To meet growing demand for specialists and experts in international relations Political Science Faculty of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University offers 2 years long full time Master's Program in International Relations.
PROFILE
International Relations Master's Program at UMCS is taught entirely in English and is designed for both Polish and foreign students who wish to explore various aspects of contemporary international and global relations.
Program offers interdisciplinary studies for people interested in contemporary global affairs. It is a program for those who wish to combine academic and practical knowledge with personal development for a successful and interesting future career. Nowadays, globalization and integration phenomena require anyone participating in politics as well as in business, cultural and social life to be familiar with international environment.
The demand for experts in the field translates into excellent prospects for future careers for the program’s graduates. Careers in diplomacy, transnational corporations, international organizations, international development programs are among numerous possibilities for Program’s graduates.
Degree: Master of Arts (M.A. in International Relations)
Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
Language: English
PROGRAM (Curriculum)
CORE COURSES
International Relations Theory
International Law and Organisations
World Politics since 1945
International Relations Terminology
Intercultural Communication
International Security
Global Political Economy
Transnational Social Space
International Human Rights
Foreign Policy Forecasts WORKSHOP
Policy Analysis WORKSHOP
ELECTIVE COURCES
Elective Courses 1-5
Foreign Language
University Lecture
During the Program each student needs to take 5 Elective Courses. Students who take 4 elective cources in one area of studies can obstain additionally Certificate in Environment Studies or Certificate in International Development Studies.
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Certificate in International Development Studies |
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1. Global Population Studies |
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2. Transnational Civil Society |
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3. Social Policies in Global Context |
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4. Developmen Aid Project Management - Workshop |
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Certificate in Environment Studies |
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1. International System of Environmental Protection |
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2. Sustainable Development |
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3. Polar Regions in International Relations |
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4. Sustainable Development Project Management |
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Other Elective Cources - examples |
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1. Great Powers Interventions in International Relations |
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2. Strategic Culture of the US |
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3. Globalisation and Regionalism in International Relations |
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4. Politics, Economy and Society in Western Hemisphere |
SPECIALISATIONS
Students in the Program will choose ONE SPECIALISATION . Decisions a made at the begining of 2nd semester. Only specialisations with minimum enrolment of 15 students will be offered.
ECONOMIC DIPLOMACY
Diplomatic and Consular Law
Entrepreneurship and Management
International Economic Organizations
Negotiations and Settlement of Economic Disputes
Foreign Economic Policy and Promotion – PROJECT
Analysis of Economic Situation
INTERNATIONAL PLACE BRANDING
Introduction to International Place Branding
Instruments of International Place Branding
Public Diplomacy
Place Potential and Identity
Nation Branding – PROJECT
International Branding of Cities and Regions – PROJECT
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Law of International Organizations
United Nations System
EU Law and Politics - CASE STUDY
International Regional Organizations
International Administration WORKSHOPS
CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPEAN STUDIES
History of Central and Eastern Europe
Political Systems on Central and Eastern Europe BN
Economy of Central and Eastern Europe
Culture and Society in Central and Eastern Europe BN
Security Challenges in Central and Eastern Europe BN
International Relations in Central and Eastern Europe BN
MASTER SEMINAR
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DIPLOMA THESIS AND DIPLOMA EXAM
INTERNSHIP (minimum 4 weeks)
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OUTREACH PROGRAM and independent student projects (optional)
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