MSc in International Relations

After I obtained my Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and gained experience as a practitioner in México, I focussed on seeking higher education in order to master my skills and knowledge. Through my search I found out about the Political Science Master’s programme at Radboud University, which I considered my main option due to the courses the programme offers, the option to specialise in International Relations, and the challenge of the characteristically high quality education standards of the Netherlands. The more I investigated Radboud University, the more I knew that Nijmegen was the best option, not just because of the high education standards, but also because it offered the possibility of continuing to practice tennis in a social student community.

Studying abroad always poses the challenge of adapting to new education standards and a different social dynamic; challenges that are worth taking, and easy to overcome due to Nijmegen's cosy lifestyle and international student environment. The most difficult challenge I encountered was my background knowledge of European topics, but I quickly overcame this challenge thanks to the Professors and fellow students, who are always willing to help.

I definitely recommend the Political Science Master’s programme from Radboud University to people from Latin America due to the highly interactive courses in contemporary topics, and the way that the programme uses a diversity of approaches and a scientific methodological base that makes it unique.

With regard to my experience on the courses I have attended, I find the interactive teaching style an asset due to the relatively small groups, which facilitates a collective learning environment. The professors are very well prepared for each topic and this always encourages students to take part in class discussions. Even though the majority of students are Dutch speakers in the Political Science Master’s programme, the professors are very careful to keep to fluent English language in all courses.