Florida International University
MA in Latin American and Caribbean Studies and PhD in International Relations
College description: Major and Master in Political Science 4 1 Program.Major in International Relations and Master in International Studies 4 1 Program.Master in African and African Diaspora Studies with PhD in International Relations.Master in Asian Studies with PhD in International Relations.MA in Latin American and Caribbean Studies and PhD in International Relations.MA in Latin American and Caribbean Studies and PhD in Political Science.Master of International Business and Master of Arts in International Studies.Master in Religious Studies with PhD in International Relations.The Combined Latin American and Caribbean Studies MA International Relations PhD program allows qualified graduate students to pursue graduate degrees in both areas simultaneously rather than sequentially. Students must fulfill the requirements for both programs, and up to 36 credits completed as part of the MA in LACS will be counted toward the 75 credit PhD in International Relations.Bachelor degree from an accredited institution for higher educationInternational graduate student applicants whose native language is not English and who have not obtained a degree from an English-speaking academic institution are required to submit a score for the TOEFL or IELTS.To be accepted into this program, students must submit an application to the PhD in International Relations with a sub-plan for a MA in LACS.
The Combined Latin American and Caribbean Studies MA/International Relations PhD program allows qualified graduate students to pursue graduate degrees in both areas simultaneously rather than sequentially.Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution for higher educationThe university no longer publish a GRE minimum;International graduate student applicants whose native language is not English and who have not obtained a degree from an English-speaking academic institution are required to submit a score for the TOEFL or IELTS. A total score of 90 on the internet-based TOEFL is required.To be accepted into this program, students must submit an application to the PhD in International Relations with a sub-plan for a MA in LACS. This designation will appear in the menu of programs in the graduate application. The application must be submitted by January 15 in the year in which they wish to begin their studies.A statement of research interests, including reasons for seeking the MA/ PhD, future career goals, and a summary of scholarly preparation for this program;Three letters of reference from academic sources or others able to judge academic abilities and potential; andMasters of Arts in Latin America and Caribbean Studies Degree RequirementsDuring their first two years of enrollment in the Combined Degree Program, students must complete 36 credits for an MA in Latin America and Caribbean Studies with depth or focus courses in International Relations.Students will take a minimum of 12-15 credits within the Department of Politics and International Relations with a Latin American and/or Caribbean focus.MALACS Exit Options for Combined Degree ProgramStudents should apply for graduation for the LACS MA as soon as they have completed all requirements for the degree – including the exit requirements.A minimum of 39 credits beyond the 36 credits required for the MALACS degree will be necessary to satisfy the requirements of the PhD Program in International Relations.With advisor approval, these 12 credits may include some or all of the coursework taken in satisfaction of the requirements for the MALACS degree.With advisor approval, these 9 credits may include some or all of the coursework taken in satisfaction of the requirements for the MALACS degree.Elective credits necessary to bring total credits earned beyond the MALACS degree to a minimum of 24Ph.D. students who have satisfied these requirements should consult with the Graduate Program Director about the necessary paperwork and procedures to receive the M.A. degree in the course of their Ph.D. studies.
