Formal Political Science in Europe?

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Hello!

I am going to graduate from an UK economics department next year (Master of Science in Economics and Econometrics). But I intend to switch to political science then for PhD programmes. However, the only political science courses that I can show are from a very very unknown department in Germany. That is why I would like to attend an additional Masters programme in Pol Sci with focus on quantitative methods and formal modelling as a preparation for an application to good universities in the US like Rochester or WashU.

However, due to several reasons, I would like to do this masters in Europe, but I do not know which department offers FORMAL political science courses. Even the LSE emphasises that they use an historic approach.

Do you have any idea which department could be suitable for my intentions? Helpfull comments would be highly appreciated!

Kind regards

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I don't know that much about Europe, but maybe you should check out London School of Economics and Essex.

You might at least apply to schools like Rochester and WashU if you have done well in your previous programs. Your economics background may actually increase your desirability for some of those programs, and a lot of prior background in political science may not be as necessary as you think.

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Thanks a lot! Do you believe that I would have a chance to get into Rochester without having a strong background in political science?

Do you know whether there are any other PhD programms in the US (that focus intensively on formal modelling and quantitative methods) I should consider for an application?

Again, thanks a lot for all answers!

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[flyingwalrus]

Politicon said:

Do you know whether there are any other PhD programms in the US (that focus intensively on formal modelling and quantitative methods) I should consider for an application?

UCSD, WUSTL, and Texas A&M (which appears to be trying to turn itself into Rochester) are heavy on methods. I believe Michigan is, as well. Duke has a lot of people who do formal modeling. Most of the top 25-ish departments offer strong methodological training with the possible exception of Northwestern.