Master of Arts in International Relations
Program Information
The field of International Relations continues to develop rapidly in response to dramatic global changes. The 40-credit NEC MA in International Relations prepares graduates to evaluate and analyze relevant global issues and area studies expertise. Students have the opportunity to participate in intensive language training within a specified regional context. Graduates grounded in the facts of the past, skilled in the debates of the present, and able to anticipate patterns of future development, will be crucial in shaping responses to global change. The Master of Arts in International Studies at NEC is a practical program, preparing students to face the challenges of an evolving international political landscape. Coursework covers central issues such as globalization, international security, terrorism, international political economy and American Foreign Policy. Graduates emerge with expertise in a range of contemporary issues. Program begins Fall 2009.
Core Courses (20 credits)
Students are required to take all of the courses listed below, all courses are 4-credits unless noted.
International Politics
International Political Economy
International Relations Theory
Research Methods
Capstone or Thesis
Elective Courses (20 credits)
Students are required to take 20 credits from the courses listed below. Elective course are contingent on enrollment. All courses are 4-credits unless noted.
History of US Foreign Policy since WW II
International Organizations
International Security
Terrorism
Comparative Politics
International Development
Women and Development
International Law
Collective Security and Peacekeeping
Global Change and US Foreign Policy
Nationalism and Ethnic Conflict
Topics in International Studies
Course Descriptions for MA in International Relations
Program Specifics
Students will take two courses per term, for seven week terms. Courses meet in the evening in Henniker.
MA in International Relations 09-10 schedule
Application Requirements
To apply, submit NEC Graduate School application, a current résumé, a personal statement, and 2 letters of reference. Students must also have working knowledge in a second language (at least one year of study). English may be used as a second language by students whose native language in not English. There is also a $35 application fee. No GRE scores are required. Applications will be accepted until the cohort is full.
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Graduate Admissions
603.428.2252
New England College
School of Graduate & Professional Studies
98 Bridge Street,
Henniker NH 03242
603.428.2252
