Who are the leading theorists in international relations? What are the dominant issues in the history of international relations? How does the international market relate to a country’s government? What is the effect of processes of globalisation on the autonomy of the state? How does a just world order look like? Why is European integration so important?
Language: English Duration: 1 year (60 EC) Degree: Master of Arts (MA) in International Relations and International Organization Start programme: 1st September
Deadline for application:
EU/EEA citizens: 1st June
Non-EU/EEA citizens: 1st May
NFP candidates: 1st January
N.B. If you wish to apply for a scholarship, the deadline for programme applications is two months before the scholarship deadline
Accreditation: Accredited by the Dutch Government
General information
The one-year Master’s programme in International Relations and International Organization (IR/IO) is interdisciplinary and envisages an integrated study of international relations addressing theory and practice. The programme not only provides a solid academic training, but also prepares students for interesting career perspectives through a career-oriented internship.
Career prospects
The MA programme IR/IO provides its students with a profound knowledge of international relations. The programme is highly relevant for students who wish to pursue a career in international business, non-profit or governmental institutions (local, regional, national or international).
Admission
The programme is highly selective. To be admitted to the Master’s programme IR/IO, students must have an internationally recognized Bachelor’s degree in International Organizations and International Relations or a comparable degree in one of the following fields: International Politics or International Relations. A thorough background in the discipline and theoretical discourse of International Relations is an absolute necessity.
Applicants should be proficient in English. Required is a minimum TOEFL score of 92-93 (internet-based), 580 (paper-based) or 237 (computer-based), or an overall IELTS score of 6.5.