What You'll Learn
- An understanding of international conflict and cooperation.
- Insight into various regional and international political institutions and systems and their impact on governance and diplomacy.
- Deepened knowledge in focused topic areas, such as international political economy, foreign policy, human rights, and geopolitics.
Our Community at a Glance
Going back to school doesn’t have to mean putting your life on hold.
We’ve designed our certificates and degrees to give you the flexibility to pace your studies to fit your schedule.
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Certificate Courses
The liberal arts graduate certificate in International Relations requires four courses. You may choose from the following course groups, using the certificate course search:
International Relations course (choose one course from this group)
Example courses include:
- International Conflict and Cooperation
Electives (choose any three courses from this group)
Example courses include:
- Water Crises and Solutions: Engaging Science and Social Science to Develop Sustainable Solutions
- Transatlantic Relations after the Ukraine War
- The Geopolitics of Technology
- Evolution of Deterrence Theory
Pre-Register for Fall 2024
Fall registration opens July 22 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. Prepare early by:
- Creating your MyDCE student account.
- Completing the pre-registration steps.
- Saving courses to your cart.
Earning Your Certificate
Most of our certificates can be completed online and no formal application process is required to pursue a certificate.
To meet the requirements for the certificate, you must:
- Complete the four certificate courses for graduate credit.
- Earn at least a B grade in each course.
- Complete the courses within three years.
Learn more about pursuing a certificate and the process of requesting your certificate.
Stack Your Certificate Into a Degree
Stackable credential pathways allow you to earn multiple credentials by completing courses that meet overlapping requirements. In the short term, you can earn your biomedical certificate. Once completed, those four courses can count toward either a master’s degree in government or a master’s degree in international relations.
This stackable pathway offers an efficient, cost-effective way to earn short-term credentials to help fill immediate skill gaps and acquire specialized knowledge while building a foundation for long-term success that showcases your expertise in the field.
Learn how to plan a stackable credential pathway.
Cost
Affordability is core to our mission. When compared to our continuing education peers, it’s a fraction of the cost.
| Our Tuition (2024–25 rate) | $3,340 per course |
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| Average Tuition of Peer Institutions | $5,476 per course |
| Average Total Cost | $13,360 |
