Program Overview
The International Relations (Global) at Webster Vienna Private University is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 11 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 (Global) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Austria and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 11 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 45,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 45,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Vienna, Austria
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Relations (Global) programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to International Relations
- Comparative Politics
- Research Methods and Perspectives
- Research Methods and Perspectives
- Field Work
- International Political Economy
- Professional Seminars
- Theories of International Relations
- International Law
- International Organizations
- War and Diplomacy
- Foreign Policy
- Comparative Foreign Policy
- Politics of Development
- Area Studies
- Humanitarian Issues in International Politics
- Issues in International Politics
- International Relations: Theory and Practice (Integrated Studies)
- Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Students who have earned a bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited college or university are encouraged to apply for admission to Webster University\'s Global MA programs. Students from outside the U.S., who have earned the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor\'s degree, are welcome to apply. We welcome applicants with any academic major to apply to this program.
- The Global MA programs are designed to progress in five 8-week terms what is normally done in at least six terms.\xc2\xa0
- For more information, please visit the programme website.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 45,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 45,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: USD 45,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 45,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Webster Vienna Private 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 Webster Vienna Private University
Webster Vienna Private University
Vienna, Austria
Webster Vienna Private University is a private American university in Vienna, Austria. While affiliated to the Webster University in St. Louis, USA, it remains a distinct and separate institution.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 11 months