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Step 1 - Find your Study Program
Hertie School
Berlin
International Affairs
Subjects: International Affairs
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
To be admitted, you need to have completed an undergraduate degree, such as a bachelor's or its equivalent. If you haven't finished your degree by the time you apply, please specify the expected date of completion on the online application form. Ensure all your undergraduate coursework and exams are done by 1 September 2024 to begin your studies at the Hertie School. If you're studying subjects like Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, or Economics, make sure to plan accordingly. The Hertie School values thorough preparation and timely completion of your academic requirements. This will help you transition smoothly into programs like the Master of Public Policy or the Master of International Affairs. We understand the importance of your academic journey and are here to support you. If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. Your success is our priority, and we look forward to welcoming you to the Hertie School.
Program Information
| Study Location | Berlin |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | 8,600 EUR |
| Cost per Semester | 95 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
TOEFL | CBT 250 | iBT 100 (Writing 25) Cambridge ESOL | CPE C | CAE B IELTS | Overall = 7.0 | Writing 7.0 Duolingo English Test | 125
Qualification Requirements
You must have completed an undergraduate degree (bachelor's or equivalent) in order to be admitted. If you do not yet have your undergraduate degree at the time of application, please indicate when you will receive it on the online application form. You must complete all of your undergraduate academic course work and exams before 1 September 2024 in order to start your studies at the Hertie School.
Document Requirements
Please upload the following required supporting documents to the online application portal: Your current CV indicating your academic background, work experience and voluntary activities. Please do not include a photo on your CV. A letter of motivation explaining your specific interest in the study programme and how it relates to your professional aspirations. Your letter should be 500-900 words. Copies of official academic transcripts of all attended universities. Every transcript must include a transcript key (an explanation of the grading system). If not in English, we require a certified translation into English. Hard copies are not required until after acceptance into the programme. A copy of an English proficiency certificate (for non-native speakers). For more detailed information about which tests and minimum scores are accepted, please consult our Frequently Asked Questions section. Please note that English test results can be provided after you submit your application to the Hertie School. You must send the certificate to the admissions team per e-mail at grad-admissions[at]hertie-school[dot]org. The deadline to submit English test results is 1 June. All documents, including letters of reference, must be submitted in .pdf format.
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Admission Exam |
| Application | directly at the University |
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