Please attach the following documents to your application:
- An official EPU application form iin Word or PDF format
- An updated Curriculum Vitae
- Photocopies of your BA Degree Diploma (180 ECTS Credits) or certificate equivalent degree to a BA Degree Diploma and other relevant degrees and diplomas
- A TOEFL test not older than one year (exceptions are only made for native English speakers and for persons who have studied at least two semesters in English)
- An application essay of approx. 300 words, indicating the main fields of interest in the program and how you hope to benefit from the program
- Two letters of recommendation of individuals familiar with your academic / professional work (in sealed envelopes)
- One passport size photograph
Only for applicants for the MA Program in Peacebuilding:
- A letter from the applicant’s employer confirming his/her work experience (duration at least one year) in the area of Peacebuilding.
Only for applicants for the MA Programs in Peace and Conflict Studies & European Peace and Security Studies:
Doing an internship in a related field of studies* is mandatory for students of the MA Program in Peace and Conflict Studies and the MA Program in European Peace and Security Studies. However, it can be waived if applicants have already done such an internship (duration: at least 3 months).
In that case, please include with your application documents:
- A Certificate of Internship (written by the internship supervisor)
- An Internship Report (written by the intern)
*The aim of the internship is to gain insight into possible fields of work and activity. Students shall be exposed to the working mode as well as the requirements and problems institutions working in the field of peace and development in the widest sense face. This includes, amongst others, activities on a national and international level in politics and public administration, in social organizations as well as in the intermediary sector like in political parties, foundations and non-governmental organizations, in development cooperation or in conflict management. Students shall get the possibility to apply the knowledge acquired during their studies at EPU. Moreover, they shall– within the framework of their internship – develop and enhance their competences for cooperation, communication and articulation as well as their ability of persuasion and sensitivity for professional problems.
Please note the term dates and application deadlines.
Mailing address & Fax Number:
Please mail all the required documents to the EPU Secretariat:
European Peace University (EPU) - Private University
Attn.: Ms. Anita FLASCH
Rochusplatz 1
A-7461 Stadtschlaining
Austria
Additionally to the mailing, you can also fax the application documents to the EPU Secretariat to make the process start earlier for you: +43-3355-43924-12
