The Australian National University (ANU) and Princeton University are two of the world’s most prestigious universities offering exceptional educational opportunities to their students. These universities rank 30 and 16 in QS World University Rankings 2023 and are well-known for providing excellent programs devoted to the study of Politics.
Founded in 1746 and based in the United States, Princeton University is one of the oldest universities worldwide, renowned for its intellectually diverse political science programs. The university comprises almost 60 scholars whose enriched expertise, research, and interests strengthen the foundation of the entire programme.
On the other hand, the Australian National University has a long history of excellence in research and undergraduate & postgraduate supervision. ANU is the only university in the country to achieve a score of 5, i.e., “outstanding performance well above world standards,” in 2010, 2012, 2015, and 2018 in Political Science. The university was also ranked 1st in Australia and 11th globally for Politics and International Studies in the QS rankings of the world’s top universities in 2022.
Politics Departments
Princeton University
The Politics Department at Princeton is one of the university’s most prominent. Still, Princeton Politics maintains small classes for undergraduates and includes courses comprising basic training and high-level engagement with work at the frontiers of political science. Its graduate programme offers state-of-the-art traditional teaching instruction and technical training in the study of Politics. The university provides several degree options for Fall 2023, some of which are listed below:
● A.B degree (Major in Politics)
● POL 210 (Political Theory)
● POL 220 and SPI 310 (American Politics)
● POL 300 (Conducting Independent Research in Political Science)
● POL 301, CLA 30, HLS 303, PHI 353 (Political Theory, Athens to Augustine)
● SPI 370, POL 308, CHV 301 (Ethics and Public Policy)
● POL 315 (Constitutional Interpretation)
● POL 329 (Policy Making in America)
● POL 33, HUM 305 (Abraham Lincoln Politics: Concepts, Conflict, and Context)
● POL 335 (The Political Economy of the United States)
● POL 344, AAS 344, AMS 244 (Race and Politics in the United States)
Australian National University
ANU’s School of Politics and International Relations recorded numerous remarkable contributions to political parties, public administration, trade unions, pressure groups, elections and political behavior.
The school focuses on Australian and international public policy and public sector management. The course encompasses significant research, teaching, and postgraduate supervision areas like Australian Politics, International Relations, Comparative Politics, Political Theory, Human Rights, Globalization, Europe, Public Policy, and Latin America. Students can choose from the below-mentioned degree options to scale their careers.
● BPLSC Bachelor of Political Science
● BIR (Bachelor of International Relations)
● HPLSC (Bachelor of Political Science) Honours
● HIR (Bachelor of International Relations) Honours
● BIRY ((Bachelor of International Relations) With a Year in Asia
● HPPE (Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy, and Economics) Honours
● BPPE (Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy, and Economics)
● VPLSC (Master of Political Science)
● MINTR (Master of International Relations)
● CINTR (Graduate Certificate of International Relations)
● DIAFF (Graduate Diploma of International Affairs)
Admission Process
Princeton University
The university seeks students worldwide who can thrive in Princeton’s rigorous academic environment. One can apply as a first-year student through single-choice early action or regular decision. In the case of transfer students, they must apply through the transfer process. Before commencing an application, the university needs students to review its standardised testing policy. Moreover, applicants must fulfil the following requirements for both bachelor’s and master’s programs:
● TOEFL, IELTS Academic or the PTE Academic when English is not the native language
● Official transcripts (Academic record)
● Graded written paper in English
● School reports and Letter of Recommendation
● Standardised testing
Australian National University
ANU welcomes students from Australia and around the globe. Upon joining the university, students join a diverse community of talented minds, learn from Australia’s best students and teachers, and access a national institution’s unmatched resources and support. Below are the following requirements applicants must consider for admission:
● IELTS Academics, IELTS Indicator, TOEFL, Cambridge C1 Advanced, PTE Academic, Duolingo
● For undergraduate coursework degree, complete Australian Year 12 or equivalent, or one year
or more of full-time tertiary study
● For a postgraduate degree, an Australian Bachelor Degree or other qualification accepted by
ANU
● Program specific prerequisites
● Adjustment factors like National Access Scheme (NAS), Educational Access Scheme (EAS), and
Elite Athlete Friendly University (EAFU) Entry Scheme
● Pay the application fee to UAC; the amount will depend on when you apply to ANU.
Tuition Fees
Princeton University
The attendance costs are $83,140 for the academic year 2023 to 2024. It includes tuition fees of $59,710, housing costs of $11,400; food costs worth $7,980, and other estimated miscellaneous costs of $4,050. While the university charges approximately $250 of the $4,050 for books and personal expenses, activities fees and class dues are included in the estimated miscellaneous expenses.
Australian National University
ANU’s tuition fees vary according to the chosen degree program, admission year and application status (domestic and international). The university stands with the Commonwealth initiative where the Australian government pays a portion of the tuition fee for all domestic undergraduate students and some domestic postgraduate students.
Scholarships
Princeton University
Princeton University provides financial aid to students based on their needs, which it determines through a careful review of the economic background of their families. Unfortunately, the university doesn’t offer any scholarships based on merit.
Australian National University
ANU offers a range of scholarship opportunities catering to students from different backgrounds and abilities. They recognise student’s academic achievements and athletic performance. Some scholarships even support unique challenges and experiences identifying leadership. Rural and Regional Scholarships, Financial Hardship Scholarships, and Access Scholarships are examples of unique criteria scholarships ANU offers.
Extracurricular Activities
Princeton University
The university boasts a diverse range of 500 student organization created and run by students and supported by Princeton University. The organisation deals with music, dance, politics, debate, etc., catering to social, cultural, and educational interests.
Australian National University
The co-curricular and Service requirement (CCS) is an admission requirement at ANU. For its eligibility, ANU allows students to demonstrate their involvement in activities outside the classroom and choose a maximum of five CCS activities during years 10 to 12. Applicants are also required to meet academic and other requirements.
Courtesy : The Indian Express
