Multidisciplinary training

Multidisciplinary masters programs in International Studies 

The Graduate School of International Studies offers courses in three disciplines: law, economics and management, and political science. Multidisciplinary programs require a certain degree of intellectual flexibility, a valuable attribute in the workplace. Depending on your area of specialization, you can also choose courses in geography, agriculture, or sociology.

Specialized courses are given by our partner faculties, mainly in social sciences, law, and administration, while ESEI is responsible for creating and giving interdisciplinary seminars. During these seminars, you can explore cross-cutting issues in Asian affairs, global health governance, international security, and other areas

Finally, at the end of your master's degree, you will produce a research paper or thesis drawing on two disciplines of your choice.

Multidisciplinary doctorate in International Studies

Our doctoral program, the only one of its kind in Canada, allows young researchers to delve deeply into a topic from the perspective of two disciplines of their choice under the guidance of a supervisor and a co-supervisor. The doctoral candidate’s coursework and dissertation are closely related to the chosen fields.

Research groups affiliated with ESEI actively recruit new members to work with them and develop multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research skills. Feel free to ask about our research groups.

Short Graduate Program in Diplomatic and Strategic Affairs

This master’s short program consists of three multidisciplinary courses given in intensive summer, fall, or winter school format. The intensive winter school course on the practice of international relations is required, and the other two courses are electives.

Multidisciplinary summer, fall, and winter schools

ESEI organizes one-week intensive programs on international issues. Themes are approached from multiple angles by speakers, academics, and practitioners from different disciplines and backgrounds. Programs address issues such as international security, natural resources, food security, and European integration. 

Multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research

Most of our researchers come from 6 partner faculties at Université Laval, including the faculties of Law, Business Administration, and Social Sciences. Together, they make up a dozen research groups who organize scholarly activities. The French-language journal Études internationales publishes research on international relations in the broad sense, including international development and trade.

Multidisciplinary academic events

ESEI academic events, seminars, panels, and lectures welcome international guest speakers from a wide range of disciplines. to share their analyses of topical issues, such as major trade agreements, regional tensions, environmental issues, and the challenges of international humanitarian law.

Interdisciplinary student projects

As a student at ESEI, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of extracurricular activities, most of which are for credit, including simulations of international organizations, management of the student journal, the International Criminal and Humanitarian Law Clinic, and trade missions. These projects give you the opportunity to put your knowledge to work and acquire professional experience that supplements your coursework and internship.