Master's Degree English 2 years

International Politics and Governance

Roskilde University (RUC) · Roskilde, Denmark
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Duration2 years
Teaching languagesEnglish
DegreeMaster's Degree
Programme provider

Roskilde University (RUC)

Roskilde, Denmark · Accredited programme

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At a glance

International Politics and Governance (Master's Degree) is taught at Roskilde University (RUC), Roskilde. It lasts 2 years. Taught in English.

Program overview

The programme is open for admission for students with a legal right of admission only International Politics and Governance explores how significant parts of today's politics influence are created and implemented through systems by public, private and non-state actors. The purpose of the programme is to educate social science graduates who can perform professionally in multilevel governance actors.As a students you acquire insight into European, interregional and international policy development, with particular focus on governance in international institutions and agencies (e.g. EU, WTO, NATO, EEA), in governments and agencies, as well as in public and private organisations.The programme will give you the ability to understand, interpret and independently prepare analyses related to multilevel governance for example in relation to policy challenges within the areas of environment, climate adaptation, education, welfare, trade, immigration, security policy etc.The programme qualifies graduates for work in ministries, agencies, regions and municipalities, in international organisations, in embassies/consulates, chambers of commerce, interest organisations, financial institutions, think-tanks, PR companies and more. Your English title will be: Master of Science in Social Sciences in International Politics and Governance

CityRoskilde

Cost per year

Living costs€1,480 a month in Roskilde, rent included
€17,760

Living costs from SiT estimate from livingcost.org city data (Nov 2026), converted from USD at the ECB reference rate of 30 Oct 2026 (1 EUR = 1.1172 USD)

Admission requirements

Typical requirements in Denmark for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

  • A completed qualification that gives access to Master's Degree study.
  • Academic transcripts and any programme-specific assessment the institution asks for.
  • Your advisor checks the final requirements for your education system and intake.

Language requirements

Confirm the accepted English-language evidence with the institution for the selected intake.

EnglishMain teaching language
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Required documents

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Passport or national identity document
Previous diploma or graduation certificate
Academic transcript
Proof of the teaching language, when the programme asks for it
Completed application form and a recent photo
CV and motivation letter
Recognition or equivalence of your degree, when the programme asks for it

Accreditation

The central catalogue records this programme as accredited.

Application journey

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2Check eligibility

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3Prepare documents

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4Send an application request

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Frequently asked questions

How long is International Politics and Governance?

The official catalogue lists a duration of 2 years.

Which languages is International Politics and Governance taught in?

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