International Relations (MAIN)
This program will provide you with the knowledge and analytical skills to understand the international context of politics, economy, and security, how international and European politics work, and what are the challenges faced by states, businesses, NGOs and individuals in the globalized world. You will become valued experts in national and European administrations and diplomacy, but also businesses, NGOs, and media. The program offers a double-degree option with the University of Konstanz.
Application deadlines
interim: 30 June 2026
extended: 31 August 2026
Important note for visa-seeking students: Please read about the visa process before applying. You are responsible for organizing your legal stay in Czechia and the visa process can be quite lengthy.
Program description
The program helps you understand how international and European politics work and what challenges states, business, NGOs, and individuals face in the globalised world. Within an interdisciplinary framework, you will learn about the key points of contestation in world politics, major transnational issues such as climate change, and the functioning of key global institutions, including the European Union.
You will study how international conflicts can be productively transformed into cooperation. In addition to providing you with a robust background in international and European politics, the program emphasises the development of your analytical capabilities and critical thinking. Thanks to the broad scope of competences you acquire and deepen during your studies, you will become highly valued experts in national administrations and diplomacy, European and international institutions, but also businesses, NGOs, media, and academia.
For the full curriculum of the program, please click here. For an overview click here.
Tuition fees and scholarships
Tuition fees: 7 000 EUR per year
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Important information
Degree: Master’s
Form: optional double degree
Duration: 2 years
Language: English
Teaching: on campus
After graduation
You can find a career in a widely defined international sphere, in particular in the diplomatic service, international organizations, NGOs, foreign relations of public and private institutions, media covering international politics, as well as in university research and education.
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