BSc International Relations from Gisma University of Applied Sciences

The BSc International Relations curriculum combines academic foundations with applied learning in transnational security, foreign policy analysis, political risk, global political economy, international organisations, governance and intercultural skills. Students develop policy analysis, global security assessment, political and economic insight, critical thinking, strategic analysis and intercultural communication through a mix of classroom study, e-learning, cases, group work and project-based activities. GISMA lists this as a 180-ECTS programme with a fifth-semester mobility window and a collaborative studio module using simulations, policy labs and interdisciplinary projects. The programme is marked subject to accreditation. The programme is delivered in Berlin and is structured to help students connect subject knowledge with practical decision-making. Across the degree, learners engage with research methods and a final bachelor-level project or thesis component where specified in the GISMA curriculum. This academic structure is suited to students who want a broad, career-relevant education with an international and digital perspective.

BSc International Relations is a Berlin-based undergraduate programme for students who want focused, career-relevant study in transnational security, foreign policy analysis, political risk, global political economy, international organisations, governance and intercultural skills. The course runs for 36 months with January, April, July and October entry points and a listed tuition fee of €13,825 per year. Teaching combines face-to-face learning with digital study activities, cases, collaborative projects and applied coursework. Students develop policy analysis, global security assessment, political and economic insight, critical thinking, strategic analysis and intercultural communication, while the curriculum also includes opportunities for practical or international experience where specified. The qualification is Gisma University of Applied Sciences — programme subject to accreditation. It is suitable for applicants seeking a structured route into professional roles connected to the subject area or further study.

Graduates of BSc International Relations can use the programme’s mix of academic knowledge and applied skills across relevant international industries. Career routes listed by GISMA include diplomatic service officer, policy advisor or analyst, international project coordinator, NGO programme manager, political risk consultant and global business strategist. The course develops policy analysis, global security assessment, political and economic insight, critical thinking, strategic analysis and intercultural communication, which are useful for entry-level professional roles and later progression into specialist or management responsibilities. Project work, internship opportunities and career-development activity provide additional exposure to workplace-style problem solving. Students also have access to GISMA’s Career Centre for employability support and career development. The programme is currently marked subject to accreditation.