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BA/BS in International Relations and International Organization

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands•QS 2027 #157

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Rijksuniversiteit Groningen offers BA/BS in International Relations and International Organization, a bachelor's degree in Humanities & Cultural Studies programme in Groningen, Netherlands. The programme runs for 3 years. It carries 180.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 14,000 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students). The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies
Duration: 3 years
Credits: 180.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
International tuition: EUR 14,000 / year
Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last checked June 2026 · Source: rug.nl ·

Program details

Overview

Taught entirely in English and spanning several disciplines, the IRIO bachelor's in Groningen explores political questions at the international level, covering where law, economics, history and politics sit within international relations as well as the role played by international organisations, while also building or improving a modern foreign language and allowing a choice of minor. The programme combines a strong theoretical grounding with a variety of practical assignments and develops analytical, practical and methodological skills applicable to fields as varied as policy advocacy and consultancy, government and civil service, public affairs, risk analysis, journalism, international aid and development work, and diplomacy, within an international environment where lecturers and classmates come from across the world.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

Upcoming Intakes

Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline Jan 15, 2027
Sep 2028 · Starts Sep 01, 2028 · Deadline Jan 15, 2028

About Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1614
Students: 32,700
QS rank: #157
Programs: 153
Location: Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in International Relations and International Organization award?

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Humanities & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in International Relations and International Organization take?

The programme runs for 3 years.

How much does BA/BS in International Relations and International Organization cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 14,000 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is BA/BS in International Relations and International Organization taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does BA/BS in International Relations and International Organization start?

The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

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