MA in International Relations, One-Year (MAIR)

The one-year MAIR program is designed for candidates with substantial prior experience, counted after the date of an undergraduate degree, who wish to complete a graduate-level degree to further advance their careers.

Qualified applicants include those who have substantial professional work experience on international issues and/or in an international environment. The MAIR program is also open to those who have already earned another graduate degree in a related field – such as law, business, public health, political science, economics, etc. – and who are looking to complement that degree with an MA in international relations. In addition, the MAIR program is ideal for U.S. Army officers who are required to complete an MA as part of their training in the FAO Program.

Prospective students who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree, or who have limited work experience in the field of international relations, are encouraged to apply to either the MA in International Affairs (MAIA) program or the MA in Global Policy (MGP) program.

The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University is a renowned institution dedicated to addressing global challenges through interdisciplinary education and research.

The school offers six distinguished graduate programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a dynamic world that is constantly shifting. Our mission extends beyond traditional boundaries.

At Pardee, we are architects of global citizenship, striving for a world with peace that lasts, knowledge that transforms, and development that works. We achieve this vision through rigorous and creative education, path-breaking research, and innovative initiatives. Regardless of the field of focus – be it international health, economics and development, diplomacy, foreign policy, human rights, security, or climate change – we prepare our students to tackle pressing issues that are global in scope.

Pardee prides itself on a faculty of experienced practitioners and distinguished scholars, a global network of alumni, and a commitment to Advance Human Progress. Our small classroom sizes ensure that all students are prepared to address the world’s most pressing issues. We are decided to fostering a community of future leaders equipped to confront the complexities of our interconnected world and make it a better place.

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