Master's degree · Tbilisi, Georgia

Master of Global Governance

The Master of Global Governance at the University of Georgia is a two-year, English-taught degree examining how states, international organisations and non-state actors negotiate, regulate and cooperate across borders. Studying it in Tbilisi places you in a country sitting between Europe, Russia, Turkey and the South Caucasus, where questions of sovereignty, security and regional integration are daily political reality rather than abstract theory.

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University: The University of Georgia (UG)
Level: Master's degree
Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Language: English
Tuition: $4,000 per year
Next intake: Fall 2026

Who this program suits

This fits graduates in political science, international relations, law, economics or public administration who want a research-informed grounding in international institutions, diplomacy and policy analysis, and who are comfortable with heavy reading and written argument in English. It also suits NGO and civil service staff seeking a formal qualification. It is not a fit if you want a technical or business degree, or a short vocational course with immediate professional licensing.

What you study

Theories of international relations and global governance institutions
International law, treaties and the role of the United Nations system
Diplomacy, negotiation and conflict resolution practice
Security studies with attention to the South Caucasus and Black Sea region
Global political economy, trade regimes and development policy
Research methods and a supervised master's thesis

Where it leads

Analyst or project officer in international NGOs and donor-funded programmes
Junior diplomatic, consular or foreign ministry roles in your home country
Policy and research posts in think tanks, advocacy bodies and media
Programme coordination with international organisations and their country offices
Doctoral study in international relations, political science or public policy
The degree is issued by an accredited Georgian university; confirm how your home country's education authority evaluates foreign master's qualifications

What it costs

Tuition is $4,000 per year, so roughly $8,000 across the two-year, four-semester programme. Living in Tbilisi typically costs about $300-450 a month depending on whether you share a flat and how often you eat out, which puts a realistic annual budget in the region of $7,500-9,500 including tuition. Budget separately for travel, insurance and residence permit costs.

What the university asks for

The University of Georgia asks for your bachelor's degree diploma, a transcript of records showing the subjects and grades from that degree, and the pages of your passport carrying your personal details, photo and signature. Any degree in a field related to social sciences, law or economics is the usual starting point. Documents in other languages will normally need translation, so prepare clean, legible scans early.

❇️ Bachelor's Degree Diploma
❇️ Transcript of records
❇️ Passport - the page(s) with your personal information, photo, and signature.

Questions students ask

When does teaching start and how late can I apply?

The next intake is Spring 2026, meaning you begin in the second semester of the academic year rather than in autumn. Because a student visa or residence permit takes time to arrange, start gathering your diploma, transcript and passport scans several months before the semester opens.

Do I need a background in international relations?

It helps, but it is not always required. Applicants from law, economics, public administration, history and related social sciences are common, since the first semester covers governance theory and international institutions from the ground up. Strong academic English matters more than a specific undergraduate title.

Is the whole programme really taught in English?

Yes, all coursework, seminars and the master's thesis are in English, so you can complete the degree without Georgian. That said, basic Georgian is useful for daily life in Tbilisi and for any internship or fieldwork with local institutions during the two years.