Founded in 2011 as part of the International University of Rabat (UIR) in Morocco, Sciences Po Rabat is a leading institute of political studies that offers multidisciplinary training in political science, international relations, economics, law, and the social sciences. It is distinguished by its international outlook, strong partnerships with universities around the world, and a particular focus on African, Mediterranean, and global policy issues. At the master’s level, Sciences Po Rabat focuses on issues of global security, global governance, and public service.
This new partnership will allow for both master and doctoral students from both institutions to go on academic exchange.
Science Po Rabat’s rich course offerings specialising on African geopolitics, diplomacy and security in Africa, regionalism and collective security in Africa, as well as African governance and minority rights will allow Geneva Graduate Institute students an excellent opportunity to specialise their studies.
Additionally, Rabat is home to a significant ecosystem of embassies, diplomatic missions, and international organisations active in the fields of public policy, international cooperation, development, and governance (UNDP, World Bank, African Development Bank, IOM, UNICEF, and UNESCO), as well as the ECA (North Africa Office).
The academic partnership established between Sciences Po Rabat and the Geneva Graduate Institute broadens the scope of our programmes, whilst enriching, from an educational perspective, the teaching practices and subject areas at both our institutions. This new partnership will contribute to the international integration of our teaching staff and students, whilst promoting academic and research projects characterised by a strong intercultural dimension.
Julien Durand De Sanctis, Assistant Professor of Political Science, International University of Rabat
The new partnership between Sciences Po Rabat and Geneva Graduate Institute is timely as it offers a unique opportunity to our students and faculty to engage with a renowned academic institution in Africa, home of a diverse and vibrant community. It will certainly provide multiple occasions for mutual enriching collaborations.
Delidji Eric Degila, Professor of Practice of International Relations, Geneva Graduate Institute