MA in International Relations and European Studies

  Austria

  Hungary

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 

Description: The Institute for Social and European Studies (ISES) in collaboration with Budapest Corvinus University provides students with the opportunity to obtain theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of international relations, the problems of small states in Europe, the Balkans, international economics, regional integration and development, political science, European culture and sociology. ISES provides a variety of programs and services during the academic year which will make your stay in Hungary a rewarding and enriching experience. You will be part of an international student body of approximately 30 students and have the opportunity to meet outstanding professors from around the world. Credits are transferable to most universities.

Two semesters are required on campus for course work, plus a third semester elsewhere for research and thesis writing. Students are accommodated in dormitories or apartments and all necessary facilities. ch on a chosen topic. A total of 180 credits (includes the credits for the MA thesis) are required to complete the course.

Highlights: The European University Institute in Koszeg hosts a unique, innovative Masters Programme that provides students with the opportunity to obtain theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of European construction, European Culture, economics and regional integration, Europe in a global context, transition and democratization, civil society, South-Eastern Europe. Courses are taught by internationally recognized scholars and practisioners. The institute provides a variety of programs (optional courses, guest lecture series) during the academic year, which will enrich the academic experience of students.

Upon graduation many students are employed in the institutions of the European Union, National parliaments and ministries, in diplomatic service, and in university faculties and research centres.

Degree Level: Masters Degree

Cost in US$: 3200

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Asian, Australian, Canadian and European Participants.

Participants Travel Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 4

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

European University Institute of Koszeg's Mission Statement: The Institute for Social and European Studies (ISES) is an international multidisciplinary research and educational centre. The aim of our teaching activity is to train multilingual, young experts who will prepare to take leading roles in the process of EU integration in Hungary as well as abroad. The main objective of ISES is to research and teach issues related in the broadest sense to the process of European integration. Our students take courses not only in economics, law and EU related matters, but they also acquire a thorough knowledge of European history, culture, philosophy, and discuss current issues related to civil society, nationalism and globalization. In recent years ISES has participated in a number of leading international and Hungarian research projects, in which multidisciplinary is highly present. We are continuously aiming to broaden and deepen our networks with national and international partner institutions.

Year Founded: 2004