University of Reading, Double MA, Governance and Global Affairs and Security Studies

At MGIMO, the MA Governance and Global Affairs provides both Russian and international students with the necessary skills required for employment in international organisations.

This course is designed to help graduates embrace their role as global citizens who are able and willing to be part of an international, multicultural environment.

The course provides students with a profound knowledge about contemporary politics, international diplomacy, governmental and legal systems, economics and international relations and security, with focus on Russia.

At the University of Reading, the programme will give you an excellent grounding in preparation for a PhD, or for a research career in think tanks, government departments or non-governmental organisations. The master's is suitable for students with an interest in international relations and contemporary issues of international security.

The programme gives you the freedom to tailor the course to suit your particular research interests. You will also write a specialist research dissertation in consultation with an expert supervisor.

Discount: the University of Reading is pleased to offer students from MGIMO a 10% discount on their tuition fees when spending their second year at the University.