Mastère (M.A.) and Ph.D. in International Relations
Ph.D.: 2,500 hours
Ph.D.: 24 to 48 months
Program Overview
The Mastère (M.A.) and Ph.D. program in International Relations at UniChristian offers advanced, critical, and multidisciplinary training focused on global dynamics, contemporary diplomacy, and international security governance. The course prepares researchers and professionals to interpret global trade flows, international political economy, and public international law.
Structural Differences: Mastère (MSc) vs. Ph.D.
The program of international vocation structured with reference to France is organized in an architecture of progressive complexity in two cycles.
Research Lines and Emphases
Program Objectives
General Objective
To train intellectual leaders and researchers equipped to conduct advanced scientific inquiry and strategic counseling in transnational ecosystems.
Specific Objectives
- Critically interpret global trade flows, international political economy, and geopolitics.
- Analyze international security mechanisms, diplomacy, and multilateral governance.
- Investigate impacts of cultural, religious pluralism, and diversity on global scenarios.
- Prepare specialists for advisory in geopolitical risk analysis and corporate diplomacy.
Teaching Methodology
Target Audience
Program & Curricular Matrix
1st Semester — Academic Leveling Module
- •Scientific Methodology (60h).
- •International Relations Theories (60h).
- •Foundations of Public International Law (60h).
- •Communication, Language, and Culture (60h).
2nd Semester — Foundations and Research Module
- •Research Seminars I (60h).
- •International Political Economy (60h).
- •Global Trade and Finance (60h).
- •Pluralism, Religion, and Diversity (60h).
3rd Semester — Advanced Studies Module
- •Research Seminars II (60h).
- •Diplomacy and International Cooperation (60h).
- •International Security Mechanisms (60h).
- •Advanced Studies in Political Science (60h).
4th Semester — Mastère (MSc) Completion / Ph.D. Cycle I
- •Dissertation or Thesis Preparation (120h).
- •Globalization and Contemporary Democracies (60h).
- •Case Studies in International Politics (60h).
- •Research in International Relations (60h).
Accreditation and Validity
Degrees are awarded internationally by UniChristian with French methodological reference, with structured credits to support the researcher's academic prestige.
Learn more about validityStart Your Selection and Research Process
To enter the France-referenced integrated Mastère (MSc) and Ph.D. program of UniChristian, you must submit your complete academic transcript and your initial research proposal. Our committee will provide continuous support for pairing with advisors.