The discipline of International Studies (IS) positions itself at the crossroads where the dominant cultural, economic, political and social issues that exercise an influence on the national, regional and international agenda converge. A Master's in International Studies Pune encourages students to relate theoretical concepts to specific, relevant world issues and challenges in international affairs today. The holistic nature of courses offered under the M.A. in International Studies provides students with the lens to critically examine, analyse and understand contemporary issues based on a multi-disciplinary approach.

EU Project: The European Union and Human Security Paradigm (EUHSP) module focuses on people-centered, multidisciplinary approaches to security, integrating fields like international relations, human rights, and peace studies. Rooted in the UNDP’s post-Cold War human security concept, it emphasizes individual-centric security to address global challenges such as climate change, extremism, conflicts, and human rights violations. Aligned with the European Union Global Strategy (EUGS), the module explores EU actions in areas like defense, resilience, diplomacy, and governance. Offered as part of the Master of Arts program at the Symbiosis School of International Studies (SSIS), this 80-hour module aims to explore the EU’s responses to contemporary challenges, including the ongoing relevance highlighted by the Covid-19 crisis.