Call for applications for Regional Masterʹs Programme in Human Rights and Democratization in the Caucasus (EaP region) 2017/2018
Call
for applications for
Regional Masterʹs Programme in Human Rights and Democratization in the Caucasus
(EaP region: Armenia, Ukraine, Belarus and Georgia)
2017/2018
PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION:
The Regional Masterʹs Programme in Human Rights and Democratization the Caucasus
is established with the financial support of the European Union. It is a
part of the Global Campus for Master’s Programmes and Diplomas in Human rights
and democratisation around the world. The MA is implemented in cooperation with
the European Inter-University Center (Venice), and in partnership with leading
universities of Armenia, Ukraine, Belarus, and Georgia
The Regional Masterʹs Programme in Human Rights and Democratization is an
interdisciplinary programme (with legal, political and multidisciplinary
components), with duration of 1 year (60 ECTS). It is implemented by Yerevan
State University (home university), Taras Shevchenko National University of
Kyiv (host university), Belarusian State University (host university), and
Tbilisi State University (host university). The official languages of the
Programme are English and Russian.
The first term of the programme shall be run by Yerevan State University, while
Second term implies mobility: students are to choose a partner university based
on their educational background, research and/or professional interests.
Module specialization
• The Political module will be covered by Belarusian State
University.
• The Legal Module will be covered by Taras Shevchenko
National University of Kyiv
• The Interdisciplinary Module will be covered by Ivane
Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University.
Internship & Master Thesis
During the third term students shall have internship and finalize Master Thesis
completion. The Master Programme is guided by Bologna Standards, including
student assessment. For the whole course of study the programme awards 60 ECTS.
Diploma & Certificate
At the end of the Programme students will be awarded with Yerevan State
University Diploma granting Masterʹs Degree in European Studies with
specialization in Human Rights and Democratization.
Programme dates
The Programme shall start on September 2017 and finish September 2018.
ADMISSION
The
Enrollmnet shall be undertaken in
3 stages:
•
Stage 1- Submission of Application and Required
Documents
•
Stage 2- Notification of shortlisted applicants and
Interviews
•
Stage 3- Official Invitation
a. Admission Requirements
The Human Rights and Democratization programme is open to all interested
applicants who hold bachelor’s Degree or a Degree equivalent to Bachelor’s. The
applicant shall also be fluent in English and Russian, have professional and/or
research interest in human rights and democratization issues. Academic and/or
professional experience in abovementioned fields is an asset.
b. Application Package:
The Application for the programme will be submitted online. Alongside with the
Application form, prospective students are required to submit the following
documents
• Completed Application Form (online, available at:
www.regionalmaster.net )
• A full Curriculum Vita (Europass CV),
• Motivation Letters (1000-1500 characters) both in English
and Russian
• Essay (1500-2000 words) on Human Rights and Democratization
related topics (please consult the website for more detailed information concerning
the essay topics and requirements)
• Contact details for two nominees to provide Reference
Letters (one from academia, and one from a current or former employer, if the
applicant has work experience)
• Scanned University Diploma or Diplomas
• Academic Transcripts
• Additionally, those who have taken English language
proficiency tests can include their Certificates
o English Proficiency Test Score-
TOEFL
(PBT 513-547; IBT 65-80) or
IELTS (5.5-6)
c. How to apply
The applicant should:
• Fill in an the online application form, Parts A and B;
• Fill in Part C uploading CV, Motivation Letters, Essay, 2
reference letters, scanned university diploma/diplomas, university transcripts
and English Language Proficiency Test Score (Optional)
SUBMISSION PERIOD
Application submission period is
from May 11 to July 02, 2017.
We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Coordination Board will evaluate the applications based on the following
Criteria:
o Academic merit (Educational background, CV)
o Motivation: Interest in human rights and democratization
issues
o Provided written paper
o Commitment to idea of voluntarism and social involvement
o Experience in relevant fields.
SCHOLARSHIP
The programme foresees full scholarships for up to 25 students from target
countries for academic years 2017-2018. The Scholarship covers academic costs,
travel and living expenses. The priority will be given to non-resident students.
For
additional information please consult with the website: www.regionalmaster.net
or contact us:
Center for European Studies Yerevan State University
1 A. Manoogian, Yerevan 0025 Armenia
Tel.: +374-10 550810
E-mail: info@ces.am, k.gevorgyan@ces.am