Master in Global Politics & International Relations

For Master in Global Politics & International Relations, tuition fees are 2,060 EUR per year.

Global Politics & International Relations is a master's program taught in English at Università degli Studi di Parma, in Parma, Italy. The discipline examines political, economic, and social relationships between states, international institutions, and other global actors, drawing on political science, history, and economics to understand how global affairs are shaped and managed. Typical subjects include international relations theory, comparative politics, diplomacy, global governance, and the study of specific regions or thematic issues such as security, trade, or human rights. Students learn how international institutions and agreements function, how states cooperate and compete on the global stage, and how historical and economic factors continue to shape contemporary political dynamics. The field often incorporates analysis of current global issues, encouraging students to connect theoretical frameworks with real-world political and economic developments. Because global politics affects nearly every sector, from business to public policy to humanitarian work, graduates pursue a wide range of career directions. Common paths include roles in diplomatic services, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, government agencies focused on foreign affairs, and private sector positions involving international business or political risk analysis. Some graduates continue into further academic study or research in political science or international relations. The program spans two years and is delivered in English, attracting an international group of students interested in understanding and engaging with global political dynamics, a field that remains central to how governments, institutions, and businesses operate in an interconnected world.