FAST TRACK YOUR CAREER MA INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

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1 MA INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS FAST TRACK YOUR CAREER 4 CONTINENTS 9 COUNTRIES 1 UNIVERSITY Webster University founded in 1915 with its home campus based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, is the only Tier 1, private, nonprofit university with campus locations around the world including metropolitan, military, online and corporate, as well as American-style traditional campuses in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa

2 WEBSTER UNIVERSITY THAILAND ACCREDITATION AN AMERICAN UNIVERSITY AT THE HEART OF SOUTH-EAST ASIA At Webster University, the education is American and your campus is the world. While studying at Webster University in Thailand, you will benefit from the University s global network of campuses and the international perspectives of its academic programs. Webster University, founded in 1915 with its home campus based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, is the only Tier 1, private, nonprofit university with campus locations around the world including metropolitan, military, online and corporate, as well as American-style traditional campuses in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa. ACCREDITED BY THE HIGHER LEARNING COMMISSION, USA ACCREDITED BY COMMISSION OF HIGHER EDUCATION (CHE), MINISTRY OF EDUCATION THAILAND RANKED BY Webster excels as a teaching university, which means our professors first priority is to teach you. Our advisors first priority is to help you get what you re looking for even when you don t know what it is. We will work to develop an individualized learning experience that s only available at a university where your faculty will know you by name. Through small classes and personal attention, you ll get what you need to dream big and then follow through on your dreams. TOP 2% OF THE 1,600 COLLEGES Webster's Study Abroad programs rank in the top 2 percent of the 1,600 colleges and universities surveyed in the America's Best Colleges 2015 edition of U.S. News & World Report That s because at Webster University we know it s you who defines your major, not the other way around. For more information: Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs

3 SPOTLIGHT Dr. Kenneth Houston College of Arts and Science Dr. Houston was awarded his PhD by the University of Ulster, Northern Ireland. His thesis examined the concept of formalized dialogue between religious associations and the institutions of the European Union. He also holds an MA in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Ulster and a Higher Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution from University College Dublin. He has taught at the University of Ulster on the subjects of European Integration, West European Politics, The Foundations of Political Thought and at Masters level, Divided Societies in the Modern World. At Webster he teaches International Affairs, Politics of Peace, Political Theory and The World System since 1500 among other courses. He also completed a research internship with the International Conflict Research institute (INCORE) based at the University of Ulster s Magee Campus, where he contributed to research into European Union funded post-conflict peace-building strategies in Northern Ireland. EARN A RECOGNIZED AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS DEGREE IN BANGKOK With thriving global markets, innovations in technology, and heightened competition, the world has become a smaller place--but not necessarily a simpler one. No matter where we live, diverse cultures and customs are a part of our lives, from business and politics to society and the environment. What happens in one part of the world increasingly affects us all. Webster University's graduate program in international relations equips its students with the skills to handle that complexity. As an international relations student, you'll acquire the knowledge and skills to prepare for or enhance your career in commerce, law, journalism, business, education, public affairs, or government. Also, Webster's MA in International Relations program is available entirely online in addition to our traditional classroom format, for maximum flexibility and convenience. You can take courses at the Bangkok Academic Center and through Webster Worldwide international network of campuses to complete your degree, meaning your progress never has to go on hold if you relocate or travel for work. We invite you to join ambitious career minded professionals like you who have selected Webster University for their MA in International Relations

4 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Master of Arts (MA) in International Relations enables students to analyze the complexities and processes involved in world politics and international affairs. The program prepares students for work with a governmental agency, an intergovernmental organization, or a multinational corporation. This program is also recommended to students planning to pursue a PhD, or an academic career at another institution. CURRICULUM PROGRAM DURATION 15 MONTHS The 36 credit hours required for the Master of Arts in International Relations must include the following courses: International Politics Cluster (4 courses) Core Courses INTL 5000 Introduction to International Relations INTL 5100 Research Methods and Perspectives INTL 6000 International Relations: Theory and Practice or INTL 6250 Thesis Comparative Politics Cluster (2 courses) INTL 5050 Comparative Politics INTL 5580 Politics of Development INTL 5570 Comparative Foreign Policy INTL 5600 Area Studies INTL 5605 Topics in Comparative Politics INTL 5625 Middle East Area Studies INTL 5635 Western European Area Studies INTL 5645 Asian Area Studies INTL 5655 African Area Studies INTL 5665 South and Central Asian Area Studies INTL 5675 Central and Eastern European Area Studies INTL 5685 Latin American Area Studies INTL 5400 International Political Economy INTL 5510 Theories of International Relations INTL 5530 International Law INTL 5540 International Organizations INTL 5550 War and Diplomacy INTL 5560 U.S. Foreign Policy INTL 5700 Humanitarian Issues in International Politics INTL 5800 Globalization INTL 5860 Issues in International Politics INTL 5870 International Law and Politics of Outer Space INTL 5890 Terrorism in World Politics International Relations Elective INTL 5300 Field Work INTL 5500 Professional Seminars INTL 5610 Non-Thesis Readings/Research INTL 5900 Advanced Research Methods INTL 6500 Internship

5 WHY WEBSTER UNIVERSITY IN THAILAND? Employs faculty who practice in the field, allowing you to take what you learn in class and apply it at work Emphasizes a bottom-line approach to decision-making Prepares students for ever-changing job demands by staying in touch with dynamic changes in the business world Offers the opportunity for international study for a term, semester or permanent transfer to our campuses in U.S.A., Switzerland, Austria, United Kingdom, the Netherlands, China, Greece and Ghana Offers small class sizes and flexible schedule Features an international student body representing over 50 nationalities (Webster University, Thailand) Awards degree accredited by U.S. and Ministry of Education in Thailand FACULTY STUDENT BODY 90 % expatriate professors 84% international students 43% 30% 2% 25% 10 students per class Average graduate class size North America Asia and Pacific Europe Rest of the World 50+ nationalities 20+ faculty nationalities Webster s professors also work for international organisations like the UN, OSCE, IAEA, enhancing our understanding of the concepts and rules behind functioning political bodies. The huge network that these professors have, allows us to listen and talk to some of the most coveted guest speakers in the area of international relations. This is perfect. Trevor Holbrook, USA, MA-IR 2010 For more information:

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6 Switzerland USA UK The Netherlands Austria China Greece Ghana YOUR NEXT STEP To begin your application process please visit our website or us at You are also encouraged to visit our campus and talk to our admissions counselors. To make an appointment please call +66 (0) Thailand ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Admission Requirements Photocopy of passport biographical page English proficiency results from either a TOEFL or IELTS test A word essay on the topic of your choice Undergraduate Graduate Two letters of recommendation Original or certified secondary school (high school) transcripts Official transcripts indicating all undergraduate courses attended and the award of the bachelor s degree An updated résumé or curriculum vitae ADMISSION DATES Term Fall 1 Fall 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer Start Date August October January March May CONTACT Call +66 (0) admissions@webster.ac.th Visit facebook.com/websterthailand twitter.com/websterthailand youtube.com/websterthailand instagram.com/websterthailand Webster University Bangkok Academic Center, 1 Empire Tower 4th floor (Em Space Zone), South Sathorn Rd., Yannawa Sathorn, Bangkok 10120, Thailand

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