aspects. PL09 To develop and effectively apply political technologies in the field of foreign and domestic policy. PL10 To collect, process and analyze large amounts of information, prepare analytical and research materials, carry out consulting activities in the field of foreign and domestic policy, present research results to specialists and the public, and participate in professional discussions. |
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8 – Resource support for the implementation of the program |
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Staff support |
The developers are staff members of the State University of Trade and Economics, practitioners, and degree seekers. The program involves academic staff with academic degrees and/or academic titles, as well as highly qualified specialists (practitioners, including foreign ones). In order to improve their professional level, all academic staff undergo internships once every five years, regularly improve their skills by participating in trainings, scientific and practical events, and academic mobility, including international mobility. |
Material and technical support educational |
The material and technical base of the university meets international standards for ensuring the educational process. Educational classrooms are equipped with modern demonstration equipment, there are specialized classrooms (mediation hall). In total, the university has 50 computer rooms. In public access, there is a modern coworking zone "KNUTE HUB" and "PHYGITAL HUB" - spaces for creative intellectual creative work, divided into work zones. Lecture halls are equipped with modern large-format LED displays, and classrooms and laboratories are equipped with modern computer equipment and specialized programs for processing sociological data (SPSS). A modern SMART-library complex is functioning - an open space zoned for reading, holding lectures, master classes, presentations and convenient work of visitors with computers, virtual reality helmets and their own gadgets. |
Informational and educational support |
The current MOODLE distance learning system and the MS Office 365 environment ensure independent and individual work of applicants. Available general scientific and special sources of information, educational and methodological and monographic literature, information resources of the distance learning system and the Internet. The library's document fund includes more than 1,244,415 copies. Publications in the state language amount to 672,806 copies, which is 55% of the total number of the fund. During the year, the replenishment of the library fund is about 6,000 documents. |
9 – Academic mobility |
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National credit mobility |
National credit mobility is carried out according to concluded agreements on academic mobility. |
International credit mobility |
International credit mobility is implemented through the conclusion of agreements on international academic mobility, including under Erasmus+ programs, on long-term international projects that involve obtaining an education under programs implemented jointly with foreign higher education institutions, etc. |
Education for foreign applicants for higher education |
According to the rules of admission to DTEU |
3.2. List of components of the educational program and their logical consistency
- List of components of EP
Code e/d |
Components of the educational program |
Number of credits |
Compulsory Components of EP |
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CC 1. |
Political consulting |
6 |
CC 2. |
Business Foreign Language |
6 |
CC 3. |
Applied Political Science |
9 |
CC 4. |
Innovative methods of socio-humanitarian research |
6 |
CC 5. |
Political globalism |
6 |
CC 6. |
International analytical and expert centers |
6 |
CC 7. |
Transnational and cross-border political processes |
6 |
CC 8. |
Hands-on training |
9 |
CC 9. |
Preparation of qualification work and defense |
12 |
Total credits for compulsory components: |
66 |
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Elective components of EP |
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EC1 |
Interactive teaching methods in political science |
6 |
EC2 |
Methodology and methods of political research |
6 |
EC3 |
Regulation development activities |
6 |
EC4 |
Law of the European Union |
6 |
Workshops |
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EC5 |
Рsychology of political destructiveness |
6 |
Hybrid wars |
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Political propaganda and disinformation: counteraction technologies |
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EC6 |
Management of social projects in the international environment |
6 |
Technologies of project and grant activity |
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Project brand management |
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The total amount of elective components: |
24 |
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THE TOTAL VOLUME OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM |
90 |


