Course
International Relations
QS Politics & IR
Internationally recognised governance school with a very international cohort
The Hertie School’s Master of International Affairs is a professional, English-taught programme in Berlin’s government quarter, with close ties to ministries, think tanks and international organisations.
Key advantages
- Professional, policy-focused programme
- English-taught
- Berlin’s government quarter
- Strong links to ministries and think tanks
- Very international cohort
- Internship and practice component
- Programme & duration
- Master of International Affairs (MIA): 2 years (full-time)
- Tuition (international)
- Approx. €15,000 – €18,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website; scholarships available)
- Intakes
- September (main intake)
- English requirement
- IELTS: 7.0 overallTOEFL iBT: 100+PTE: 68+ (English-taught programmes)
- Entry requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social science or a related field with strong grades. CV, motivation letter, references and interview; APS certificate for applicants from India.
Employability & placement
Graduates work in government, international organisations, think tanks and consulting, with many going on to roles in Berlin and Brussels.
Student experience
The Hertie School is a private, internationally oriented school of governance in Berlin’s government quarter, with a very international cohort and close ties to German ministries and international organisations.
Research strengths
Research in international affairs, European integration, security, public policy and digital governance.