Overview
What is International Migration and Ethnic Relations about?
The master’s programme in International Migration and Ethnic Relations (Two-Year) at Malmö University focuses on: current international developments and research perspectives in migration and ethnic relations; the effects of globalisation and human mobility on societies, groups and individuals; the social and political adaptation and integration of ethnic minorities in different societies; issues of inclusion and exclusion of immigrants; majority-minority relations; philosophical and ethical perspectives on life in diverse and complex societies.
Choose between One-Year or Two-Year Programme
Malmö University offers a one-year and a two-year programme. The tne-year programme provides an advanced level specialisation in the field of International Migration and Ethnic Relations. The two-year programme prepares students for future research opportunities and enables further specialisation within one of two themes: Migration and Integration or Migration and Social Theory.
What makes International Migration and Ethnic Relations unique?
The master's programme teaches you how to conduct in-depth analysis, evaluate policies and criticise and critique migration-related policies. You should expect research-based training and an interdisciplinary outlook that links social sciences with humanities.
Study methods include lectures and discussions, group projects, study visits, thesis work and self-study of literature.
What career will I be prepared for?
Understanding the complexities of international migration and ethnic relations is essential to ensure reflective decision-making in a variety of fields, for example, international organisations, academia, national and local governments, NGOs, and the media. Students who have completed the programme are also eligible to apply for PhD studies.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- International Migration, Inclusion and Exclusion
- Identity and Ethnicity in a Global Community
- Theory of Science and Research Methodology
- Migration and Citizenship
- Problems and Questions in Contemporary IMER Research
- IMER Master Thesis
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Ethnic Studies International Relations View 4 other Masters in Ethnic Studies in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission requirements
- Degree of Bachelor in Social Sciences or Humanities
- General eligibility + the equivalent of English course B from Swedish secondary school.
- credits 100%
Tuition Fee
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International
7865 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15731 EUR for the full programme during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR for the full programme during 24 months.
Full tuition fee: 160.000 SEK
Living costs for Malmö
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.