Strategy and International Security (MSIS)

The two-year degree programme “Strategy and International Security” (MSIS) comes just at the right time to do justice to the increased importance of strategy and security policy. Participants will study the 21st century’s most pressing international and national security problems. The aim is to better understand the world of today and the challenges that lie ahead. Special emphasis will lie on international law and the future of the international system. The degree programme will also focus on emerging security challenges as well as the relationship of diplomacy and military strategy. The programme will be led by both Bonn faculty members and experienced practitioners. It will prepare students for careers in international organisations, foreign services, national security institutions, and NGOs as well as multinational companies.

Academic requirements

Examination regulations stipulate a local Numerus Clausus, NC. (Applicants will be chosen by grade.)

Minimum GPA

Minimum grade: 2.7 with degree; 2.3 with just Transcript of Records; Last NC: 1.4

English requirements

English language test C1 according to Common European Reference Framework (CEFR)

Accepted bachelor fields

Bachelor of Arts or equivalent degree acquired in Germany or abroad in political science

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

about 330 EUR per semester

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: about 330 EUR per semester

It will prepare students for careers in international organisations, foreign services, national security institutions, and NGOs as well as multinational companies.

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