International Relations
Radboud Universiteit

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locatieNijmegen |
diplomaMSc |
typeregulier, 60 EC |
start1 september |
taalvolledig English |
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd |
accreditatiesNVAO |
croho-code60203 |
numerus fixusnee |
honoursnee |
Our International Relations specialisation will provide you with an insight into these players and into fundamental questions of contemporary international relations: is the international community equipped to address violent conflict and (cyber) terrorism? Why do states intervene in some cases of human rights violations, but not in other? Will the competition for natural resources intensify domestic and international conflict? What are the political consequences of regional integration (in Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia) and of the emergence of powers such as Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRICs)? What are the political ramifications of global trade and finance?
The Master's in International Relations is a specialisation of the Master's programme in Political Science. For the fifth time in a row, this programme was rated number one in the Netherlands by the Keuzegids Masters 2017 (Guide to Master's programmes).
The Master's in International Relations is a specialisation of the Master's programme in Political Science. For the fifth time in a row, this programme was rated number one in the Netherlands by the Keuzegids Masters 2017 (Guide to Master's programmes).
Master's specialisation International Relations
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Radboud University's Master's programme in Political Science offers you a unique opportunity to become a specialist in International Relations. The programme is intensive and integrated. Teaching takes place in a stimulating setting of small groups and trains analytical and practical skills. Our international staff excels in high-quality teaching and internationally recognised research, and actively engages in policy advice.
Studieprogramma

opbouwIn this specialisation you will learn about recent developments in International relations theory, practise how to analyse conflicts concerning resources, the changing nature of war, European Union politics, the processes of globalisation, socio-economic inequality and questions of identity by following courses such as Current Debates in International Relations Theory, Global Political Economy, Cooperation and Conflict in the 21st Century.
The Master's specialisation in International Relations is taught at the Nijmegen School of Management. It has a course load of 60 EC (one-year). All the courses are 6 EC and the Master's thesis is 18 EC. Apart from courses in International Relations, the curriculum contains research courses, and an elective course or internship.
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Sociology, Philosophy and Ethics of Research | 6 EC | ||||||||
Current Debates in International Relations Theory | 6 EC | ||||||||
Cooperation and Conflict in the 21st Century | 6 EC | ||||||||
Advanced Research Methods onderzoek | 6 EC | ||||||||
Global Political Economy | 6 EC | ||||||||
Elective course/Internship | 6 EC | ||||||||
Just War Theory | 6 EC | ||||||||
Master's thesis in Political Science - International Relations afstuderen | 18 EC |
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
case study, computer exercise, design project, excursion, gaming, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, integration module, internship, lecture, literature study, research, research project, research proposal, oral presentation, project, self evaluation, self study, tutorial, working group, workshopobjectives
This specialisation allows students to gain analytical skills and knowledge in order to prepare themselves for positions in policy and programme development in national, EU, and international public and private sector organisations. Your knowledge and skills are also sought after in consulting, (inter)national diplomacy with the EU, in local, regional and national government, with business, media and think-tanks. Furthermore, the specialisation is an expellent base to go on with a PhD project.Toelating en kosten
toelatingseisen
vooropleiding
A Bachelor's degree in Political Science or a closely-related discipline from an academic university. All applicants should have sufficient knowledge of social sciences research methodology (quantitative and qualitative).
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Na de studie

Our graduates have the skills that employers want, namely sound research and analytical skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, and experience in working both in teams and independently.
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
Our alumni have positions as policy-makers in international organisations, political parties, government ministries, market authorities, the European Parliament, and the European Commission. Our alumni also work as consultants for profit and non-profit organisations and as researchers at think-tanks and universities. They are employed by banks and other financial institutions and by the media.
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