MA Program in International Studies
The Ibrahim Abu Lughod Institute offers an interdisciplinary Master’s program in International Studies, composed of four core components, based on the key areas of study that inform the field: International History, Politics, Economics, and Law. Additional courses in the Social Sciences and Humanities are also offered.
We welcome applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, with an interest in the study of Palestine in relation to the field of International Studies. The program seeks to provide students with a deeper understanding of key theoretical frameworks and diverse global perspectives, as well as support students in their future academic and professional pursuits.
- All students are to take Arabic 501 during their first semester.
- The completion of at least 36 credit hours distributed as follows:
| Course No. | Course Title | Prerequisite(s) |
|---|---|---|
| INST6300 | Introduction to International Relations | |
| INST6311 | Research methods | |
| INST6321 | International Relations Theory |
At least 6 credit hours to be selected among the following:
| Course No. | Course Title | Prerequisite(s) |
|---|---|---|
| INST6331 | Historical roots of political concepts | |
| INST6332 | Foreign policy and international relations | |
| INST6333 | Principles of international political economy | |
| INST6334 | Principles of international law |
A maximum of 15 credit hours to be selected among the following:
| Course No. | Course Title | Prerequisite(s) |
|---|---|---|
| INST6381 | Transformations in the international system during the twentieth century | |
| INST6382 | International relations: concepts and thinkers | |
| INST6383 | Non-state entities in international politics | |
| INST6384 | Globalization and international politics: a critical approach | |
| INST7310 | The nature of diplomacy | |
| INST7311 | Negotiations and diplomacy | |
| INST7312 | Conflict resolution and international crisis management: case studies | |
| INST7313 | International trade policies | |
| INST7314 | International development | |
| INST7315 | The future of international politics | |
| INST7316 | Human rights in international politics | |
| INST7317 | Humanitarian intervention | |
| INST7361 | Regional studies | |
| INST7371 | Palestine in international politics | |
| INST7381 | Special topic |
Students select track A or B after the completion of 24 credit hours. Acceptance in track A is limited to those who have maintained a general average of 80% in the program. The program committee decides on acceptance based on applicants' academic qualifications and the capacity of each track to accommodate new students. A student may change from one track to another based on the academic bylaws governing graduate studies.
Track A: Completion of requirements for the thesis: INST8600
Track B: 1. Completion of research seminars INST8301 and INST8302
Addition: 2. Passing the general oral examination.