240 ECTS credits are allocated to the undergraduate programme of political science which lasts 8 terms (4 years). Upon completion of the four-year undergraduate study of political science the student is awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science.

During the four-year study students acquire relevant knowledge and skills for professional work in all public political institutions, secondary schools and other educational institutions, as well as in public and private enterprises. 

Beside the regular classes, students are offered a wide range of guest lectures by scientists and experts from home and abroad. Students are also given the opportunity to learn through research work on concrete examples. Topics connected to current political happenings in the country and in the world are analysed by respected politicians and experts on political communication who also predict future situations on the political scene.

The Bachelor degree and the 240 ECTS credits provide access to the graduate university programme of political science. The continuation of the study is also possible at other institutions of Zagreb University which offer graduate university programmes in the field of social sciences and humanities. Students can also continue their studies abroad.