Program Overview
The Governance and Global Affairs at Moscow State Institute of International Relations is a MA programme in Social Sciences 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 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 Governance and Global Affairs programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Russian Federation 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
- Tuition: EUR 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Moscow, Russian Federation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Governance and Global Affairs programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Russian History\', \'Governance and Government: Russia in Comparative Perspective\', \'Basics of Law System in Russia\', \'Political Process in Contemporary Russia\', \'State and Civil Society in Russia\', "Media and Politics in the Digital Era: Russia\'s Competitive Edge", \'History of Political Ideas. Perspectives in Ancient, Modern and Postmodern Political Theory\', \'Speaking and Writing on Politics and Public Affairs (for Russian speakers)\', \'Electronic Government and Electronic Governance\', \'Russian People and the Russian soul: Myths and Reality\', \'International Relations in the Global East\', \'International Relations in the Global West\', \'Foundations of Russias Foreign Policy\', \'Russia and the USA in Contemporary International Relations\', \'International Political Analysis\', \'Megatrends and Global Affairs\', \'International Security\', \'Russia and East Asia\', \'Russia-EU Relations\', \'International Organization and Global Governance\', \'International Conflicts and Russian Foreign Policy\', \'Modern Economic Strategy of Russia\', \'Russian National Economic Security\', \'Russian and Global Economy\', \'Innovation and R&D Strategies\', \'Doing Business in Russia\', \'Politician\', \'Diplomat\', \'Federal and Regional Government Officer\', \'Foreign Service Officer\', \'Policy Institute Analyst\', \'Public Sector Manager\', \'Political Consultant\', \'Political and Business Information Analyst\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants from countries other than Russia who are interested in Russian domestic politics, state and legal systems, economics and international relations. At least some command of Russian is recommended but not required; for students from countries other than Russia training will include courses on Russian language; the School provides an extensive teaching of \xc2\x93Russia knowledge\xc2\x94: interethnic relations in Russia, specifics of doing business in Russia, understanding Russian political culture and key political processes and conflicts.
Russian citizens and residents who have a good command of English language who are eager to study disciplines stipulated by the Federal Educational Standard in English; for Russian citizens the program provides unique opportunities to become a new type of a bilingual officers for federal and regional governments and business officers equally well prepared for work in politics, international organizations, economic fields, and media in and outside Russia; for Russian students intensive course of advanced English is also provided.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- A CV/Resume that includes professional experience, educational background, and other relevant experience
- Application essay
- Two letters of recommendation
- Copy of official transcript from each college and graduate school attended
- Copy of language certificates (for non-native English speakers)
- Apo stilled Diploma (to be presented before December, 1 of the first academic year)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Moscow State Institute of International Relations 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 Moscow State Institute of International Relations
Moscow State Institute of International Relations
Moscow, Russia
The Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) is a public university located in Moscow, Russia. The institute is run by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months