MPhil International Relations (MPhil IR)
Program Overview
Offered by the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities (FSSH) at our campus in Islamabad.
Program Type
Graduate Degree
System
Semester System
Program Modality
In Person
Total Credit Hours
32 Credit Hours
Program Duration
1.5 Years
Program Offerings
1 Location
Program Description
- Keeping a close view of the national and international demand, the MPhil Program in IR aims to impart quality education in the field of international relations, with emphasis on research and knowledge generation to provide insight into and assist in issues relating to international studies.
- The MPhil program will create the importance of life-long education and the need for professional development and consultancy in this field, in this age of globalization.
Eligibility Criteria
MPhil International Relations (MPhil IR)
For Pakistani Nationals
- Sixteen years of education or 4 years education after HSSC/A-Level in relevant discipline with minimum CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0 OR 50% marks.
Admissions & Fee Structure
The MPhil International Relations (MPhil IR) graduate degree program is being offered in the following location:
G-7 City Campus (Islamabad)
By Riphah Institute of Public Policy (RIPP)
| Intake | Seats | Timings | Days | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Male/Female | Evening | Fri, Sat | Open |
Fee Structure (First Semester)
| For | Admission | Registration | Card | Tuition* | Exam* | Enrollment* | Lab* | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani Nationals | PKR 6,655 | PKR 6,316 | PKR 605 | PKR 59,774** | PKR 12,610 | PKR 24,700 | - | PKR 110,660 |
* Tuition, Exam, Enrollment and Lab Fees are Charged Each Semester
** Tuition Fee For 13 Credit Hours @ PKR 4,598 Per Credit Hour
** Tuition Fee For 13 Credit Hours @ PKR 4,598 Per Credit Hour
Notes/Instructions For Pakistani Nationals
- Fees exclude taxes & levies if applicable.
- University has discretion to revise course offering or credit hours, which may result in some variation in semester fees.
- University has discretion to revise fees & dues as deemed necessary by the authorities time to time.
Important Dates To Remember
Admission Open
| Period | Starts | Ends | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application | 1st November 2025 | - | - |
Merit / Selection Criteria
- Academic Records: (30%)
- Entry Test: GRE General Test to be conducted by University at the time of Admission (50%)
- Interview: (20%)
Merit Lists
No Merit Lists Published For This Program.
Degree Awarding Criteria
- Passed courses totaling at least 32 credit hours including four core courses and two additional credit hours of “Ethics in Practice” will be mandatory for all students as per university policy.
- Obtained a CGPA of 2.5 or more.
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
Riphah International University is pleased to offer generous financial assistance to deserving & qualifying students, which ranges from partial to full coverage of tuition.