Introduction
The Tsinghua University – Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), Johns Hopkins University Dual Degree Master’s Program is the first dual-degree master’s program focused on global politics and economics jointly run by a Chinese and a U.S. higher education institution. As an opportunity for students to develop a sophisticated understanding of international affairs and law, the curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary breadth, a solid foundation in economics, and a rigorous understanding of key world regions. After graduation, students will be familiar with Sino-U.S. political and economic systems, gain in-depth knowledge of various parts of the world, and grasp advanced analytical techniques. They will be prepared to actively participate in global governance, while at the same time contributing significantly towards country-level development.
After fulfilling the degree requirements of both universities, students will be granted two master’s degrees, a Master of Law degree from Tsinghua University’s Law School and a Master of Arts degree from Johns Hopkins University’s SAIS.
Program Structure
Generally, students will require five semesters to complete the program, with the first two semesters spent in Beijing at Tsinghua University, and the next three semesters spent in Washington D.C. at SAIS. Students can choose to extend their studies by a single semester at either Tsinghua University or SAIS.
Courses at Tsinghua will be specifically designed to provide policy perspectives on global challenges in the fields of environment, energy, development, security, and migration.
Some topics may include:
- Global Energy and Environment Management
- Ethics of Globalization
- Global Security System Design
- Technological Innovation in Globalization
- Public Diplomacy: Global and Comparative Perspectives
- Contemporary Theories of International Politics
- Contemporary U.S.-China Relations
- Political Economy of Development
- World Politics and China
- International Migration and its Social Impacts