Overview
Migration Studies from Lebanese American University (LAU) includes topics such as emigration, immigration, transit migration, labor migration, return migration, replacement migration, regular and undocumented migration, family reunion, transnational and diaspora relations, among others.
Careers
Upon graduation, you can seek a career with government agencies dealing with migrants and refugees, integration, labor and employment, etc.; international organizations such as the International Organization for Migration, International Labor office, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, United Nations Children’s Fund, United Nations Fund for Population, United Nations Development Fund for Women, among others.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Politics and Migration
- Topics in International Law
- Migration, Exile and Literature
- Globalization equiv
- Citizenship, Transnationalism and Diaspora
- Migration and Development
- Cities and Migration
- Topics in Migration Studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Gender & Sexuality Studies International Relations Political Science View 3 other Masters in International Relations in LebanonAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- One recent passport-size photo.
- English Proficiency
- A photocopy of your identity card or passport
- A clear photocopy of your Family Civil Status record (For Lebanese and Arab nationals)
- Certified copies of educational or professional certificates or diplomas.
- Official updated university transcripts from all universities you attended.
- Equivalency of your bachelor’s degree from the Lebanese Ministry of Higher Education
- Recommendations from two professors who are familiar with your academic performance.
- The W-9S form if you are a U.S. citizen or a U.S. Green Card holder, with proof of your social security number.
Tuition Fee
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International
11700 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 780 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
11700 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 780 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Beirut
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.