BA

International Relations: Politics and History

Learn more about studying International Relations: Politics and History as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    20,000EUR
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Constructor University says about their program:

The IRPH program is designed to address complex and pressing global issues today. The program takes a multidisciplinary approach, combining theories and methods from political science, history, law, and philosophy to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of international relations. The overarching goal of the program is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to analyze and tackle the historical origins and potential solutions to these global challenges.

The program has a proven track record of preparing students for success in further academic pursuits and the job market. Approximately 60% of IRPH graduates go on to attend prestigious graduate schools, including Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, Harvard, Johns Hopkins, Georgetown, and Sciences Po. The remaining 40% of graduates enter a variety of careers, including traditional international relations roles, public policy, development work, business, consulting, and more. The IRPH program has received high marks from the Centre for Higher Education (CHE), a further testament to the program's quality and effectiveness in preparing students for successful careers.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school diploma or local equivalent is required. Applicants who have already completed high school need to provide their high school diploma, final grades, and, if applicable, results from the university entrance examination in their respective country

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • An undergraduate degree or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study

English proficiency

  • TOEFL PBT

    575

  • TOEFL iBT

    90

  • MELAB

    80

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    110

  • PTE

    61

English proficiency waivers

  • Student is a native English speaker OR
  • Have been instructed exclusively in English for a minimum of 6 years OR
  • Have scored 600 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section OR
  • Have scored 9 or higher on the ACT Writing section
  • IB English A Literature & English A Language and Literature
  • GRE Verbal 145

Entry requirements

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof of identity
  • CV and Educational history form
  • Motivation statement
  • Standardized testing (optional)
  • Recommendation letter

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof of identity
  • CV
  • Motivation Statement
  • Recommendation Letter
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Scholarships at Constructor University

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Fees

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Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    €20,000 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    €20,000 per year

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What is the cost of living near Constructor University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Germany-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€1,000Range: €700 to €1,500
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€750Range: €550 to €1,100
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€280Range: €200 to €420
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€35Range: €25 to €50
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€20Range: €12 to €35
Monthly public transport pass€49Range: €40 to €86
Monthly grocery basket€280Range: €200 to €380
Coffee shop drink€4Range: €3 to €5
Cinema or cultural event ticket€12Range: €10 to €16
Gym membership€30Range: €20 to €50

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Constructor University

Many international students will require a visa to study in Germany, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.