politicologie
Politicologie, often translated as political science, is the academic discipline that studies political systems, processes, and behavior. In Dutch-speaking contexts, politicologie focuses on how power is exercised, how institutions are organized, how public policies are formulated and implemented, and how citizens engage with politics. The field combines theoretical analysis with empirical research to explain political phenomena at local, national, and international levels.
Historically, politicologie emerged from political philosophy, constitutional law, and public administration, gaining prominence in the 19th
Major subfields include comparative politics, international relations, political theory, public administration and policy, and political methodology.
Education and career: Politicologie is typically offered at undergraduate and graduate levels, preparing students for research,
In many countries, politicologie is a standard term for political science; its exact structure and emphasis