Overview

Key features

Taught by internationally renowned faculty and practitioners, the MA program draws on John Cabot’s strengths as a globally-oriented American liberal arts university in Rome. Dynamic, small-class-size seminars, mentorship by dedicated faculty, a vibrant multicultural student body, and a genuine English-speaking learning environment are all hallmarks of JCU’s educational approach and represent an ideal setting for graduate students to grapple with the big questions facing 21st century policy makers.

Career

The MA degree in International Affairs at John Cabot University is designed to serve as a foundation for pursuing careers in international affairs. Students will graduate equipped to begin work in international governmental organizations; International non-governmental organizations; Governmental Foreign and Defense Ministries; international consulting, finance and legal firms; as well as public service and civil society organizations. Students will also be prepared for further graduate and post-graduate scholarly work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Graduate Seminars are research-intensive colloquia focused on specialized themes devised to stimulate original student research. They begin with the reading of a discrete body of scholarly sources and the examination of source material and proceed to the development of a focused research project, presentation, and paper by each seminar participant.
Political Science Research Methodology required of all MA students. This course provides a systematic understanding and critical appreciation of alternative approaches, methodologies and paradigms of political science research. Students will learn techniques to interpret and analyze data.
The Practicum in International Affairs provides a hands-on introduction to policy work in the field of global affairs.
Proficiency in a Foreign Language: Given the international nature of policy-making as well as John Cabot’s traditional identity as a hub for intercultural relations,

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

7

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Roma, Italy

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed application form;
A personal statement of 700 words detailing your reasons for interest in the program;
A writing sample or excerpt (circa 1500 words) which highlights your academic level of English;
A CV/Resume
Official transcripts of all post-secondary (undergraduate and graduate) study undertaken to date. Transcripts not in English or Italian must be accompanied by a certified English translation;
Proof of completion of a Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent at an accredited university, if not attested in the official transcripts*;
GRE scores - optional, but strongly recommended for applicants wishing to be considered for funding. Our GRE code is 7772;
Three letters of reference from professors evaluating your academic work and appropriateness for graduate study;
English proficiency

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20000 EUR / year

≈ 20000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

20000 EUR / year

≈ 20000 EUR / year

Living costs

Roma

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

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Funding

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