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Global Policy Studies

The Center for Middle Eastern Studies and the LBJ School of Public Affairs offer a dual degree program leading to two graduate degrees, the Master of Global Policy Studies (MGPS) degree and the Master of Arts (MA) in Middle Eastern Studies (degree code: 647345). The dual-degree combines advanced studies of globalization with a focus on the politics, history, economy, and cultures of the Middle East. Graduates should eventually possess substantial career flexibility and attractiveness to prospective employers in government, private industry, and the non-profit sector.

Degree Requirements: Master's in Global Policy Studies

  • 22 hours

    Global Policy Core Courses: Policymaking in a Global Age, Microeconomics, The Nature of the International System, Analytical Methods for Global Policy Studies, International Economics, Policy Research Project, and Crisis Management

  • 15 hours

    MGPS Specialization: Chosen from Security, Law, and Diplomacy; International Energy, Environment, and Technology; Regional International Policy; or a student-initiated specialization.

  • 0-1 hour

    Summer Internship

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Master's in Middle Eastern Studies — with Thesis

Master's in Middle Eastern Studies — with Report

Taylor Peterson, MES Graduate Coordinator
LBJ Graduate Admissions
We encourage prospective students to read our Graduate Admissions FAQ, as many general questions are answered on our website.
For more information, please visit the Graduate Admissions section.