General Information

Aim of the Program

The aim of the Political Science and International Relations master's program is to train a qualified workforce equipped with theoretical and applied knowledge supported by current and technological resources in the fields of politics and diplomacy. It is to prepare students for life by adopting the principle of scientific approach, critical attitude and lifelong learning. To graduate graduates with time management, self-discipline and communication skills.

Target of the Program

The main goal of the Political Science and International Relations master's program is to become a recognized competence within the framework of international standards. To increase the quality and visibility of the program through scientific publications and activities. To train professionals who will analyze politics and diplomacy with their military, economic and cultural dimensions and develop strategies. To give graduates who are aware of the importance of social, scientific and ethical values and who can take initiative and responsibility either alone or in teamwork.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Political Science and International Relations master's program can be employed as diplomats, consultants, auditors, experts and managers in various units of the public and private sectors. In addition to ministries, undersecretariats and embassies, international organizations, thought and research centers, foreign trade companies, banks and tourism enterprises and foreign news services of the media are among the places where our graduates can work. Students who will prefer academic life can enroll in doctoral programs in line with their interests.

Future of the Department

In today's world, where the phenomenon of globalization has come to the fore and world politics has increasingly changed with technology and digitalization, there will be a need for political science and international relations experts equipped with 21st century knowledge and skills who can comprehend new political developments and produce analytical solutions to problems.

Who Should Choose

The Department of Political Science and International Relations may be a suitable choice for those who want to build a career in fields such as international organizations, think tanks, foreign trade companies, banks, media and consultancy, as well as ministries, undersecretariats and embassies.

Working Places

Political Science, International Relations, Social Movements, Civil-Military Relations, Country-Regional Studies, Conflict, War, Domestic Policy, Foreign Policy, Energy, Military Policies, Security Policies etc.

Programmes allowing Horizontal Transfer

You can get information about this subject by contacting the Institute of Graduate Studies student affairs.

Programmes allowing Vertical Transfer