Program Overview

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Master in International Affairs - MIA

The Master in International Affairs (MIA) programme is a two-year full-time programme that provides students with a broad but practical training experience to intensify expertise, knowledge, and insight into international affairs. Graduates of the programme become leaders in their field by developing a fundamental understanding of global affairs, while also gaining a deep understanding of how Asia influences and is influenced by the rest of the world.

Overview

The MIA programme provides students with a strong foundation in both theoretical frameworks and practical knowledge of multi-disciplinary subfields of international relations, together with an immersive experience in Asia. The programme is designed to equip students with international perspectives and a nuanced understanding of Asia, enabling them to pursue meaningful careers in a variety of roles and industries across the region.

Why Study MIA in Singapore

Singapore is a cosmopolitan city at the heart of Asia, and its geographical location is strategic in its proximity to Asia’s emerging economies. The city-state offers a balanced and culturally-grounded perspective of geopolitical and socioeconomic issues in Asia, with world-class infrastructure and a testbed for new policy solutions and new ways of governance.

International City in the Heart of Asia

Singapore is widely regarded as the world’s gateway to Asia, providing a panoramic yet intimate understanding of the diverse challenges and opportunities in the region. The city-state attracts an elite community of researchers and specialists from all over the globe, building up an international reputation as a hub for world-class education and research.

Global Business Hub

Singapore is a global business hub with over 7,000 multinational companies headquartered in the country, ranking as the most competitive country in Asia and the second most competitive country in the world. This translates into abundant opportunities for students to intern and work with multinational corporations, making Singapore an ideal launching point for careers anywhere in the world.

Hub for World-Class Education

Singapore has built up an international reputation as a hub for world-class education and research, with the LKY School hosting numerous keynote lectures by world-famous thought leaders. This allows students to interact and build professional connections with business and government leaders, providing a vibrant academic community in Singapore.

Quality of Life

Singapore has been ranked by the Mercer 2016 Quality of Living Survey as a top Asian country for its quality of life, with award-winning urban infrastructure, amenities, and healthcare. The city-state also maintains one of the lowest crime rates in the world, making it an attractive destination for students.

Unique Cultural Confluence

Singapore is a multicultural and vibrant city, where diverse traditions and cultures co-exist harmoniously in everyday life. English is the lingua franca in Singapore’s education system, making it easy for students to get around the country.

What Can You Do with an MIA Degree?

MIA alumni have gone on to pursue meaningful careers in a variety of roles and industries across Asia, equipped with international perspectives and a nuanced understanding of the region. Some examples of career paths include:

• Investment Consultant at a state-owned enterprise in China
• Assistant Director, ASEAN, at the Singapore Institute of International Affairs
• Intelligence gathering and strategising for the Government of India on shaping the start-up landscape of the country

Application Details

• Application Date: 1 August - 15 December every year
• The programme provides students with a strong foundation in both theoretical frameworks and practical knowledge of multi-disciplinary subfields of international relations, together with an immersive experience in Asia.

Curriculum

The MIA programme provides students with a broad but practical training experience to intensify expertise, knowledge, and insight into international affairs. The curriculum includes a strong foundation in both theoretical frameworks and practical knowledge of multi-disciplinary subfields of international relations, together with an immersive experience in Asia.

Admissions Criteria

The admissions criteria for the MIA programme include a fundamental understanding of global affairs, as well as a deep understanding of how Asia influences and is influenced by the rest of the world. Students must also demonstrate a strong foundation in both theoretical frameworks and practical knowledge of multi-disciplinary subfields of international relations.

Ambassador's Circle

The Ambassador's Circle is a programme that provides students with opportunities to interact and build professional connections with business and government leaders.

Student Exchange

The MIA programme offers student exchange opportunities, allowing students to gain a panoramic yet intimate understanding of the diverse challenges and opportunities in Asia.

Double Degree

The MIA programme also offers a double degree option, providing students with the opportunity to pursue two degrees in a shorter period of time.

Research Areas

The LKY School has a number of research centres, including:

• Asia Competitiveness Institute
• Centre on Asia and Globalisation
• Institute of Policy Studies
• Institute for Environment and Sustainability

These research centres provide students with opportunities to engage in research and gain a deeper understanding of the region.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the MIA programme are available on the LKY School website.

FAQs

The LKY School website also provides answers to frequently asked questions about the MIA programme.