Program Overview
The International Relations at University of Ljubljana is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 12 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 programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Slovenia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 4,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia
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
- Research Seminar in International Relations
- Selected Issues in International Law
- Global Governance
- International Conflict Management
- History of International Relations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Master study programme International Relations is open to:
- Anyone, who graduated from 1st cycle study programme International relations or European studies - social science aspects and collected 240 ECTS.
- Anyone, who graduated from 1st cycle study programme from any other professional field and collected 240 ECTS, if all study obligations that are essential for the continuation of the study are completed before enrolment, namely exams of at least two out of these three subjects: International relations, International economic relations, Politics of international law. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate adequate knowledge of the first foreign specialised language and second foreign specialised language at the level of 1st cycle of study: First foreign specialised language IV and Second foreign specialised language IV (English, German, French, Spanish, Russian or Italian or any other foreign language). Candidate can claim an Academic Transcript and certificates, acquired in previous formal or informal education for the specified subjects.
- Anyone, who graduated from 1st cycle study programme from any field of study and collected 180 ECTS, while in the Programe for Upgrading Social Sciences Related Knowledge the candidate must collect the missing 60 ECTS, namely exams in the following subjects: First foreign specialised language IV, Second foreign specialised language for IV (English, German, French, Spanish, Russian or Italian or any other foreign language), International relations, Theories of international relations, Politics of international law, International economic relations, International organizations, Relations North - South or International political economy, Diplomatic and consular relations, International protection of minorities, Security in international relations and one of the methodological subjects, which are carried out at the 1st cycle of study in any programme chosen in agreement with the administrator of the program. If the candidate has already taken the specified subjects in the Programme for the improvement of social skills, then the candidate is assigned to another subjects of 1st cycle study programme International Relations.
- Anyone, who graduated from four-year higher education program, which it was possible to enter before the introduction of the Bologna reform and completed no later than 2015/2016, from any professional field, if completed all study obligations that are essential for the continuation of the study before enrolment, namely the following subjects: International relations, International economic relations, Politics of international law, First foreign specialised language IV and Second foreign specialised language IV (English, German, French, Spanish, Russian or Italian or any other foreign language). Candidate can claim certificates, acquired in previous formal or informal education for the specified subjects.
- Anyone, who completed a three-year professional program or specialization at short cycle higher education programme, which it was possible to enter before the introduction of the Bologna reform and completed no later than 2015/2016, while in the Programe for Upgrading Social Sciences Related Knowledge, the candidate must collect the missing 60 ECTS, namely exams in the following subjects: First foreign specialised language IV, Second foreign specialised language IV (English, German, French, Spanish, Russian or Italian or any other foreign language), International relations, Theories of international relations, Politics of international law, International economic relations, International organizations, Relations North - South or International political economy, Diplomatic and consular relations, International protection of minorities, Security in international relations and one of the methodological subjects, which are carried out at the 1st cycle of study in any programme chosen in agreement with the administrator of the program. If the candidate has already taken the specified subjects in the Programe for Upgrading Social Sciences Related Knowledge, then the candidate is assigned to another subjects of 1st cycle study programme International relations.
The requirements for the implementation of the program is a number of at least 25 students enrolled in full-time study and 8 students enrolled in part-time study.Selection criteria in the case of restricted enrolment
Selection criterion in case of restricted admission
Individual elements of the selection will be evaluated in the following manner:
- Success (grade point average) - worth 50%.
- Grade achieved in oral or written exam in the fields of International relations, History of diplomacy and Politics of international law in front of an expert committee set by the Department of International Relations - worth 50%.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 4,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 4,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Ljubljana 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 University of Ljubljana
University of Ljubljana
Ljubljana, Slovenia
University of Ljubljana 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- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months