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BA in

International
Relations

About the programme

Explore Diplomacy, Culture, Cooperation, Conflicts, and Global Politics — Prepare for an International Career.

  • A social science programme with a business edge: understand today’s social issues and learn how to solve them.
  • Master future-proof skills – from persuasion to project planning and content production.
  • Learn from top academics and industry professionals while using cutting-edge tech in the region’s most advanced media studios.
  • Choose from six specializations ranging from public communication to global media and pressing social challenges.
  • Strong practical emphasis, making studying communication enjoyable, relevant, and highly applicable to real-world work environments.
  • Opportunity for professional experience through a short internship in your second year.
  • Foundations in communication, sociology, political science, and philosophy, expanding to marketing psychology, digital marketing, and media economics.
  • Emphasis on developing soft skills, interpersonal communication, and applied communication theory.
  • Project-oriented and student-centered, combining academic knowledge with hands-on experience to prepare you for the international labor market.

Who is expected to attend the training

This programme is designed for individuals who are open to the world of international relations, interested in global and regional affairs, diplomacy and international institutions, curious about different cultures and civilizations, and planning a career in this field.

Details

Programme name International Relations

Programme award Bachelor, BA

ECTS 180

Duration 6 semesters (3 years)

Teaching hours approx. 12-16 hours/week

Includes internship Compulsory (80 hours)

Start date September 2025

Tuition fee (EEA)

800 000 HUF/semester

cca. 2 000 EUR/semester*

Tuition fee (Non-EEA)

2 800 EUR/semester

*The official price list can be found in the annex to the Regulation on Student Fees and Benefits.

This programme is available only in English.

Corvinus University of Budapest

What will you study?

Year 1

Core Modules*

  • Global History of Early Modern Europe
  • Introduction to Political Science
  • Introduction to Economics
  • Comparative Political Economy
  • Research Methodology: Theories, Concepts and Research Design

Year 2

Core Modules*

  • International Law
  • International Relations: Theories, Concepts and Debates
  • US and UK Foreign and Security Policy
  • China Studies
  • History of Civilisations

Year 3 BA/BSc only

Core Modules*

  • Contemporary Security Studies
  • Regional Studies
  • International Organisations
  • Global Political Economy
  • Global Social Change and Inequalities

* The above is not an exhaustive list. Corvinus University of Budapest reserves the right to change modules.

Specialisations








Corvinus University of Budapest

International mobilities

Double degrees

Kedge Business School

Kedge Business School is France’s largest independent business school and one of the few institutions accredited by the three most prestigious bodies: EQUIS, AMBA, and AACSB. It is also France’s leading management research institute and regularly ranks among the Financial Times’ Top 40 European Business and Management schools.

EBS Business School

EBS Business School is one of Germany’s top business schools, accredited by the renowned AACSB. Founded in 1971, it features a unique campus combining a historic castle and a modern facility by the Rhine, near Frankfurt. EBS collaborates with over 200 international organizations and partner universities and is well known for its academic excellence and entrepreneurial focus.
 

Exchange programmes

Corvinus has nearly 200 partners worldwide, and depending on the type of funding, you can apply to study at these institutions.

Students in International Business spend a full semester of their studies abroad – either studying at a partner university or working at a company.

Corvinus University of Budapest

Dr. Zoltán Gálik

Associate Professor

Programme Director

If you are curious about how the world works beyond borders, and want to understand the political, economic, and cultural dynamics that shape international affairs, our International Relations BA programme is for you. This multidisciplinary degree provides you with a strong foundation in diplomacy, global politics, international law, and regional studies.
Through our courses, you will gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to represent national and regional interests effectively, tackle the global challenges of today’s interconnected world, and respond to the opportunities and issues of European integration. We place special emphasis on developing your openness towards different cultures and civilisations — a vital skill for anyone aiming to build a career in the international arena.
We look forward to welcoming you to the International Relations BA programme!

Corvinus University of Budapest

Saba Gagoshidze

Georgia

Student - International Relations

The International Relations program at Corvinus equipped me with vital knowledge in economics, sociology, and political science within just one year. This strong foundation helped me land a position in Corvinus' international student recruitment team and an internship at my country's embassy. Thanks to Corvinus, I was able to advance toward my career goals in a short time.

Corvinus University of Budapest

Joel Daniel Knox

USA-Germany

Student - International Relations

Corvinus stands out for its truly international environment—bringing together students from across the globe, including regions often overlooked in Western universities. That diversity, mixed with Hungary’s interesting regional position, give depth to studying International Relations. The education is affordable and high-quality, with professors who are supportive and accessible. The campus has great facilities, there are a wide array of student organizations, and Budapest is a beautiful, vibrant city with plenty to explore and is well connected to all of Europe. My time at Corvinus has been both academically rewarding and personally enriching

Corvinus University of Budapest

Budinski Lucija

Serbia

Student - International Relations

From the very beginning, first as an applicant and now as a student at Corvinus, I felt like a valued member of the community. This stems from the hands-on approach taken, from the professors that inspire me to go above and beyond what’s learned in the classroom, to the many friends I have met. Through various student organizations, workshops, events and people that support me, I can say that my current experience not only builds up my confidence, but makes me eager and truly excited to see what my future will look like as part of the Corvinus community.

Leading university

Rankings

#3 Best Business School in the region

EdUniversal Rankings

#351-400 in Business and Management

WUR Ranking by Subject

TOP 70 in Master’s in Finance in the world

Financial Times

Accreditations and networks

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Career Opportunities

Our graduates typically build careers in diplomacy, international organisations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and the international departments of the private sector, where they work on matters related to international relations and global cooperation.

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