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International Relations

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Tuition USD 9,709 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,496 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Deadline 2028-02-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Singapore, Singapore
Language English

Program Overview

The International Relations at Nanyang Technological University is a MSc 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 Singapore and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: USD 9,709 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,496 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Singapore, Singapore

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Relations programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. The Study of International Relations
  2. Foreign Policy Analysis
  3. Critical Security Studies
  4. International Relations of Northeast Asia
  5. International Relations of South Asia
  6. The Study of Institutions
  7. Japanese Foreign Policy
  8. European Union and Contemporary European Security
  9. An Introduction to International Law
  10. International Human Rights Law
  11. Global Governance
  12. Current Topics and Controversies in U.S. Foreign Policy
  13. The International Politics of Islam: Ideas, Actors and Contemporary Issues
  14. International Politics of Communication IR6025 Global Governance
  15. Global Environmental Politics
  16. US-China Relations
  17. Quantitative Methods in the Study of International Politics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • A Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with honours from a Singapore university (or overseas equivalent)
  • Standardised Test Scores: test scores for TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) must be submitted by all applicants except those with undergraduate degrees from universities where English was the medium of instruction.
  • A provisional degree certificate or a university letter stating the expected graduation date is required for applicants who have not yet completed their undergraduate studies. The original degree certificate must be provided for verification at the point of matriculation, otherwise candidates will not be admitted to the masters programme
  • A 2:1 UK degree (or overseas equivalent) in Political Science or a related subject for applicants to the Warwick-NTU Double Masters Programme

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 9,709 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,496 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 9,709 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,496 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Nanyang Technological 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 Nanyang Technological University

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Nanyang Technological University

Singapore, Singapore

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2028-02-18
  • Start Date 2018-08-21
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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