Master's Scholarships in International Relations

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EARN A DEGREE ACCREDITED IN AUSTRIA AND THE U.S. 

The Department of International Relations integrates international relations scholarship with regional expertise in both the Eastern and Western parts of the enlarged European Union together with the wider European neighborhood. The department's commitment to international relations theory—in both its traditional and critical forms, and to the two major sub-disciplines of security studies and international political economy—forms the foundation of the program, complemented by a necessary multi-disciplinary approach to the study of the EU and its role as a global actor.

Its highly competitive programs—which attract top-level graduate students from around the world at both master's and doctoral levels—provide an enriching environment for study and research on issues that concern today's globalizing world. The faculty includes scholars from the disciplines of international relations, history, law, economics and comparative politics. 

CEU is an English-language, student-focused research university located in Vienna and accredited both in Austria and the United States. CEU is committed to attracting talented students and scholars from around the world. Our student/faculty ratio (7:1) allows for small, research-driven and discussion-based seminars and close guidance from faculty members. 

MA in International Relations / 1 YEAR / This program gives students a strong foundation in international affairs. For a 360-degree perspective on international events, their causes and consequences, you will take courses in three different tracks: Global Order and Politics, Conflict and Security. Students enrolled in one-year Master's program in International Relations can choose between two tracks - "New York City" and "Vienna" tracks, giving them opportunity to complete part of their studies abroad. ➜ ir.ceu.edu/ma-international-relations-1-year 

MA in International Relations / 2 YEARS / This program is designed for candidates who graduated from a threeyear bachelor’s program and wish to deepen their thinking about the workings of international relations. After a year of introductory courses, we offer students a combination of gateway and elective classes so they can build specialized knowledge in subfields such as conflict and security, global order and politics, or international political economy and development. ➜ ir.ceu.edu/ma-international-relations-2-years 

SCHOLARSHIPS AND APPLICATION DEADLINES 

The majority of our students are eligible for financial aid regardless of their nationality. We currently offer a merit based partial tuition awards for the applicants who submit their application for the 2023-24 academic year by February 1, 2023 (23:59 CET). 

• February 1, 2023 for applicants seeking financial aid
• March 15, 2023 for self-financing master's candidates who will require a study visa to enter Austria
• August 15, 2023 for self-financing master's candidates who will not require a study visa to enter Austria 

WHY CEU?  

• World-ranked master's and doctoral programs in the humanities and social sciences
• Valuable degree accredited in the U.S. and Austria
• 81% of our graduate students receive financial aid
• 7:1 student/faculty ratio
• Close supervision and faculty contact with top researchers
• Students and faculty from 100+ countries
• Committed to academic freedom and open debate
• Based in Vienna, ranked among the world’s most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit 

STUDY IN VIENNA 

Apply now and study in Vienna, consistently ranked among the world’s most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit. Located in the heart of Europe, the Austrian capital has much to offer, from a wide range of academic opportunities to vibrant student life. 

TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER 

We pride ourselves in providing practical experience and remarkable networks to transform your career. 73% of 2021 master’s graduates^* who entered the workforce directly after completing their studies accepted employment offers within three months of graduation and work with more than 200 organizations across various sectors in over 60 countries worldwide.

^* Based on Careers Outcomes Report for Master Graduates 2021. 

Contact 

For further enquiries, please contact:

Student Recruitment Office

Email: student-info@ceu.edu