Degree course in International relations

Course Name

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

Course Code

LM33

Class (Ministerial code)

LM-52

Website

http://scipolorienta.unipg.it/laurea-magistrale-in-relazioni-internazionali/

Field(s) of study

- ISCED Area 03 – Social sciences, journalism and information

Qualification award

Qualification award

Level of qualification according to the NQF and the EQF

EHEA Second cycle; EQF Level 7 (per le lauree magistrali)

Length of programme / number of credits

2 years /120 ECTS

Language of Teaching

italian

Mode of study

in class

Didactic centre

Dipariment Scienze Politiche, Via Pascoli, 06123 Perugia

Programme director

Luca Pieroni

Access to the course

open access with assessment of personal competencies

Available places

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Specific admission requirements

Italian First cycle qualification (Laurea) or foreign equivalent in the same or related subject area, with possible extra work if required competences are lacking.

Evaluation of specific subject knowledge on entry

Verification of possession of curriculum requirements through means indicated in the Course Study Regulations

Profile of the programme

The International Relations course of study provides graduates with a sound preparation and advanced level of knowledge in political-social, economic, legal-institutional, social, anthropological, historical and linguistic disciplines for operating in research, planning and action, in occupational fields that require international expertise. The course of study leads to the acquisition of communicative competency for both independent and team work in an international environment as well as in public and private sectors and offers numerous opportunities for practical application through internships and workshops activated during the programme of study.

Programme learning outcomes

1)Knowledge of geopolitical dynamics in the field of international relations, analysis of and solutions for conflict, also through the study of negotiation techniques 2)Ability to analyze democratization processes and suggest post-conflict reconstruction strategies for state institutions through civil-military cooperation initiatives 3)Competences in management of migration phenomena and assistance and integration policies regarding immigrants and refugees

Qualification requirements and regulations

Admission to the final examination for degree conferment is granted to the student who has earned all the credits required on the plan of study activities as distinct from the final examination. The final examination for the conferment of the degree title is public and consists of a thesis that contains original work and that will be discussed before the seven-member thesis commission. At the conclusion of the thesis discussion a mark between 0 and 8 points may be awarded, based on the merit of the work and its discussion.

Examination regulations and grading scale

Examination assessments are normally made through oral or written exams and the result espressed in thirtieths (out of 30). The minimum grade is 18/30 and the maximum is 30/30, to which “cum laude” may be added where the achievement is considered excellent. The grade for the final examination is espressed in one hundred and tenths (out of 110). The minimum grade is 66/110 and the maximum is 110/110. “Cum laude” may be added to the maximum grade when unanimously agreed by the Examination Commission.

Obligatory or optional mobility windows

Mobility is elective. It can be undertaken flexibly –subject to agreement with the Department and necessary permission –with respect to the year, semester, lesson content and delivery modes.

Work-based learning

This degree course has established successful relationships over the years with a number of companies, institutions and structures willing to engage student interns and to provide them with support to develop their competences along shared, proven learning paths. A “Job Point” in the Department facilitates the organisation of the internships, matching students’ preferences guided by their aptitudes and their professional and cultural interests with the needs of companies and institutions open to engaging the interns.

Occupational profiles of graduates

Masters Graduates in International Relations are equipped to employ their multidisciplinary competences in • diplomatic services • international institutions • private and public companies • No-profit organizations • Research entities • Armed and security forces

Free-choice training activities