Master's Degree Program in International Relations (MIR Program)
Beijing, China
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
CNY 150,000
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Master of International Relations (MIR) at Peking University School of International Relations welcomes foreign students with solid undergraduate preparation, English proficiency, and interest in international relations and China’s foreign relations. It’s a two-year full-time programme taught in English; after required credits, thesis submission and defense you receive a master's degree.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work in diplomacy, international organizations, NGOs, think tanks, international business or academia. Employers include foreign ministries, multilateral institutions, research institutes and multinational firms. The programme prepares you for policy analysis, China-focused regional expertise, international negotiation roles and roles in global governance and security areas.
The Master of International Relations Program (MIR) at the School of International Relations of Peking University is aimed at foreign students with a good undergraduate education background, English proficiency, and a certain foundation and interest in international relations and China's foreign relations.
This is a two-year full-time program with English as the medium of instruction and the main courses and thesis writing in English. After completing the required credits, submitting a graduation thesis and passing the defense, students can obtain a master's degree issued by Peking University.
International students can apply for the following scholarships:
- Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B): partial tuition waiver for-free accommodation, monthly living expenses, and medical insurance provided in accordance with the regulations.
- Beijing Government Scholarship for International Students: tuition subsidy.
Note: The evaluation of scholarships will be carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations of the state and the university.