Career prospects
We prepare students for the labour market by focusing on professional skills and providing them with the opportunity to complete an internship. Students who wish to pursue careers in research can also combine this internship with an internal research project.
After your studies
Our graduates are well-equipped for positions as:
- Policy maker at a government department or at the European institutions
- Consultant at national or supranational institutions
- Researcher
Labour market information
From the graduates of the Master’s programme in Political Science:
- 71% found a job within 6 months after graduation.
- 42% found a job within their field.
- The gross starting salary based on 34 hours a week is € 2.650.
Source: Studiekeuze123 & Alumni Survey Radboud University 2022.
Radboud Career Service
You can always contact the Radboud Career Service or Career Service NSM. The Career Service offers students and young alumni guidance and support as they venture into the labour market. Career Service is available for career guidance, job application tips, or if you require information about internships and job vacancies.
Keep developing, even after your Master's
Do you want to stay up to date in your field of study even after your Master's? At Radboud University, we offer advanced education for professionals. Here, you connect the challenges of your future work practice and social issues with scientific insights and practical skills. This way, you strengthen your knowledge, stay ahead in your career, and are always prepared for the next step.