Peace and Security Studies
Qualification
: Master of Peace and Security StudiesFaculty
: Law; Business, Economics and Social Sciences; Humanities; Mathematics, Informatics and Natural SciencesDuration
: 4 semesters (regular duration) or 2 semesters (shortened form)Teaching language
: German/EnglishProgram start
: winter semester, Important semester datesApplication period
: 15.02. to 31.03.Admission restrictions
: yesTuition Fees
: none, but Semester contribution
Program description
Career prospects
Program structure
Lectures are conducted in English or German. Examinations
may be written in either German or English.
The
curriculum begins with an orientation unit. Afterwards, students start with the
basic modules "Fundamentals and Methods of Peace and Security
Reseach" and "Normative Issues in Peace and Security Research".
The profile modules "Security Studies" and "Interdisciplinary
Perspectives on Peace and Security" are the core modules of the master’s
programme. In the "Practice Module", students acquire practical
skills, job-specific qualifications, and knowledge about possible occupational
fields and their requirements. Students are required to do an internship at one
of the cooperating institutes involved in programme (KoFrieS). In addition, there is a field trip to visit national institutions, think tanks and civil society organizations in Berlin. In the “final module” students are required to write a Master's
thesis.
Here you
will find a Model Study Plan “Peace and Security Studies” for 4 Semesters.
The one-year curriculum is a
shortened form of the two-year programme. Here you will find a Model Study Plan
“Peace and Security Studies” for 2 Semesters.
Additional information on degree program
Information on studying at Universität Hamburg
Applying
Applying / Application procedure
Application period(s)
Applications are always possible for winter semester; the application period for the international master's programs runs from 15 February to 31 March of each year for winter semester (starting in October).
Selection criteria
Contact
General academic advising
Subject-specific advising
12. Apr 2024