Master Program in International Relations

About the MIR Program
The School of International Studies at Peking University, hereinafter referred to as SIS, announces the opening for 2011-entry applications of the Master’s Degree Program in International Relations (MIR), for international students and applicants from the Chinese areas of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macao. Those who have a strong interest in international relations in general and Chinese foreign relations in particular and have obtained a solid undergraduate educational foundation are welcomed to apply.
Combining empirical and theoretical approaches, this program focuses on in-depth studies in politics, foreign affairs, and social development of contemporary China, with courses taught and theses written in English. This program guarantees a small class as there will be only 20 members maximum admitted in 2011.
After the 2-year full-time MIR program at the School of International Studies, a master’s degree in International Relations will be granted by Peking University upon completion of required credits, a degree thesis, and an oral defense.
When to Apply
Applications accepted from Novermber 1st, 2011, to March 24th, 2012. Early application is encouraged as the opportunities are limited.
Admission
The offers will be sent to admitted applicants by both mail and email by July, 2012
Program Starts
Early September 2012, at Peking University in Beijing
Please refer to your Admission Confirmation letter
Tuition Fee
RMB 75,000.00 Yuan a year at Peking University
Degree
Certified by the Degree Committee of Peking University, a Master’s Degree in International Relations will be granted upon completion of required credits, a Master’s thesis and an oral defense.