
Overview
The Advanced International Studies programme at The Diplomatic Academy of Vienna - Vienna School of International Studies is aimed at university and college graduates of all disciplines and all nationalities who wish to attain profound knowledge of international relations through a multidisciplinary master’s programme.
Career
MAIS graduates are equipped with best-in-practice scientific research skills and language competencies that benefit them while commencing their professional careers within international organisations, business and government. Along with commercial and governmental job prospects, graduates are also fully equipped to embark on further research and academic careers.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
- During their first year at the DA, students attend classes in the fields of political science, international relations, economics and international economic relations, contemporary history as well as international and European law. The students' interests, preferences and prior knowledge are taken into account in individual student counselling sessions. The knowledge previously acquired in undergraduate programmes is complemented and supplemented and the necessary basis for the analysis of specific topic areas during the second year is created.
- In the second MAIS year students apply the knowledge acquired during the first year in specialised courses and seminars to analyse problems and solve case studies. Methodological and interdisciplinary seminars, presented by experienced professionals from politics and science, prepare students for writing their Master’s thesis.
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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- Early decision: 15 January
- Regular decision: 1 March
Language
Credits
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Disciplines
Economics International Relations International Law View 23 other Masters in Economics in AustriaExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- The MAIS Admissions Commission reviews all applications and may, in some cases, invite candidates for an interview. Only applications completed in full are taken into consideration.
- Curriculum vitae
- Motivation letter (DLG, MAIS and ETIA) or Research Prospectus (PhD)
- The prospectus represents the starting point for the development of the final research proposal. It would be advisable to include a legal component in the research project since the main cooperation partner is the International Legal Studies PhD programme of the University of Vienna.
- Passport (personal details page) or National ID Card
- Academic degree(s) and Transcript(s)
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
14300 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14300 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
14300 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14300 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Vienna
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
DA Scholarships
Financial assistance in the form of student loans and scholarships is available to specific target groups, depending on the number of sponsorships received. Additionally, there is a limited number of partial tuition waivers granted by the DA to students of all nationalities based solely on academic performance.
Herbert Cordt - Scholarship for Excellence
This Scholarship supports talented young women who come from Eastern or South-Eastern Europe and are admitted to the Vienna School of International Studies for a graduate programme in international studies.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.