The following study programmes in English are now available to JU students:
MA in European Studies
The Centre for European Studies is a branch of the Institute of European Studies at the Jagiellonian University. CES offers an MA in European Studies, a study abroad programme for undergraduates, as well as number of MA degree programmes coordinated in consortium with partner universities. CES provides an opportunity to study in Central Europe. The MA programme in European Studies is composed of five specialisations comprised of courses taught in English. The programme is designed to provide students with advanced and interdisciplinary knowledge of contemporary European affairs. The focus of study is the political, economic and cultural character of Central and Eastern Europe and the European Union. Students take classes from the core, key, speciality, and optional categories according to their academic specialisation and personal interest. The maximum duration of studies is 4 semesters.
Graduate Profile:
The MA in European Studies programme gives graduates the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue careers in regional, local and national governmental organizations, non-for-profits, cultural and social institutions, public service institutions, academia, think-tanks, consultancy and public affairs, diplomacy, foreign affairs institutions and many more. Students also choose to undertake doctoral studies in a variety of fields.
International Relations and Area Studies (IRAS)
International Relations and Area Studies (IRAS) is an undergraduate interdisciplinary programme that offers a rigorous international and comparative perspective on the contemporary global system and different regions of the world. Its mission is to foster creative thinking about complex global problems and to equip students with the analytical tools, language expertise, and cross-cultural understanding to guide them in that process. This degree provides a solid grounding in international issues together with an opportunity to specialise in a particular region or specific subject. You will learn how the international system has evolved and take part in scholarly debates about dilemmas dominating contemporary international politics.
Our research and teaching spans the full spectrum of topics in International Relations and Area Studies, including international economics, development, global governance, ethics of war, conflict resolution and peace building, regional integration, cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue. Additionally, the programme offers an in-depth analysis of politics, economics, security, cultures, and societies in various regions of the world.
The second and third year of the programme allow you to focus on one of three specializations: International Security, Area Studies or Politics and Culture. Choosing a specialization will give you a concentrated and in-depth study of the areas that interest you most.
MA in International Relations: Europe in the Visegard Perspective
This joint Master's degree programme in international relations is carried out within the framework of the VNDREAM network, which consists of: Jagiellonian University in Kraków (Poland), Masaryk University (Czech Republic), University of Pecs (Hungary) and Matej Bel University in Banska Bystrica (Slovakia).This joint Master's programme offers a unique opportunity to study international relations, European politics, economy, society & culture from the perspective of the Visegrad region. Experienced faculty staff of the leading universities from the Visegrad region as well as visiting professors and guest lecturers from renowned international academic and diplomatic institutions provide insightful and inspiring instruction about major developments in contemporary international law, economics, politics and culture in light of the European integration processes seen from the standpoint of the Visegrad region.
Graduate Profile
Upon the completion of this programme graduates will demonstrate high competence in both history and culture of the Visegrad and the wider Central Europe region as the background for a better understanding of contemporary international relations as exemplified in the impact of European integration. More specifically, they will acquire knowledge necessary to better understand the complex nature of the interplay between global and regional phenomena affecting the functioning of international organisations, business and civil society. Graduates will be prepared to work in international organisations, diplomatic service, public administration, mass media and civil society organisations. If interested in pursuing an academic career, graduates will acquire the analytical ability to carry out individual research as prospective doctoral students.
LL.M. Program offered by CUA in cooperation with Jagiellonian University
LL. M. Studies – a post-diploma study programme – usually requires a student to spend a year at a foreign university, which is often a very expensive endeavour. The LL. M. Programme, co-funded by the Catholic University of America and the Jagiellonian University, was created to help resolve this problem, both in its financial and organisational aspect.
The LL. M. degree (Master of Laws), granted by the Catholic University of America, is awarded to students who spend one spring semester at the CUA and pass all exams required by the Jagiellonian University. This way, the students are allowed to plan their education with more flexibility. Additionally, the CUA also admits students who want to participate in the programme in the final years of their studies, thus allowing them to begin their professional career immediately after they acquire their MA degree.
The programme was established 12 years ago and is currently the only one of its kind in Poland. During that time, thanks to the fruitful cooperation between both universities, is has garnered tremendous acclaim and popularity among ambitious young lawyers who aim to increase their qualifications.
