Peace and Conflict Studiespart time, full time

  • Master of Arts

    Master
    Degree

  • 4 semesters

    Standard period of study (amount)

  • Magdeburg

    Location

  • September 2024 (Germans and inhabitants)

    July 2024 (EU), July 2024 (Non-EU)

Overview and admission

Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Area of study

Political Science

Target group

German and international applicants with a relevant very good or good Bachelor's degree

Admission modus

open admission

Admission requirements

Completion of a first degree in Social Sciences and Cultural Studies worth at least 180 ECTS with a grade of “very good” or “good”. Out of the 180 ECTS, at least 30 ECTS must be completed within Social Sciences. Evidence of English language proficiency to C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages through a certificate or equivalent. Applicants whose native language is not German must demonstrate German skills to DSH 2 examination level. Evidence of experience abroad relevant to the course or profession for at least three months. Finally, the requirements for admission include a 3-page informative letter of motivation written in German or English. As a minimum, this should contain the following: Reasons for choosing the subject and place of study; Section setting out the relevant areas of specialisation; Desired career.

Lecture period
  • 08.04.2023 - 12.07.2024
  • 14.10.2024 - 31.01.2025

Application deadlines

Winter semester (2024/2025)
  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

    15.05.2024 - 15.07.2024

  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

    15.05.2024 - 15.09.2024

  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

    15.05.2024 - 15.07.2024

  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

    15.05.2024 - 15.09.2024

Languages of instruction

Main language

English

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