International Relations/ Development Studies in Switzerland

Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies:
Located in the cosmopolitan city of Geneva, Switzerland, The Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies is a leading institution of research and higher education dedicated to the study of world affairs, with a particular emphasis on the fields of international relations and development issues. The Graduate Institute offers a range of master's degree courses and PhD programs to students from around the world.

Geneva offers significant advantages and attracts a constant flow of visitors, students, artists, companies, workers, ideas, specialty foods and capital. It offers very high quality of life, as the city is clean, safe, small enough for getting around by bike, boasts an extensive public transportation network, enjoys an easily accessible international airport and is well connected by train to most other major European cities (approximate travel time to some major cities: Milan – 4 hours, Paris – 3.5 hours, Frankfurt – 5 hours).

Geneva is home to the European headquarters of the United Nations and hosts over 20 international organisations as well as over 250 non-governmental organisations and a growing number of important multinational companies. Consequently, the city’s population is extremely diverse, uniting cultures, traditions, cuisine and languages from all parts of the world. Approximately 40% of Geneva’s inhabitants are foreigners.

Geneva is an ideal city for sport lovers. In the winter, Geneva offers some of the best skiing in the Alps as close as 45 minutes away. Alternatively, Lake Geneva – one of Europe's largest – is an inviting environment for water sports.