International Relations: Politics and History

The programme International Relations: Politics and History offers an analytical approach to past and current international problems. It introduces students to the evolution of international politics, international economics, and domestic political systems. Students gain knowledge of international law, diplomacy, finance, communication and intercultural exchange. They acquire a critical understanding of present issues and learn about the political and social developments that have shaped today's world over the past two centuries.

Language requirements

TOEFL or equivalent for non-native speakers of English

Academic requirements

Completed application form for admission, essay in English, two letters of recommendation, school transcripts from the last four years, SAT Reasoning Test or ACT, TOEFL scores or equivalent

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Enrolment fees

500 EUR enrolment fee

Costs of living

8,000 EUR per year for room and full board (single room, shared bathroom and three meals a day) during the spring and fall semesters.

Job opportunities

Campus jobs are available at Jacobs University Bremen.

Funding opportunities within the university

All students can apply for financial aid packages, which normally consist of a combination of grants and student loans. Jacobs University Bremen awards generous scholarships to motivated, socially committed, excellent academic performers from around the globe who are outstanding representatives of their parts of the world.
http://www.jacobs-university.de/admission/international-scholarships

Arrival support

We offer an orientation week, which includes of the all the information that is important to new students (residence permit, insurance, student life, academic matters etc.).

Services and support for international students

The orientation week is the same for all students. Faculty advisers, senior student advisers, local volunteers and host families in Bremen have worked closely with us to make our students feel welcome in their new environment.

Accommodation

Jacobs University Bremen is a campus university. Undergraduate students live in apartments with two single rooms in residential colleges. The campus provides a gym, a fitness centre, a football pitch, sport courts, a cinema and a Student Activity Center. Residential colleges are led by Resident Mentors, College Coordinators and their student teams.