Overview

The European Master in Global Studies (EMGS) program offered by Roskilde University offers an interdisciplinary understanding of the political, social and economic processes and consequences of globalisation. This enable students to conduct both comprehensive and specialised analyses in the field of Global Studies. Graduates acquire advanced theoretical and methodological knowledge of the interplay between international politics, international political economy and international social transformations.

Career Paths

The programme gives you a wide range of job opportunities in the public or private sector within:

NGO’s
Consultancies
Government ministries and regional and international organisations

Upon graduation you are qualified to enter a PhD programme.

The objective of Global Studies is to produce graduates with an interdisciplinary understanding of the political, social and economic processes and consequences of globalisation. On this foundation, graduates can fill business positions which require in-depth insight into international political control, international development, global social change, European integration and transnational economic dynamics. Graduates will also be capable of occupying positions which require a thorough understanding of the interplay between Danish societal conditions and international and global processes of change. The study programmes are oriented towards employment within both the public and private sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses Include

Sustainability, Development and Inequality
Methodology
Economic and Social Contestation
Current Global and Development Challenges
Policy Analysis
International Relations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Roskilde, Denmark

Disciplines

International Relations European Studies View 7 other Masters in International Relations in Denmark

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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

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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

A three-year bachelor's degree or the recognized equivalent from an accredited institution in the humanities or social sciences, with a minimum of 15% global studies–relevant courses, eg courses in the field of History, Area Studies, Economics, Cultural Studies, Sociology, Political Science and Human Geography.
Excellent English skills: Proficiency in English needs to be proven with an official test
Knowledge of another foreign language at the A2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (to be proven by a high school certificate and/or an internationally recognized test, score certificates, or equivalent proof of participation in language courses)
The recognition of the respective documents and degrees is based on the requirements set by the German Central Office for Foreign Education.

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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

2300 EUR / year

≈ 2300 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2300 EUR / year

≈ 2300 EUR / year

Living costs

Roskilde

Denmark

7000 - 9000 DKK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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