Political Science - Diversity and Inequality in Politics

Understanding how gender, race, ethnicity, class, religion and other identities intersect with power structures is key to addressing pressing societal issues such as discrimination, unequal representation, economic disparities, and violent conflicts. Learn to critically analyse these domestic and global dynamics and develop viable solutions to foster more inclusive political and social systems.

This specialisation offers a deep dive into the ongoing debates surrounding equality, diversity, and inclusion. You will gain an advanced understanding of cutting-edge theoretical perspectives that explore how existing power structures and identity-based factors—such as gender, race, ethnicity, age, and disabilities—can either contribute to or help prevent discrimination and marginalisation. You will also acquire practical skills to design, implement, and evaluate organisational interventions and policy solutions intended to foster diversity and inclusion in the public and private sectors.

Future Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program will be equipped to analyse complex political and societal challenges and design effective policies that promote diversity and inclusion. Potential career paths include:

• Diversity Manager in public or private sector organisations
• Policy Advisor at national, European, or international levels
• program Manager at research institutes or think tanks
• Consultant for (trans)national non-governmental organisations
• Trainee in national or international government programs

This program is accredited by the NVAO (the Dutch-Flemish accreditation organisation).

Courses include:

• Sociology, Philosophy and Ethics of Research
• Current Debates on Gender, Race, Ethnicity and Class
• Current Debates in CP: Representation and its Challenges

• Advanced Research Methods
• Gender, Violence and War

• Power and Diversity
• Global Political Economy of Climate Change