Overview

Thanks to its interdisciplinary approach, Master in Area Studies (MAS) from Charles University covers a broad range of topics—from politics, security, and international relations to economic, social, and cultural developments, including legal and environmental issues.

You can compile your own curriculum based on personal interests and career goals: either build an individualized thematic and territorial profile or choose from regionally oriented study tracks. You will be well-prepared for careers in national, regional and European administration and governance, international organizations, NGOs and think tanks, academia and research, media, or business.

Key facts

MAS provides a multi-disciplinary training in the study of international affairs. You will be able to analyze individual topics arising within the region of your interest from an interdisciplinary point of view in terms of modern history and social sciences (political science, international relations, sociology, economics, etc.).

You will understand current issues in their historical, societal, political, and economic context. Mastering several foreign languages, you will be capable of reflecting local debate and local perspectives on international and transnational issues, and delivering qualified comments on the developments of states and societies of the studied regions.

The program is very flexible. To build your thematic and territorial profile according to your individual interests and future career plans, you can either create your own curriculum or choose one of the predefined study tracks: The US and Global Affairs, Transition and Integration in Europe, or Israel and the Middle East.

You will gain the expertise to shape your professional path in civil service and diplomacy, NGOs and international institutions, as well as in private companies and media. In addition, you will be well qualified to pursue opportunities in academia and research, and you will possess a broad range of knowledge and skills relevant to various fields within the social sciences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Politics and Media in High-Stakes International Conflicts

Radicalization and Deradicalization

Insurgency and Counterinsurgency

Geopolitics of the Middle East

Territoriality of Radical Islamist Groups

Political Systems of East Central European Countries

Economic Transformation in East Central and Southeastern Europe

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00

More details

The interim deadline is 30 June 2026. We strongly recommend these deadlines to the applicants who do not need visa to study in Czechia.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Prague, Czech Republic

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies View 5 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in Czech Republic

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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56

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to the application form, every applicant needs to provide the following documents:

Proof of your previous studies

Transcript of records and academic results from previous studies

Structured CV

Motivation letter

Document showing your level of English proficiency

Two references (at least one academic)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

7000 EUR / year

≈ 7000 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

3500 EUR / year

≈ 3500 EUR / year

Living costs

Prague

Czech Republic

15441 - 26241 CZK / month

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Funding

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