Program Overview
The International Relations and European Studies at University of Florence 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 International Relations and European Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Italy 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
- Location: Florence, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Relations and European Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Current Challenges to International Law
- Competition and Regulation in the EU
- EU Public Policies
- Origins and Development of the European Union
- Business History in a Global Economy
- Energy, Environment and European Security
- European and International Relations: Linguistic Analysis
- Religions and International Relations
- Health and Education Economics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be admitted to RISE Master\'s Programme, prospective students must possess a three-year degree or diploma from a University, or a similar academic qualification recognized as equivalent. Prospective students must also have completed specific curricular requirements and have had an adequate personal preparation, verified through procedures and criteria defined in the Regulations for the Master\'s programme.
The RISE Admissions Committee (LINK) will evaluate prospective students\' applications on the basis of past personal and academic accomplishments, including exam scores.
The student who intends to enroll must have acquired in his or her undergraduate studies a basic grounding in selected subjects including history, political science, economics, and law. He or she must also be able to express him or herself both orally and in writing in English.A student that does not have the necessary academic background may enroll individual courses prior to matriculating to the full Master\'s course.
Students from abroad
The students who have studied abroad must submit their application to the Admissions Committee. They must send a copy of their University Degree and of the syllabus of each class, detailing the content and readings of each course they have followed, to the email address of the Admissions Committee. These documents must be in English or Italian (no translation approved by a Consulate is needed at this stage of the application procedure).
For more detailed information on admissions and an assessment of a prospective student\'s academic suitability please contact Prof. Luisa Vierucci.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2024-08-18
About University of Florence
University of Florence
Firenze, Italy
University of Florence is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2024-08-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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