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International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy

Institute for Cultural Diplomacy
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Tuition EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Deadline Jun, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Berlin, Germany
Language English

Program Overview

The International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy at Institute for Cultural Diplomacy is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
  5. Location: Berlin, Germany

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. The History and Evolution of the Field of Cultural Diplomacy
  2. International Case Studies of Cultural Diplomacy
  3. Future Trends in International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy
  4. Nation Branding and Unilateral Cultural Diplomacy
  5. Contemporary German Foreign Policy
  6. International Organizations
  7. European Politics
  8. Models of Cultural Diplomacy
  9. Soft Power, Hard Power, and Smart Power
  10. Cultural Diplomacy in Conflict Zones
  11. Module International RelationsInternational RelationsInternational EconomicsInternational Financial MarketsModule Exam in International Relations
  12. International Relations
  13. International Economics
  14. International Financial Markets
  15. Module Exam in International Relations
  16. Module Intercultural CommunicationIntercultural CommunicationManaging Cultural DiversityLeadership
  17. Intercultural Communication
  18. Managing Cultural Diversity
  19. Leadership
  20. Module International Strategic ManagementInternational Strategic ManagementBusiness Simulation
  21. International Strategic Management
  22. Business Simulation
  23. Module Master ThesisAcademic Research and Writing
  24. Academic Research and Writing
  25. Research
  26. Development of Cultural Diplomacy Initiative
  27. Participating in and contributing to ICD’s Projects, Activities and Conferences

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Submit an online application form, which can be accessed here (see also the hyperlink on the left hand side). Following the submission of the online application, the applicant will receive an email from a representative of the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy outlining the next steps for the application.


Applicants who have successfully completed the first stage of their application will then need to pay the application fee of 70 Euros (Payment Options will be sent to you via email) and will be scheduled for an interview which will be conducted either via telephone or Skype. The interview will be scheduled within 1-2 weeks after the date of the successful submission of the application (candidates will be informed about the date and the time of the interview via email).

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Institute for Cultural Diplomacy directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Institute for Cultural Diplomacy

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Berlin, Germany

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline Jun, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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