Program Overview
The International Relations (2 years) at Central European University (CEU) is a MA 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 (2 years) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Hungary 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Budapest, Hungary
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Relations (2 years) programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Comparative European Politics
- Concepts And Theories For Understanding World Politics
- Democracy Between Crisis And Transformation: Normative And Institutional Perspectives
- Diplomatic Case Studies
- EU Security Policy
- Globalization, Inequality And Institutions
- Intervention In Action: South Sudan
- Introduction To International Humanitarian Law For Public Policy Students
- Nationalism, Populism And Ethnic Conflict Management In Eastern Europe
- Political Economy In The Shadow Of The Great Recession
- Political Economy Of The EU
- Research Design And Methods In IR
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Completed\xc2\xa0CEU Application Form\xc2\xa0
- Letters of Recommendation
- Academic Records
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Program-Specific Requirements
- Proof of English Proficiency
- Application Fee
- In addition to meeting the\xc2\xa0General CEU Admissions Requirements, applicants must submit a\xc2\xa0one-page statement of purpose, and\xc2\xa0a 500-word essay.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Central European University (CEU) 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 Central European University (CEU)
Central European University (CEU)
Budapest, Hungary
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-19
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 180