GISMA is a state-recognised applied university near Berlin / Potsdam that focuses on career-oriented, English-taught programmes with strong links to industry and applied learning. The BSc International Relations prepares you to understand global politics, diplomacy, security, and policy — pairing academic theory with real-world practice (policy labs, studio modules, internships and career projects). GISMA emphasises employability: career centre support, employer partnerships and experiential learning.

 

Why choose this BSc?

• Develops critical thinking, policy analysis, intercultural communication and political/economic insight — skills sought by governments, NGOs, consultancies and multinationals.

• Includes hands-on components (studio, internship, policy labs) so you graduate ready to apply knowledge in practice.

• English-taught and international cohort — good for non-German speakers wanting to live/study in Germany.

 

What you’ll study — modules & topics (representative)

GISMA provides a clear module breakdown (module name + ECTS); here are the key modules you will take across the programme: Gisma

• Transnational Security — 10 ECTS

• Introduction to Globalization — 5 ECTS

• Comparative Foreign Policy Analysis — 10 ECTS

• Intercultural Skills & Ethics — 5 ECTS

• Emerging Global Threats — 10 ECTS

• Comparative Country Studies & Political Risk Assessment — 5 ECTS

• Global Political Economy — 10 ECTS

• Leadership in a Digitalised & Globalised World — 5 ECTS

• Foreign Language II — 10 ECTS

• Digital Skills — 5 ECTS

• International Organisations & Multi-Level Governance — 10 ECTS

• Studio (policy labs / simulations) — 5 ECTS

• Internship — 20 ECTS

• Thesis — 10 ECTS

 

Special features & highlights

• Studio module & policy labs — immersive simulations and interdisciplinary group work.

• Internship (20 ECTS) — significant industry placement integrated into degree.

• Mobility window — semester for study abroad or full-time internship.

• Career development focus — dedicated career centre and employer connections.

• SAP University Alliances membership and occasional high-level site visits (e.g., Bundestag discussion) to link classroom learning with real institutions.

 

Career outcomes — jobs & progression

Graduates are well-placed for roles in:

• Diplomatic service / foreign affairs

• Policy analysis / think tanks / NGOs

• Political risk & security analysis

• International organisations (UN, EU bodies)

• International development & global business strategy

 

Latest updates / important notes

• Status: The BSc International Relations programme is listed on GISMA’s official programmes page and is currently offered subject to accreditation (check the programme page for any updates). GISMA frequently updates learning content and runs events linking students to real institutions (e.g., Bundestag visits).

• Foundation route: If your academic background needs strengthening, the Foundation Programme (3.5 years total with foundation) is available to prepare you for degree entry.