Leiden University

Master in International Relations and Diplomacy

Leiden, The Netherlands Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

Founded in 1575, Leiden University is one of Europe's leading international research universities. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching and innovative research across a wide range of disciplines.

About the Program

The Master in International Relations and Diplomacy is a 2-year program that combines academic study with practical training in negotiation and diplomacy. It is taught in English at Leiden University and is ideal for students who want to work with international organizations.

Students learn about international relations, political science, and diplomacy, and develop analytical and research skills. They also get practical experience through internships and write a master's thesis on a topic of their choice.

Graduates can work as diplomats, policy analysts, or international relations consultants. They can also work for NGOs, international organizations, or in government, using skills that are valuable in many sectors, including academia and the private sector.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is 15% above the typical master's in The Netherlands.

Median tuition for that cohort is 17,022 USD, across 1,417 programs in our catalog.

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