Overview

Key facts

The MA in International Affairs offered at The American University of Paris offer students rigorous interdisciplinary studies in international relations, international law, global ethics, global political economy, conflict resolution, civil society development, and human rights. Through these courses and our innovative modules and practicums, such as the new Summer Institute for Human Rights, students interact with leading scholars and practitioners from around the world in a dynamic learning environment.

The MA in International Affairs is a 3 semester program that offers an exceptional opportunity for you to explore Paris’s multicultural landscape and central role in international politics and policymaking. The program balances theoretical mastery with hands-on, project-based learning in conflict resolution and civil society activism. You will acquire a rigorous, well-rounded understanding of contemporary international affairs, enriched by study trips, internships and your capstone project.

International Partnerships

As part of the program, you will engage with the world at large through AUP's prestigious partnerships with the French War College, the Sorbonne and UNESCO (through the UNESCO Chair in AI and Human Rights). At the War College, for example, you may participate in Exercise Coalition, a two-week, polyvalent simulation of a military operation with civilian partners. Students play the role of international and NGO humanitarian aid workers on the ground in a conflict zone; working with mentors from the World Health Organization, the International Committee of the Red Cross-Red Crescent and the International Criminal Court to build a viable humanitarian aid plan that provides relief to the tens of thousands of virtual civilians caught in the crossfire.

Careers

Graduates from the MA in International Affairs go on to meaningful careers in diverse fields. The interdisciplinary and rigorous nature of the program produces professionals and scholars equipped to engage with and lead in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Programme Structure

Learning Objectives

Build an in-depth understanding of a cosmopolitan canon of academic and expert publications in international affairs, international law, public policy, transnational affairs, conflict resolution and civil society development.
Develop clear analytical thinking as demonstrated by contributions to in-class discussions and argumentation as developed in written work including in the exploration of causality in your Master's thesis.
Demonstrate initiative in selecting a range of rigorous academic sources for oral and written work and in the pursuit of original research for your Masters thesis.
Gain a mastery of qualitative methodology (especially case study methods) and a basic understanding of statistical method.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2025-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-31 00:00:00

More details

Late or International Regular Admission after 1 April (based on available spaces)

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

101

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Credits

38 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Relations International Law International Business View 9 other Masters in International Law in France

Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7

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101

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Student insurance

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Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application form
Personal statement
C.V. or resumé
Two letters of recommendation
Official transcripts
English Language Test

Standardized Test: GRE Required.
Thesis Proposal: Please outline (500-word maximum) a proposed research topic including at least five peer-reviewed sources that inform your choice, as well as a suggested framework for your field research. A clear analytical argument supporting your working hypothesis is required.

Tuition Fee

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International

27309 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40964 EUR for the full programme during 18 months.
EU/EEA

27309 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40964 EUR for the full programme during 18 months.

Living costs for Paris

1195 - 1778 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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