Overview

Over the course of their Diploma Programme at Diplomatische Akademie Wien - Vienna School of International Studies year, students acquire the academic, practical and language skills necessary for a successful career in the international arena.

Located in the heart of Vienna, at the centre of history, tradition, politics, culture and diplomacy, the DA is an ideal place to study and analyse European and international developments from many different angles.

Skills Trips

A joint study trip with fellow first-year MAIS and ETIA students to Brussels offers the opportunity to examine European institutions at first hand. Additional study trips (for example to Ukraine/Poland) are offered to all programmes as well.

Programme Structure

The course covers

Political science and international relations
Structure and functioning of international organisations and the European Union
Economics and international economic relations
International law, institutional and material European law
Contemporary political history with emphasis on the states of Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

More details

15 January (entrance exam abroad) or 1 March (entrance exam at the DA or online)

Language

English, Partially taught in French, Partially taught in German

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102

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vienna, Austria

Disciplines

Economics International Relations International Law View 16 other Masters in Economics in Austria

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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102

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission to the Diploma Programme is based on a competitive entrance examination to be taken at the Vienna School of International Studies or at an Austrian representation abroad.

Candidates who wish to take the entrance examination have to fulfil the following requirements:

a degree of at least 180 ECTS from an accredited institution of higher education (university, college)
excellent command of English (B2-C1).

Competence in English for non-native speakers of the language must be evidenced as follows:

A degree in English language/English translation studies
A bachelor's degree completed at an English-speaking university

An application for a waiver must be submitted for the two categories above. The DA will then make a final decision.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16400 EUR / year

≈ 16400 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

16400 EUR / year

≈ 16400 EUR / year

Living costs

Vienna

Austria

861 - 1331 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Vienna

Funding

Scholarships Information

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