Program Overview
Graduates pursue careers in diplomacy, research, administration, and other sectors related to international relations. The two-year program offers opportunities for exchange programs through IBSU's partnerships.
Program Outline
It's described as the only English-taught U.S. foreign affairs master's program in Georgia. The program builds upon the interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary nature of the undergraduate program, focusing on American history, politics, culture, and society. A key objective is to provide a deeper understanding of U.S. domestic and foreign policy issues, particularly those linked to the country's unique immigration history. The program aims to equip students with the ability to analyze the forces driving continuity and change in American foreign policy, providing them with the conceptual, theoretical, and historical tools for theoretical research in this field. The program's conceptual framework emphasizes the effective use of relevant theories and the contextualization of contemporary debates within their historical background. While it mentions an interview as part of the admissions process, it does not describe how student performance is evaluated throughout the program.
Careers:
Graduates of the program are expected to find career opportunities in various sectors, including:
- Diplomatic activity at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or international relations departments within other ministries and municipal bodies.
- Scientific research related to American foreign affairs.
- Administrative positions in international relations.
- Work in embassies, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (American Department), public relations offices, cultural departments, government, parliament, historical museums, archives, foreign relations committees, universities, and NGOs.
Other:
The program is a two-year program (120 ECTS) leading to a Master of American Studies qualification. Students have the opportunity to participate in international exchange programs through IBSU's partnerships with other universities. The program's head is Tea Chumburidze.
- For entrants who are enrolled via Unified Masters Exams: 4500 GEL
- For entrants who are not enrolled via Unified Masters Exams: 9900 USD
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Entry Requirements:
For Georgian applicants:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent academic degree.
- Successfully passed the Unified Master’s Exam.
- Interview on the subject.
- Passing a B2 level intra-university test in a foreign language if it is not supported by a BA diploma. Applicants with an international language certificate or those who completed an English-taught educational program are exempted from this test. In the case of equal interview scores, the master's degree candidate's GPA will be considered. Required documents for Georgian applicants:
- Application form.
- Two 3X4 photos (printed and electronic).
- Notarized copies of the diploma and appendix, or a certificate from the higher education institution showing the degree and a consolidated mark sheet (IBSU diplomas do not need notarization).
- Applicants with overseas higher education must provide notarized translations of the diploma and appendix, plus documentation confirming their international education.
- Copy of identification card/passport (notarized translation for foreign citizens).
- Military registration document (if applicable).
- Common Master’s Degree Exam Card.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
The program is taught in English. While a B2 level intra-university English test is required for Georgian applicants unless their BA was English-taught or they possess an international English language certificate, the requirements for international students are not specified in the provided text.
