International Relations (double degrees)

The teaching process, grades and the quality guarantee are compliant with the British educational standards. The students pursue a single course and write a single MA thesis but are awarded two degrees: British and Polish. The curriculum meets the needs and expectations of students from Europe and beyond. 

We do believe that good political or diplomatic leadership requires foresight and insight, tying ethics with necessities, and integrity with difficult compromises. At the same time leadership is different from purely economic managerial skills. A good leader has to see the political community as a bond between the past, the present and the future generations and therefore adopt a deeper and longer perspective than a typical manager. Thus, the MA in International Relations offers an opportunity to obtain not only an insight into the political process, but also into ways to help people to change their lives. 

International phenomena determine the lives of nations, communities and individuals. Politics, religion, human rights, economy, business, environment, health, terrorism, security, war, high and popular culture, science and education are interconnected and interdependent across national borders and continents. Understanding international conditions is the biggest challenge of today and tomorrow. 

The ability and skills to shape one’s local and regional political life will be the greatest professional challenge for the ambitious young people, the leaders of the future.  

International Relations is one of the world’s most popular and fastest growing areas of multidisciplinary social science studies on all levels and is an ideal field of study for people who are curious about the world, and who wish to exert an influence on the social and political realities of global affairs. 

Our programme: 

• aims to train students who can become local leaders and agents of political and social changes 
• helps graduates to become a member of the new competent local and international elite, especially in politics and diploma 
• responds to the great opportunities of global politics, and the challenges and conflicts in Europe and in the world 

Getting up-to-date knowledge and skills:  

• our lecturers mix academic knowledge with concrete leadership skills 
• the teaching staff specializes in international relations, geopolitical analyses, diplomatic studies, foreign policy, global governance, and international security, having significant expertise in the field 

The programme offers a vibrant extracurricular landscape, showcasing clubs such as the Debate Club, Negotiation Club, and Student Foreign Affairs Club. Through active participation in these clubs, students develop crucial employability skills by organizing debates, negotiations, and meetings with diplomats, industry professionals, alumni, and experts in relevant fields. Furthermore, the program encourages students to collaborate with teachers in organizing conferences.   

Moreover, the programme offers internship opportunities during studies, spanning a diverse range of entities such as government agencies, embassies, intergovernmental organizations, international NGOs, corporations, and media outlets. These internships provide invaluable professional exposure, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings.   

Notably, the teaching team has contributed to various academic publications, including the Journal of Contemporary China, International Journal of Social Research Methodology, Economics & Sociology, Contemporary European History, etc. Their research endeavors extend beyond publications, as they have actively participated in research programmes funded by the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the European Commission, UACES, and the Polish National Science Centre.  

In addition to their academic pursuits, the team brings a wealth of teaching experience, having conducted courses at universities in Austria, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Some team members enrich their expertise with practical experience, having served as diplomats and advisors for the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Additionally, other course members have played advisory roles in both governmental and non-governmental research centers, contributing valuable insights to shape policy recommendations.