| Study Location | Kyiv |
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| Academic Field | C3 International Relations |
| Type | Postgraduate, Full time (on-line study is available) |
| Nominal Duration | 1,5 years (90 ECTS) |
| Study Language | English |
| Awards | Master of International Relations |
| Entry qualification | The Bachelor's degree diploma is required. Compulsory entrance exam. The entry qualification documents are accepted in English (except for documents issued in Ukraine upon completion of studies at local educational institutions) . In most cases you can request a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original & legalized (according to the international agreements) entry qualification documents along with you when you finally enter the university. |
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| Territory requirements | General entry requirement - Student visa. Citizens of the Russia, Iran, Belarus and North Korea who do not hold a permanent residence permit in Ukraine may be admitted for studies only with an individual authorization from the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. |
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| Language Requirements | English (B1/B2) |
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Entrance Exam Description
During the selection process we examine the competency of the applicant in two ways:
The faculty decides about the eligibility of the applicant by examining the documents of previous studies (degree, subject, results). This is followed by an entrance exams that evaluate the level of study-language and basic subjects depends on speciality.
The exams can be conducted online. In order to validate the entrant’s person, exams taken remotely are recorded on video, as is the person verification process. The recording is archived for at least five years on University’s grounds and the link to that recording is available in the united base of Ministry of Education of Ukraine.
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of International Communication
- Introduction to International Information – overview of global information flows and media systems.
- International Relations and Global Politics – understanding the political context of information and media.
- Cross-Cultural Communication – principles of communication across cultures and countries.
- Research Methods & Academic Writing – tools for analysis and thesis preparation.
- Elective 1 – options such as International Media Studies, Digital Communication, or Public Diplomacy.
This semester builds a solid foundation in global communication, media, and international relations.
Semester 2 – Advanced Communication and Applied Skills
- International Media and Public Diplomacy – managing communication in global and governmental contexts.
- Information Policy and Global Governance – understanding laws, regulations, and policies affecting information.
- Strategic Communication and Crisis Management – planning and executing communication strategies, including crisis scenarios.
- Project Management for International Information – managing cross-border communication projects.
- Elective 2 – options such as Social Media Analytics, International PR, or Cultural Communication.
Students apply communication theory to real-world international contexts and develop practical skills for media and diplomacy roles.
Semester 3 – Capstone and Master Thesis
- Applied Project / Communication Simulation – hands-on simulation of international media or diplomatic communication projects.
- Emerging Trends in Global Information – analyzing digital media, AI, and new technologies in international communication.
- Leadership and Strategic Communication – developing leadership and management skills for international projects.
- Master Thesis / Applied Research Project – conducting research or a practical project demonstrating mastery in international information.
This semester integrates all learning, letting students apply skills in real projects and complete their thesis.
Overview
During the program, you study how information — media, data, communications — intersects with global affairs: you learn about international communications, global media, information flows across borders, and how countries, organizations and societies exchange and shape information on the global stage. The program helps you understand international relations, public communications, diplomacy, global media trends — combining political, social and communication aspects.
You’ll also build strong analytical, communication, and cross‑cultural skills. That means you become able to analyze international information flows, prepare communication strategies for global audiences, understand geopolitical contexts, and work with international media or communications tasks.
The program equips you not just with knowledge of international relations — but with skills to operate in international communication, media, diplomacy, and information spaces.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as international communications specialists, PR or media experts, diplomats, policy analysts, researchers, or project managers. They find opportunities in media organizations, international institutions, government agencies, NGOs, or research centers, both in Ukraine and abroad. The program equips students to analyze information, communicate across cultures, and manage international communication projects effectively.