| Study Location | Kyiv |
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| Academic Field | C3 International Relations |
| Type | Undergraduate, Full time (on-line study is available) |
| Nominal Duration | 4 years (240 ECTS) |
| Study Language | English |
| Awards | Bachelor of International relations |
| Entry qualification | The certificate of Completed Secondary Education 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
Year 1 – Foundations
Introduction to International Relations, Political Science Basics, History of International Relations, Philosophy and Ethics, Foreign / Ukrainian Language, Information Technologies in International Relations, Academic Writing & Communication Skills.
Students explore the basics of international relations, political science, history, philosophy, languages, and IT, building analytical and communication skills.
Year 2 – Core International Relations
Comparative Politics, International Law, International Organizations and Global Governance, Diplomacy and Negotiation Basics, International Economics, Statistical Methods for Social Sciences, Practical Exercises / Applied Projects.
The curriculum covers comparative politics, international law, global governance, diplomacy, international economics, and applied projects.
Year 3 – Advanced Analysis
Foreign Policy Analysis, International Security Studies, Regional and Country Studies, Political Communication and Media, Strategic Diplomacy, Research Methods in International Relations, Internship / Applied Training.
Learners focus on foreign policy analysis, international security, regional studies, political communication, strategic diplomacy, and internships or practical training.
Year 4 – Specialization & Research
Advanced International Relations Analysis, Global Governance and Policy-Making, International Conflict Resolution. Electives (examples: European Affairs, Digital Diplomacy, Human Rights), Pre-Diploma Practice / Internship, Bachelor’s Thesis / Research Project.
Students deepen expertise in advanced international relations, global governance, conflict resolution, and complete pre-diploma practice and a Bachelor’s thesis project.
Overview
The Bachelor’s program in International Relations trains students to analyze global politics, diplomacy, and international institutions. It equips them with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in foreign policy, international organizations, and geopolitical analysis.
Career Opportunities
Graduates develop competencies in diplomacy, communication, research, and strategic decision‑making. With this background, alumni are well-prepared for careers in government, international organizations, NGOs, public diplomacy, and analytical research.