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MA/MS in International Relations (120 EC)

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands•QS 2027 #157

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Rijksuniversiteit Groningen offers MA/MS in International Relations (120 EC), a master's degree in Law programme in Groningen, Netherlands. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition is EUR 2,694 per year for local students. The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Law
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last updated May 2026 · Source: rug.nl · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

What are the dominant issues in humanitarian action? What is the so-called "aid industry"? And can professionalization prevent dependence on aid? Find out in this programme.
The 120 ECTS Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Degree in International Humanitarian Action is an inter-university, multidisciplinary Master. You will receive high quality academic education and develop professional competencies to work in the area of humanitarian action. You can study the programme at 8 European universities in the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Germany, Ireland, Malta, France, and Poland and follow a Regional Training Track at various global partner universities.This programme is known for its interdisciplinary, multicultural, and multilingual teaching by interfaculty staff, in-house experts, and field-experienced guest lecturers. You will learn to evaluate humanitarian emergencies, study the causes of conflicts and disasters, analyze different coping strategies, and assess intervention and reconstruction programmes. As a graduate, you will have the capacity to act at all levels of cross-cultural humanitarian relief operations and to enhance professional delivery of assistance and substantial actions.NB: Application through NOHA network: apply.nohanet.org. Applications submitted via Studielink will not be considered.Sign up now for the Online Master's Week from 13 until 17 April!

Requirements

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

Upcoming Intakes

Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline Apr 01, 2027
Sep 2028 · Starts Sep 01, 2028 · Deadline Apr 01, 2028

About Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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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 MA/MS in International Relations (120 EC) award?

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen awards a Master's Degree in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in International Relations (120 EC) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does MA/MS in International Relations (120 EC) cost?

Tuition is EUR 2,694 per year for local students.

What language is MA/MS in International Relations (120 EC) taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does MA/MS in International Relations (120 EC) start?

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

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