Highlights
Tuition fee
2300 EUR / year
2636 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
2300 EUR / year
2636 EUR / year
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Duration
24 months
Duration
24 months
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Campus location
Venice, Italy
Campus location
Venice, Italy
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Comparative International Relations from Ca' Foscari University of Venice is a unique offer in Italy for the advanced study of international relations with a critical, interdisciplinary and comparative approach, open to insights from cultural studies and political discourse analysis.

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Overview

The Comparative International Relations from Ca' Foscari University of Venice  immerses you in linguistic and cultural studies regarding Europe, Asia and the Atlantic world, something Ca’ Foscari has done since its founding in 1868, and empowers you to explore, understand and analyse international relations through juridical, economic, historical and political lenses. 

By the end of the programme, you will be able to fluently communicate in both English and a second language as well as elaborate coherent strategies aimed at solving problems on an international scale.

Study path

This programme offers 2 curricula, or study paths, entirely taught in English from which to choose:

  • European Union Studies
  • Global Studies

Career opportunities

As a graduate with an in-depth understanding of the complex dynamics of international relations as well as a nuanced familiarity with a specific geographic area, you will be prepared to assume a position of responsibility at businesses and organizations operating in international markets, local government and regional bodies, or at national and international institutes, agencies, foundations and study centres.

Career opportunities can be found in the following fields, among others:

  • Public relations consultancy
  • Journalism and broadcasting
  • International marketing
  • Image management
  • Public service

Accreditation

QS rankings by subjects: top 100 for Modern Languages and top 300 for Politics&International Studies

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • History of U.S. Foreign Relations
  • History of International Relations
  • International Political Economy
  • European Political History
  • Global History

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

There are several admission rounds available according to your nationality and the programmes you are interested in.Check: apply.unive.it

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
OR
72
OR
4
PTE Academic
59
IELTS
5.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Venice, Italy

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
2.8

A minimum CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of 70%

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
OR
72
OR
4
PTE Academic
59
IELTS
5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • A minimum three-year undergraduate degree is required.
  • A minimum CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of 70%

At least 36 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System credits) or the equivalent (no less than 20% of your entire coursework) in the following fields (all indicated fields are mandatory):

  • At least 6 ECTS in Law
  • At least 6 ECTS in Political and/or Social Science
  • At least 6 ECTS in Economics
  • At least 6 ECTS in: Contemporary History; Economic History; History of Islamic Countries; and/or History of Eastern and South-Eastern Asia
  • At least 12 additional ECTS in one or more of the above fields
Language requirements
  • According to the curriculum chosen, a minimum-B1-level knowledge of a second language (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese or Brazilian, Russian, Spanish) is also required for admission.
  • A minimum B2-level knowledge of English is mandatory for enrolment.

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Tuition Fees

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

    Non-residents
    2300 EUR / year
    ≈ 2300 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    2636 EUR / year
    ≈ 2636 EUR / year

Additional Details

  • Non-EU citizens from OECD countries: € 2,300
  • EU citizens: € 2,636
  • Students from countries with low human development: € 700
  • Everyone else: € 1,300

Living costs

Venice

Italy
600 - 950 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Ca’ Foscari University offers 20 renewable scholarship packages of 10,000 euro a year for high-achieving international students enrolling in a master's degree programme.

These scholarship packages are designed to offer support for the full duration of an award winner’s degree. To be eligible to apply, you will need a minimum 8.5/10 CGPA. Complete information about the requisites and procedures to apply are at the dedicated webpage: www.unive.it/scholarships.

The regional government also offers financial aid for international students from low-income families which can be applied for only AFTER enrolment.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Comparative International Relations.

Available Scholarships

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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
15 Sep 2027
Global Access Scholarships

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Institute of Customer Management
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
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