Troy,
AL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in International Relations - Global Studies (Thesis) in Troy United States | Troy University
Troy University
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Troy United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
17,100
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Global politics has experienced significant transformation in the last twenty years. The dissolution of the Soviet Union, the European Union's development, Middle Eastern developments, China's growing influence alongside other emerging nations, the impact of non-governmental organizations and terrorist networks, along with economic concerns at both national and international levels, all signal a fundamental change in world affairs. While the Cold War that shaped global dynamics for almost fifty years has ended, the future of its established systems remains uncertain. What's evident is the growing interconnectedness of nations, the reevaluation of conventional beliefs and identities, and the probable emergence of new global challenges.
The Master of Science in International Relations (MSIR) is a 36-credit program consisting of twelve courses, structured to equip students with core knowledge for comprehending international relations frameworks and practices. The curriculum fosters broad understanding of political, historical, cultural, economic, and geographical influences on global affairs. This comprehensive perspective is achieved through coursework emphasizing international relations theory and practical applications, while incorporating insights from fields like history, economics, and geography. Students additionally develop analytical and methodological competencies to better interpret and assess both national and international events.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Hold a master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited university. No test score is required. An official transcript showing completion of a master's or higher degree is required.
OR
Hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.5 (4.0 scale) or a 3.0 grade point average on the last 30 semester hours. All hours attempted in the term in which the 30 semester hours were reached will be used to calculate the grade point average. All transcripts from all colleges or universities attended are required.
AND
Have an acceptable score on the appropriate entrance exam [GRE 294 (920 on the old exam) (verbal plus quantitative), GMAT 490].
The GRE/GMAT requirement may be waived under the following conditions
If the applicant holds a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university or equivalent foreign university with a minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale)
OR
If the applicant holds a baccalaureate degree from Troy University with a minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 2.5 (4.0 scale) or a 3.0 on the last 30 semester hours. All hours attempted in the term in which the 30 semester hours were reached will be used to calculate the GPA.
OR
If the applicant is an officer or senior NCO in the U.S. military in good standing and holds a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 2.5 (4.0 scale) or a 3.0 on the last 30 semester hours. All transcripts from all colleges or universities attended are required.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)- overall score of 6.0.
TOEFL- (Internet-based test) - overall 70.
TOEFL- (Paper-based test) - overall 523.
OR
Hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.5 (4.0 scale) or a 3.0 grade point average on the last 30 semester hours. All hours attempted in the term in which the 30 semester hours were reached will be used to calculate the grade point average. All transcripts from all colleges or universities attended are required.
AND
Have an acceptable score on the appropriate entrance exam [GRE 294 (920 on the old exam) (verbal plus quantitative), GMAT 490].
The GRE/GMAT requirement may be waived under the following conditions
If the applicant holds a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university or equivalent foreign university with a minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale)
OR
If the applicant holds a baccalaureate degree from Troy University with a minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 2.5 (4.0 scale) or a 3.0 on the last 30 semester hours. All hours attempted in the term in which the 30 semester hours were reached will be used to calculate the GPA.
OR
If the applicant is an officer or senior NCO in the U.S. military in good standing and holds a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 2.5 (4.0 scale) or a 3.0 on the last 30 semester hours. All transcripts from all colleges or universities attended are required.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)- overall score of 6.0.
TOEFL- (Internet-based test) - overall 70.
TOEFL- (Paper-based test) - overall 523.
Tuition
USD
17,100