International Relations: Europe from Visegrad Perspective

The MA program is provided by the consortium of four Central European universities: Jagiellonian University in Kraków (Poland), the University of West Bohemia in Pilsen (Czech Republic), the University of Pecs (Hungary), and Matej Bel University in Banská Bystrica (Slovakia). This joint Master’s programme offers a unique opportunity to study international relations, European politics, economy, society & culture from the perspective of the Visegrad region.

Structure of the Program

The program is coordinated by Jagiellonian University in Kraków. Students of the program spend one semester at each of four partner universities, in the following order:

  • Jagiellonian University in Kraków (Poland)
  • University of West Bohemia in Pilsen (Czech Republic)
  • the University of Pecs (Hungary)
  • Matej Bel University in Banská Bystrica (Slovakia) 

 

Graduate profile

Upon the completion of this programme graduates will demonstrate high competence in both history and culture of the Visegrad and the wider Central Europe region as background for better understanding of contemporary international relations as exemplified in the impact of European integration. More specifically they will acquire knowledge necessary to better understand the complex nature of the interplay between global and regional phenomena affecting the functioning of international organisations, business and civil society.  Graduates will be prepared to work in international organisations, diplomatic service, public administration, mass media and civil society organisations. If interested in pursuing an academic career, graduates will acquire the analytical ability to carry out individual research as prospective doctoral students.

Basic information

The program is supported by scholarships provided by the International Visegrad Fund

Visegrad_Fund_logo