International Relations – European Studies
| Insitution: | Andrássy University Budapest |
| Faculty: |
| Course / programme name: | International Relations – European Studies |
| Branch of Science: | Social Science |
| Level of studies: | Master |
| Qualification: | Master in International Relations – European Studies |
| Language of instruction: | German |
| Duration of the course / programme: | 4 semesters semesters |
| Location/city of the course: | Budapest |
| Study in Hungary link: | http://studyinhungary.hu/institution/andrassy-universitat-budapest-51.html |
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| State Scholarships | Available |
Political Science forms the core of the German-language Master's programme in International Relations - European Studies. Building on foundational courses in political science, the programme offers advanced lectures in the areas of the history of ideas, international relations, European politics, governance, and security policy. This foundation enables students to analyze the complexities of contemporary political issues and develop suitable problem-solving strategies.
Graduates of the M.A. in International Relations work worldwide in diplomatic services, governmental and private institutions, as well as in international organizations and businesses. The political science module is complemented by economics (European economic policy, international economics, transformation and development) and law (EU law, international law, and international treaty law).
A further focus is on the law and practice of diplomacy. Thanks to a professorship sponsored by the German Federal Foreign Office, topics such as public diplomacy and foreign and security policy are taught "first-hand." Additionally, staff from the diplomatic services of other partner countries regularly deliver lectures, seminars, and guest presentations at the university.
It is also possible to complete the Master's in International Relations through one of two dual-degree programmes with our partner unviersities (Passau or Wuppertal).
General admission requirements: Very good knowledge of written and spoken German, knowledge of English, a successful entrance examination. Special admission requirements for the M.A. in International Relations: A Bachelor's degree, preferably in International Relations / European Studies, International Administration or at least 30 credit points in Political Science, Social Sciences, Economics, Law, History or Linguistics.
| Entrance examination: | Yes |
| Entrance type: | Both |
| Minimum level of language proficiency (oral): | B2 |
| Minimum level of language proficiency (written): | B2 |
| Place of examination: | Online/in person |
The entrance examination for the M.A. in International Relations (including double degree programmes with the University of Passau and the University of Wuppertal) consists of a written and an oral part. The German-language letter of motivation of the application counts as written admission and can be assessed with a maximum of 30 points out of 100 points (total score of the entrance examination). It should clearly explain the motivation for studying International Relations MA at Andrássy University Budapest, as well as possible previous knowledge, practical experience and language skills (possibly also extracurricular activities and experience abroad) (length of the letter of motivation: min. 1 A4 page, max: 2 pages). The oral interview will focus on the following: clear motivation, long-term goals, convincing argumentative skills and the relationship of positions to current issues. During the two-way interview, applicants receive information about the IB programme and can also ask questions about the programme, the application, etc. The interviews are held online and last approximately 45-50 minutes.
| Contact person name: | Ms. Veronika Bajai |
| Contact person job position: | Coordinator for Study Affairs |
| Contact e-mail: | bewerbung@andrassyuni.hu |
| Contact website: | https://www.andrassyuni.eu/ |
