Overview

The Global Economy and Politics master program from Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) imparts knowledge on both the economics behind current and likely furture trends, as well as the politics and security concerns that shape bilateral and multilateral relations among countries and organiations in which economic interests are articulated or contested.

The Master program in Global Economy and Politics is multidisciplinary, resting primarily on the disciplines of economics and political science and bought into synergy through a tailored course that emphasizes political risk analysis as a cross-cutting method and analytical tool. You have the option to select an internship as part of your studies.

Career opportunities

Students who graduate from the program are ideal candidates for jobs in both the public and private sectors. In a changing world, governments, NGOs, and businesses need people who understand global economy and politics. Through the program students will develop skills applicable to the real world.

Types of jobs our candidates would qualify for are public administration, management, policy analysis, communication, and more.
Tasks that graduates are qualified for include, among other things, preparing policy briefs, analyzing policy impacts, and make recommendations for decision makers.

Programme Structure

The student will examine complex interactions involving national political actors, international organizations and multilateral institutions, state and non-state actors, and civil society who affect and are affected by the global economy.
This includes a focus on key cross-cutting subjects, such as: trade, capital and finance, development aid, remittances and labor migrants, international organizations and global policy networks, security tensions and sanctions, debt, lobal inequality and poverty, commodity markets, and sustainability and societal wellbeing.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

65

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ås, Norway

Disciplines

Economics International Relations Political Science View 5 other Masters in Political Science in Norway

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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65

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Other requirements

General requirements

The program is open to students with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the social, natural, environmental, engineering, or agricultural sciences. Applicants must have: 100-level equivalent of economic theory courses, mathematics, and statistics; and have at least 80 ECTS deemed relevant for the program. The student must demonstrate a grade point average of C (or the equivalent) or higher.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a one-page (A4 sized) motivation letter outlining the candidate’s background (personal, professional, and academic), reasons for interest in studying in the M-GEP program, and a statement of their potential contribution to the learning environment. Admission is based on the merit of the applicant’s academic transcripts.

Applicants must demonstrate English language ability in accordance with the NMBU regulations for programmes taught in English: Language requirements for programmes taught in English at NMBU

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

125000 NOK / year

≈ 125000 NOK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Ås

Norway

9420 - 15000 NOK / month

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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