Program Overview
The Geopolitical Studies (GPS) at Charles University is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Geopolitical Studies (GPS) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Czech Republic and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geopolitical Studies (GPS) programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Geopolitics and Geostrategy I.
- Historical an Contemporary Geopolitical Issues in Europe
- Geopolitics and Political Geography of World Regions
- Geopolitics of sovereignty, state failure and unrecognized states
- Theories of International Relations
- ON WAR I.
- Political Risk Analysis
- EU-China Relations
- Geopolitical Thought
- Geopolitics of Great Powers: Russia
- Geopolitics of Great Powers: China
- Geopolitics of Great Powers: India
- Language Policy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Bachelors degree
English language proficiency (both written and oral)
Applicants to the GPS Programme may come from a variety of undergraduate backgrounds. It is not necessary to have studied political science, international relations or geopolitics. Admission may be granted also to students whose previous studies were in the humanities, economy, law or even technical or natural sciences. Although a background in political science and related sub-disciplines is not formally required for admission, it is an advantage for GPS applicants to have an aptitude for political science.
All students must have a good command of the English language in order to successfully complete all the course requirements, including the ability to discuss specialised topics. Our tutors will not be concerned only with what students know but they will also care about the clarity of their thinking, the capacity of explaining ideas in the public, how well you are able to work in teams and to absorb or expand new knowledge in the social sciences. They will seek evidence of students\xc2\x92 interest in social and political issues and their ability to discuss them critically. If you like reading Foreign Affairs of watt Fareed Zakaria GPS or BBC HARDtalk, you are a prospective programme applicant. If you have not tried yet, please do so and test your aptitude to the social phenomena of this study.
The early admissions deadline for academic year 2017/18 is 28th February 2017. The early admissions deadline is strongly recommended for students from non-EU or non-EFTA countries who will need a student visa in order to study in the Czech Republic.
The regular deadline for academic year 2017/18 is 30th April 2017. The application fee is 530 CZK (approximately 20 EUR).
There will be no entrance examinations. Applicants\' materials will be assessed by an admissions committee in March/May respectively. Successful applicants will be informed at the beginning of April/June respectively, so they can apply for their student visa.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Charles University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Charles University
Charles University
Prague, Czech Republic
Charles University, also known historically as the University of Prague, is the largest university in the Czech Republic. It is one of the oldest universities in the world in continuous operation,...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-04-18
- Start Date 2018-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months