138 International Relations and Global Politics MSc Degree Programs

Our world today faces complex challenges that cannot be tackled by one discipline alone. We need an approach that cuts across boundaries. Our selective one-year Master program in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) offers this interdisciplinary approach. The program aims at ambitious students with a wide range of interests – students who want to explore the philosophical dimensions of political and economic issues and develop and apply their critical thinking tools. If you are interested to work at the interface between politics, economics and philosophy, this is your master's program.

Our Global Leadership and Peacebuilding MSc examines the mutually reinforcing links between global leadership, peace and society, especially in developing nations. Through this blended learning programme, which offers both face-to-face and online modules and which supports wholly online study where applicable, you will learn to understand the huge significance of global leadership processes and outcomes in peacebuilding efforts in the developing world and the impacts they have on society.

Our China and Globalisation MSc provides an introduction to the causes and consequences of China’s rise from comparative and global perspectives. It will equip you with the conceptual and research tools necessary for the critical analysis of China’s social, political, and economic trends, and support your understanding of Chinese public policies, business strategies and modes of international cooperation.

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Intelligence and Global Security degree is a unique program designed to educate, train and prepare the university’s Master’s students to advance in national security-based academic, government (including intelligence, military and law enforcement agencies), and private sector

The graduate school offers Master of Science Programmes in Strategic Studies, International Relations, International Political Economy and Asian Studies. As a school, RSIS fosters a nurturing environment to develop students into first-class scholars and practitioners.

Explore global poverty solutions with our MSc in International Development. Combine theoretical and practical teaching, gain critical insights, and receive personalised support from expert faculty in a supportive and diverse academic community.

Master the complex security challenges of today's world. This MSc combines security studies, cyber security, and risk analysis to equip you with the advanced skills to tackle terrorism, cyber threats, weapons of mass destruction, and emerging state and non-state actors. Graduated as a security specialist, ready to shape global security policy.

The graduate school offers Master of Science Programmes in Strategic Studies, International Relations, International Political Economy and Asian Studies. As a school, RSIS fosters a nurturing environment to develop students into first-class scholars and practitioners.

The MSc in Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding is an innovative, interdisciplinary cutting-edge programme designed to provide students with crucial opportunities to explore the political, social, economic, legal, and psychological dimensions shaping the transformation of different forms of violent conflict. The programme arrives at a critical juncture, when global manifestations of conflict are both escalating and becoming more diverse, at the same time as the current conflict transformation and peacebuilding paradigm is under review.

The only Master's degree program in diplomacy organized by an international intergovernmental organization and officially used by active diplomats over 4 continents, counting among its students and alumni officials at the minister, ambassador, and diplomatic counselor levels.

Never before have political decisions been so interconnected across the world. A global pandemic, climate change, shifts in economic power, and the rise of AI, and big data. They all impact global politics. But how? And who are the main actors? The Political Science Master’s program at VU Amsterdam teaches you to analyze the exercise of political power in its social and international context.

Transform public policy at Birmingham with our MSc in AI and Government. This cutting-edge course empowers social scientists to master AI and ethical governance through hands-on projects and interdisciplinary learning, shaping a future where technology and policy converge for societal impact.

The MSc International Security There are a growing number of new threats to international security, ranging from civil war, terrorism and transnational crime to the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. This programme provides you with a theoretical and empirical understanding of the international security environment of the post-Cold War era, including the origins of conflicts and peace, the emergence of new security threats, and the many different agencies involved in conflict prevention, peacekeeping and peacemaking today.

Choice is at the very heart of politics. War or peace, left or right, liberty or security, sovereignty or integration, consensus or conflict—choices matter. Choice is also key to your education. Choose an intellectually challenging programme in which you develop your knowledge and expertise in the study of politics. Choose a respected, selective programme that fits your future ambitions. Choose the MSc programme in Political Science at Leiden University.

Acquire the skills and know-how needed for kickstarting a career in diplomacy, national and international institutions, or many more related fields. This program is taught by experienced professors with close links to the policy-making community in Brussels. Lay the foundation for a successful career in one of the world’s governance centres.