BA in International Relations and Sustainability
Vienna, Austria
BA
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 9,000 / per semester
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* students who do not need visa | students who need visa April 1st
Key Summary
Are you ready to become a global changemaker?
The Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Sustainability at Modul University Vienna equips you with the skills to tackle today’s most pressing global challenges. This innovative, fully English-taught program combines rigorous academic training with practical insights, focusing on global governance, policy analysis, diplomacy, and sustainable development.
Located on Vienna’s scenic Kahlenberg hill, MU offers an international learning environment where you engage in real-world problem-solving, applied projects, and a 780-hour internship that builds professional experience and your global network. Small class sizes, close contact with faculty, and a diverse student community ensure a personalized, student-centered education.
Graduates are well prepared for impactful careers in international organizations, NGOs, government agencies, sustainability consulting, and multinational corporations, as well as for further graduate studies in related fields. Join a community of forward-thinking students dedicated to making a difference and turn your passion for international affairs and sustainability into a powerful career path.
“Modul University Vienna has ambitious plans to become a European center for understanding the changing world. From European geopolitics, international conflict, peace and diplomacy, to security, employers increasingly value critical thinking and the capacity to link multiple levels of analysis; from the global to the local. Having been a professor at some of Europe’s leading international relations departments and universities, Modul’s ambitions and its strategic location in Vienna, alongside its proximity to international organizations, give it a cutting edge. Please do join us as we develop tomorrow’s leaders.”
– Doug Stokes, Head of the School of International Relations and Professor
Scholarships
- MCC Scholarship: Join a supportive and high-achieving community of students and mentors. Receive a 25%, 50% or 75% scholarship award towards your tuition fees and participate in international study trips and cultural exchange programs.
- Supporting Futures Scholarship: For bachelor’s degree applicants who demonstrate the potential to contribute academically and socially. Up to 25% of the total tuition fees.
Reductions
Siblings Reduction: Reduction of 10% on total tuition fees for applicants who are siblings of current students at MU Vienna and also wish to study at MU. This reduction is not related to a specific study program.
First Year
Build a solid foundation in economics and mathematics while gaining a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of the core disciplines in International relations.
Semester 1
- International Relations
- Fundamentals of Political Theory
- Mathematics and Statistics I
- International Organizations
- Academic Writing
- Macroeconomics
Semester 2
- International Security
- Mathematics and Statistics II
- Human Rights and Economic Development
- Microeconomics
- Ethics in International Management and Governance
Second Year
Dive deeper into the field with courses on sustainability, governance and political economy while you develop a broader perspective and explore the intersection of politics, sustainability and governance.
Semester 3
- Environmental Security and Conflict Resolution
- Global Governance
- Societal and Environmental Transitions
- Political Economy
- Research Design
- Comparative Politics
- Internship Preparatory Course1
Semester 4
- Contemporary Issues in International Relations
- Governance for Sustainability Transitions
- International Economics
- Economic Geography
- Philosophy of Science
- International Law
- Bachelor Thesis Tutorial2
Third Year
Enhance your understanding of sustainability and international development while you gain practical experience through a Capstone project. Choose between an internship or a thesis with specialized courses that align with your interests and career goals.
Semester 5
- Climate and Energy Policy
- International Politics of Development
- Specialization Course I: Critical Reflection on Technological Innovation for Sustainability
- Specialization Course II: European Integration in a Globalized World
- Capstone Project in International Relations and Sustainability Transitions
Semester 6
Internship
OR
Thesis
- Specialization Course III
- Specialization Course IV
- Specialization Course V
- Specialization Course V
Thesis or internship and a Capstone project
The BA in International Relations and Sustainability provides the maximum flexibility, with a strong emphasis on real-world projects and team collaboration.
All students participate in a specialized professional project, which provides ample opportunity to work on real-life projects that will help prepare them for success directly after university.
Additionally, students have the choice to participate in an extensive internship or to write a comprehensive Bachelor's thesis, delving into a specific area of interest. The thesis is fully mentored and provides the students with extensive faculty interactions as they finalize their thesis.