Program Overview
The International Affairs at Middle Tennessee State University is a MA programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Affairs programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States 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
- Tuition: USD 1,266 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 501 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Murfreesboro, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Affairs programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- PS 6100 - Seminar in International Relations 3 credit hours
- PS 6200 - Seminar in Comparative Politics 3 credit hours
- PS 6400 - Global Governance 3 credit hours
- PS 6500 - Research Methods in International Affairs 3 credit hours
- PS 5030 - Human Rights 3 credit hours
- PS 5070 - Political Violence and Terrorism 3 credit hours
- PS 5180 - African Politics 3 credit hours
- PS 5190 - Middle East Politics 3 credit hours
- PS 5300 - Comparative European Governments 3 credit hours
- PS 5310 - Comparative Asian Government 3 credit hours
- PS 5690 - International Relations of the Middle East 3 credit hours
- PS 5770 - Russian Politics 3 credit hours
- PS 5900 - Latin American Politics 3 credit hours
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- an earned bachelor\'s degree from an accredited university or college, including at least 18 hours of undergraduate courses in political science, international relations, or related disciplines (including, for example, courses in international relations theory, research methods, and comparative politics);
- a minimum grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale for all college work taken;
- satisfactory scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
- submit application with appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php);
- submit official scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE);
- submit official transcripts of all previous college work;
- submit three (3) letters of recommendation from professors or professionals that address the applicant\'s potential to successfully complete a master\'s program in International Affairs;
- submit a statement of interest stating reason for applying to the program, academic interest, and professional goals.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,266 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 501 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,266 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 501 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Middle Tennessee State 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 Middle Tennessee State University
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, United States
Middle Tennessee State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
