Official emblem of Universidade de Coimbra

Master's in International Relations - Peace, Security and Development

Universidade de Coimbra

Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal•QS 2027 #342 =

Official program page (opens in a new tab)

At Universidade de Coimbra in Coimbra, Portugal, Master's in International Relations - Peace, Security and Development is offered as a master's degree in Law programme. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Law
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 120.0

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Information for the 2026/27 academic year · Last checked October 2026 · Source: apps.uc.pt ·

Program details

Overview

The master's in international relations focused on peace, security and development has a first-year core on peace actors and processes, humanitarianism and development, violence, peace and security, global interventionism, methodology, and peace, development and humanitarian practice. Each first-year unit carries 10 ECTS. The second year offers a 6 ECTS seminar and a choice between a dissertation and an internship, each carrying 54 ECTS. Optional units vary by year according to the faculty's offer, and the course leads to the mestre degree in international relations.

Requirements

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

About Universidade de Coimbra

“Insignia Universitatis Conimbrigensis”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1290
Students: 25,662
QS rank: #342 =
Programs: 167
Location: Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
Universidade de Coimbra campus building

View the full Universidade de Coimbra profile

Similar programs in Portugal

More programs at Universidade de Coimbra

Other universities in Portugal

Scholarships in Portugal

  • Bolsa de Estudo (Ação Social)
  • Bolsa Fulbright para Doutoramento (FCT)
  • Bolsa Fulbright para Investigação
  • Bolsa Fulbright para Mestrado
  • Erasmus+ Higher Education Mobility

Frequently asked questions

What degree does Master's in International Relations - Peace, Security and Development award?

Universidade de Coimbra awards a Master's Degree in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How long does Master's in International Relations - Peace, Security and Development take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

Browse all articles →

Spotted something outdated or missing?

Help us keep this page accurate — it takes about 30 seconds.

Free calculators and converters to plan your study-abroad journey.

Latest Articles

Fresh guides and advice for studying abroad.

View all →

Compare Compare