International Relations (BA) - Geneva School of Diplomacy

• Special access to UN and other diplomatic events
• Mandatory internships as part of the program
• 3-year program instead of 4
• Extensive networking opportunities
• Vibrant international student community
• Learn from real practitioners
• Personalized approach to student needs
• Strong focus on student well-being

It is mandatory for all GSD students to complete at least one internship during the course of their Bachelor studies. This is an ideal way for students to gain practical experience, expand their network, and apply theoretical knowledge to real world issues. In order to assist students in their internships search, GSD has developed regular agreements with a network of organisations, benefiting from its Geneva location and the nearby presence of Embassies, diplomatic missions, governmental agencies, NGOs, multinational corporations, etc.

• Prepare for further education and a career in diplomacy, politics, international relations, journalism, the private sector and beyond.
• Increase understanding of international relations and geopolitics.
• Understand strategies for optionally managing events in our contemporary global environment.
• Develop students’ analytical skills and improve their interpretation, critical evaluation, selection and synthesis, reasoned argument, research and problem-solving.