Welcome to the Department of International Relations and Political Science at Franklin University Switzerland.
Our department provides an interdisciplinary approach to the study of International Relations and Political Science. We seek to combine research and teaching in a Humboldtian fashion to give our students a skill set to assess the complexities of global relations independently, analytically and critically. As such, our programs are rigorous and demanding, and enable students to manage complex projects and independent research by the end of their studies. Actively preparing students for their upcoming academic or professional path lies at the heart of our mission. We take pride in the advising and support we provide for our students and alumni.
Our teaching and research build upon theoretical, quantitative and qualitative analyses to assess contemporary political issues. We draw on sociology, history and economics, and encourage our students to use diverse tools originating in those disciplines.
The interdisciplinary study of politics is becoming increasingly important in a complex, globalized and interdependent world. Our programs also look at the role of stakeholders in real world processes. The abundance of influential IOs, INGOs and multinational corporations in Switzerland provides us with a wonderful location to gain practical experience.