Troy,
AL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in International Relations (Non-Thesis) in Phenix City United States | Troy University
Troy University
|
Phenix City 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 have experienced significant transformation in the last twenty years. The fall of the Soviet Union, changes within the European Union, developments in the Middle East, 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 point to a fundamental change in world affairs. While the Cold War's half-century dominance has ended, its successor in terms of global norms and institutions remains uncertain. What's evident is the world's growing interconnectedness, the reevaluation of conventional beliefs and identities, and the likelihood of new global challenges arising.
The Master of Science in International Relations (MSIR) is a 36-credit program comprising 12 courses, structured to equip students with core knowledge for comprehending international relations' framework and practice. The curriculum fosters broad understanding of political, historical, cultural, economic, and geographical influences on global affairs. This comprehensive approach combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, incorporating insights from history, economics, and geography. Additionally, students develop analytical and methodological competencies to better assess and interpret 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