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    International Relations (M.A.)

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    Potsdam, DEMAIn-person2 yearsGerman and English
    45
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    International Relations (M.A.) at University of Potsdam is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Potsdam, DE.

    About the program

    Two-year program covering international organisations and institutions, political economy and international economic relations, transformation research, comparative foreign policy and regional analyses, EU Studies, peace and conflict studies, security policy, and methods of empirical social research.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Winter 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL® Internet-Based Test (iBT) or TOEFL iBT Home Edition with at least 95 points
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS "Academic" or IELTS Online with at least 7 points in each area

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

    €11,292.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is International Relations (M.A.) at University of Potsdam online or in-person?
    International Relations (M.A.) at University of Potsdam is offered in-person.
    How long does International Relations (M.A.) at University of Potsdam take to complete?
    International Relations (M.A.) at University of Potsdam is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How large is the International Relations (M.A.) at University of Potsdam cohort?
    International Relations (M.A.) at University of Potsdam typically enrolls around 45 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow International Relations (M.A.) at University of Potsdam?
    Post-completion work rights for International Relations (M.A.) at University of Potsdam: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)