180
ECTS credits
6
semesters
30
students per class
€9.000
per semester
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM?
Designed for Future Global Leaders
This interdisciplinary 3-year Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Sustainability is designed to prepare its graduates with the skills to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges. It blends the combined strengths of an International Relations and Sustainability Degree to prepare you for a meaningful, truly global career.
Develop Diplomatic Agility and Ethical Leadership Skills
From day one, you'll gain the tools to navigate complex international landscapes and lead with purpose. Upon graduation, you’ll be:
- A global change-maker skilled in negotiation and strategic decision-making from Vienna, Europe’s leading global diplomatic hub.
- Possess the skills to to anticipate socio-political events and future geopolitical trends
- Equipped to bridge cultures and lead ethically across borders
Flexible Career Pathways Across International Fields
This degree opens doors to a wide range of careers. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in:
- International organizations and NGOs
- Government and public policy
- Sustainability consulting and corporate responsibility
- Advanced studies in politics, law, or environmental science
Master Global Governance and Environmental Policy
Your studies will go deep into the structures and systems shaping our world. Courses focus on:
- Global governance and international organizations
- Human rights and international law
- Climate policy and sustainable development
Experience Real-World Impact Through Research and Internships
You’ll engage in cutting-edge research and hands-on learning that connects classroom theory with real-world application. Key elements include:
- A 650-hour internship to build your résumé
- Real-world projects that expand your professional networks
- Applied training in international diplomacy and sustainability
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Modul University Vienna has ambitious plans to become a European center for understanding the changing world. From European geopolitics, international conflict, peace and diplomacy, to security, employers increasingly value critical thinking and the capacity to link multiple levels of analysis; from the global to the local. Having been a professor at some of Europe’s leading international relations departments and universities, Modul’s ambitions and its strategic location in Vienna, alongside its proximity to international organizations, give it a cutting edge. Please do join us as we develop tomorrow’s leaders.
STUDY PLAN
First Year
Build a solid foundation in economics and mathematics while gaining a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of the core disciplines in International relations.
- International Relations
- Fundamentals of Political Theory
- Mathematics and Statistics I
- Fundamentals of Social Sciences
- Academic Writing
- Fundamentals of Sustainable Development
- Comparative Regionalism and EU Law
- Mathematics and Statistics II
- Societal and Environmental Transitions
- International Organizations
- Ethics in International Management
- Space and Society - the Social Dimension of Sustainability
Second Year
Dive deeper into the field with courses on sustainability, governance and political economy while you develop a broader perspective and explore the intersection of politics, sustainability and governance.
- Environment and Development
- Global Governance
- International Security
- Political Economy
- Research Design
- Political Systems from a Comparative Perspective
- Internship Preparatory Course 1
- Contemporary Issues in International Relations
- Governance for Sustainability Transitions
- International Economics
- Economic Geography
- Philosophy of Science
- International Law
- Bachelor Thesis Tutorial 2
Third Year
Enhance your understanding of sustainability and international development while you gain practical experience. Choose between an internship or a thesis with enrichment courses that align with your interests and career goals.
- Climate and Energy Policy
- International Politics of Development
- Human Rights and Economic Development
- International Conflict Management
- Bachelor Thesis + Enrichment Courses
OR
- Internship (650h)
- The BA in International Relations and Sustainability provides the maximum flexibility, with a strong emphasis on real-world projects and team collaboration.
- Students have the choice to participate in an extensive internship or to write a comprehensive Bachelor thesis, delving into a specific area of interest. The thesis is fully mentored and provides the students with extensive faculty interactions as they finalize their thesis.
LECTURERS
A Semester at Oxford
Modul University Vienna is proud to offer outstanding third-year BA International Relations students the opportunity to study at one of the world’s most prestigious universities through the Oxford Study Abroad Programme (OSAP)
“At Modul University, we’re not just teaching international relations - we’re preparing the people who will help define it.”
The new International Relations program focuses on geopolitics, diplomacy, conflict, and global governance. Skills that are increasingly vital in an era of rapid global change.
Stokes emphasizes three qualities he hopes every student will develop:
HUMILITY, SELF-DISCIPLINE, AND CRITICAL THINKING.
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Join us for The Kahlenberg Lectures, a series of high-profile public lectures featuring influential global voices offering rare access to individuals shaping today’s debates. You will learn about topics such as The Role of Education in a Changing World Order, as well as Sovereignty and the Future of Europe, along with many more to come.
Career Prospects for BA in International Relations and Sustainability
This program prepares graduates for impactful careers at the intersection of global politics and sustainable development. Graduates are equipped to work in roles such as foreign policy advisors, human rights advocates, sustainability consultants, and CSR managers. They find opportunities across international organizations, NGOs, think tanks, consulting firms, and global corporations.
- United Nations, World Bank, European Commission, Foreign Affairs Ministries
- Amnesty International, Greenpeace, Global2000, International Committee of the Red Cross
- European Union Institute for Security Studies, The European Policy Centre, Bruegel
- McKinsey & Company, Deloitte
- Unilever, KPMG, Microsoft, Coca Cola
- Foreign Policy Advisor, Democracy Program Coordinator, Political Affairs Consultant
- Human Rights Advocate, Conflict Resolution Specialist, Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator
- International Policy Researcher, Democracy and Governance Research Analyst
Political Affairs Consultant, Sustainability Advisor
- Global Communications Manager, Environmental Policy Analyst, Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
- International Organizations for Policy, Advocacy, Regulation and Governments
- NGOs and Humanitarian Organizations
- Think Tanks and Institutes
- Consulting Firms
Corporations
Bachelor Admissions
When applying to Modul University Vienna for a Bachelor program, you need to meet the following admissions entry requirements and provide your documents in English through our application portal:
Curriculum vitae (personal data sheet)
Letter of motivation (description of reasons for applying to Modul University Vienna)
High school certificate
High school transcripts of records
Copy of passport
Passport-sized photograph
Proof of English proficiency level B2
*Please submit all the documents in a pdf format
All bachelor applicants must provide proof of their English proficiency, at minimum level B2 - according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - through a test taken within the last two years. We accept different English Certificates, you can choose the one that suits you from the list below.
When applying, our Student Recruitment Advisors can exempt you from providing the High School Certificate and last year's study transcript. If you lack these documents, please email us at recruitment@modul.ac.at and our team will provide support to continue your application.
ACCEPTED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR BACHELOR APPLICANTS:
TOEFL Internet-Based Test– 79 points. A minimum of 22 points in writing is required
IELTS – band score 6.5. We do not accept sub-scores below 6.0. A minimum of 6.0 in writing is required
Cambridge Certificate – First Certificate in English (FCE): Minimum grade B and a minimum of 173 points are required
Pearson Academic – 59 points
Exceptions will only be considered for students who are English natives or have completed their high school education entirely in English at recognized International Schools following American, British, or IB curricula. Our admissions committee maintains the authority to request any additional evidence of English proficiency if deemed necessary.
If you applied for a bachelor program and did not meet all requirements, you may still be accepted to study at Modul University Vienna on the condition of first completing our one-semester Foundation Program. You do not need to apply separately or again for the Foundation Program.
Check High School Requirements by Country
Criteria for International Schools Curriculum: If you have attended an international school in any country and followed an American, British, or International Baccalaureate curriculum, please review the admissions criteria specific to your curriculum below.
See what criteria apply to you based on your high school leaving certificate:
Please keep in mind that depending on your school system, you might need to complete the Foundation Program prior to your Bachelor Program.
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