Master of Arts in International Relations / International Security
Norwich University

Program Details

The online Master of Arts in International Relations degree from Norwich University provides students with the skills it takes to interpret, organize and communicate foreign relations information in a variety of professional settings. The program offers five career-focused concentration options that allow students to explore their professional interests and prepare for the international relations careers they want. Concentration options include Cyber Diplomacy, International Security, Regions of the World, International Development and National Security.

Taught by a faculty of industry experts with real-world experience in foreign relations, each concentration is delivered through a series of concentration and elective courses and a final component that features two research seminars. With the opportunity for one-on-one support from educators, students complete the courses and explore diverse perspectives along with the intricacies of foreign relations to prepare for the next step in their careers.

The online International Relations degree program can be completed through a flexible, interactive learning environment that helps students balance education with their full-time personal and professional responsibilities. Students may choose from multiple course start dates, access coursework on their own time and complete the degree at a comfortable pace.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Norwich University is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.75 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Official College Transcript(s), Essay/Writing Sample

Additional Info

  • The final academic requirement for the program is a residency at the Norwich University campus in Vermont.