Program Overview
The International Relations at Norwich University is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 18 months, delivered Online. 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 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: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Relations programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'World Politics \ International Relations\', \'American Foreign Policy\', \'International Security\', \'Elective Option for 4th Course\', \'IR Field Exam\', "Master\'s Research Paper", \'World Politics \ International Relations\', \'American Foreign Policy\', \'National Security\', \'Intelligence and National Security Policy\', \'IR Field Exam\', "Master\'s Research Paper"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A bachelor\'s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited U.S. institution, or an equivalent degree from a foreign institution, as evaluated by WES, IERF, SpanTran, or CED.
- If English is not your first language, proof of English language proficiency is required. This can be demonstrated in one of three ways:
- TOEFL - a minimum score of 550 (paper-based test) or 80 (Internet-based test) is required.
- IELTS a minimum composite score of 6.5 is required.
- The applicant holds a baccalaureate or masters degree from a college/university/institution in which the primary language of instruction was English.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Norwich 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 Norwich University
Norwich University
Northfield, United States
Norwich Universityis aprivate universityinNorthfield, Vermont, United States. The university was founded in 1819 as the "American Literary, Scientific and Military Academy". It is the oldest of...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months
