International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy - University of Siena

Admissions

Individuals studying for the MA will represent a diverse range of cultural and academic backgrounds. Candidates will include recent BA graduates as well as young professionals who combine strong academic backgrounds with significant work experience. Individuals are required to hold a BA degree (or equivalent Degree) of minimum of 3 years studies, as degrees from across the world and from any field are acceptable*. We do not consider any one element of an application exclusively. Rather, our admissions panel considers academic achievement as well as personal qualities such as strength of character, motivation and the ability and willingness to take on new academic challenges. Our aim is to attract students from a variety of backgrounds and countries that will foster a unique and diverse learning environment.

* Current undergraduate students are able to submit an application and participate in the pre-enrolment process, by submitting a confirmation of their current studies and their transcripts.

All courses are taught in English, thus an evidence of adequate competence in English is required for the applicants whose mother tongue is not English. If you have studied at least 1 semester in an English language and/or have extensive working experience in the English language, a certificate/Document which attests this fact will be sufficient as well.

Application process

To apply for the Individuals studying for the MA in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy, individuals should ensure that an online application form is submitted to the ICD (the online application can be found on the ICD\'s website).

Once applying online, the applicant will receive an e-mail, indicating the application reference code and outlining the next steps of the application.

* Please do not send the supporting documents up until you have received this e-mail

Below you will find the required official documents needed to complete the Admissions Process.

Official Undergraduate Diploma and Transcript

• A copy of your official undergraduate Diploma/Certificate and transcript should be sent to the ICD.

* Current undergraduate students are able to submit an application and participate in the pre-enrollment process, by submitting a confirmation of their current studies and their transcripts.

Passport Copy

• A scanned copy of your passport photo identification page should be sent to the ICD. Please note: the information on your passport should be clearly legible.

Personal Statement

• All applications are asked to submit a personal statement of no more than 700 words explaining their motivation for obtaining an MA Degree in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy, and what they will bring to the program.

Curriculum Vitae (Resum\xc3\xa9)

• Please send a copy of your curriculum vitae, which should be no longer than 2 pages. This should include information on your academic background (institutions attended, courses studied), your hobbies and interests, any awards or scholarships received, and your full contact details.

Letters of Recommendation(s) (optional)

• The ICD and Furtwangen University (HFU) recommend applicants submit at least one letter of recommendation from an individual who is familiar with your performance as a student and/or employee (recommendations from friends and/or family members will not be considered). It is suggested that at least one referee be a professor from the institution that awarded your undergraduate or graduate degree.

Essay

• An essay on any theme, according to your personal interest and passion, related to the field of cultural diplomacy /international Relations/ Political Science/ Global governance and related fields. The Essay should be of no less than 2 pages long and of no more than 5 pages long.

* Possible Bibliography is sent to the applicant, once applying.

All courses will be taught in English, and proficiency in English is therefore a pre-requisite for application. Test (TOEFL or similar) or a proof attests that the applicant has studied at least one semester in English is sufficient for proving the level of English.

Dates and deadlines

Applications are being processed on a regular base, as enrolment to the program is possible towards fall, winter and spring start, each year.

For additional information on the Admission Process, Dates and Deadlines, please visit our website