Overview

This Advanced International Studies programme from Diplomatische Akademie Wien - 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 opportunities:

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.

Programme Structure

Curriculum includes:

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.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

More details

Early decision: 15 January

Language

English

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102

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vienna, Austria

Disciplines

Economics International Relations International Law View 10 other Masters in International Law 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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Other requirements

General requirements

In order to be eligible for admission to the MAIS programme, candidates must
hold a university degree in any discipline (minimum 180 ECTS) and
proof an excellent command of English.
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.
Applications are assessed by the MAIS Admissions Commission. Candidates may also be required to take a written exam and/or be invited for a personal interview.

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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

Career opportunities:

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

Available Scholarships

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