International Relations and International Organization University of Groningen
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
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| Master Degree | On-Campus | find out | find out | September | €2530 per year | €13100 per year |
Course overview
Can the EU survive the rise of euroscepticism and populism? Why has international cooperation on global environmental issues proven to be difficult? How can we address other issues in an increasingly globalized world?
IRIO in Groningen is a multidisciplinary English-taught degree programme in which you explore political questions on an international level. You focus on the place of politics, history, economics and law in international relations but also the role of international organizations. You also learn or improve your proficiency in a modern foreign language and choose a minor that fits your profile. If you choose IRIO in Groningen, you choose
- a challenging programme with a strong theoretical focus as well as a variety of practical assignments
- a programme with three decades of experience, that enjoys the support and expertise of many renowned international lecturers
- a programme in which you will acquire analytical, practical and methodological skills that are highly valuable in fields as diverse as policy advocacy and consultancy, governmental and civil services, public affairs, risk analysis, journalism, international aid/development work and diplomacy.
- an international environment and a global perspective: your lecturers and classmates come from all over the world.
Please note: IRIO is a fixed-quota study.
Entry requirements
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| language test |
The English language proficiency requirement will be met bypassing an examination in English at the level of the Dutch VWOfinal exam (mark 6 or higher), or by passing the internet-basedTOEFL test with a score of at least 90 (with a minimum of 21 for all items), IELTS Academic Module with a minimum score of 6.5 (witha minimum score of 6.0 for all items) or a certificate from theUniversity of Groningen Language Centre, at least B2, CEFR. |
| previous education |
Students with either a Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences(including - but not limited to - Economics, Political Science,Development Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Social Geography), oran internationally oriented Bachelor's degree such as InternationalRelations, Regional Studies, European/International Law, or(Modern) History can submit an application to the IR AdmissionsBoard. Please use this step-by-step guide for more informationregarding your eligibility and your specific application procedure:http://www.rug.nl/let/how-to-apply-MA After you complete your application, the IR Admissions Boardwill assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, and will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies, and the grades you have obtained. The Admissions Board will then determine whether:
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Admission requirements
| Specific requirements | More information |
|---|---|
| language test |
The English language proficiency requirement will be met bypassing an examination in English at the level of the Dutch VWOfinal exam (mark 6 or higher), or by passing the internet-basedTOEFL test with a score of at least 90 (with a minimum of 21 for all items), IELTS Academic Module with a minimum score of 6.5 (witha minimum score of 6.0 for all items) or a certificate from theUniversity of Groningen Language Centre, at least B2, CEFR. |
| previous education |
University of Groningen: For students with a University ofGroningen Bachelor's degree in American Studies, Communication andInformation Studies, European Languages and Cultures (ProfilePolitics and Society), History, International and European Law,International Business, Media Studies, Middle Eastern Studies,Minorities and Multilingualism, Psychology and Sociology a standardPre-Master programme applies. Please use this step-by-step guidefor your specific application procedure: http://www.rug.nl/let/how-to-apply-MA Other universities and degree programmes: Students with either aBachelor's Degree in Social Sciences (including - but not limitedto - Economics, Political Science, Development Studies, Psychology,Sociology, Social Geography), or an internationally orientedBachelor's degree such as International Relations, RegionalStudies, European/International Law, or (Modern) History can submitan application to the IR Admissions Board. Please use thisstep-by-step guide for more information regarding your eligibilityand your specific application procedure: http://www.rug.nl/let/how-to-apply-MA After you complete your application, the IR Admissions Boardwill assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, and will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies, and the grades you have obtained. The Admissions Board will then determine whether:
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