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Joint European Master in International Migration and Social Cohesion
University of Deusto
School of Social Sciences and Humanities
| Application Deadline: | Erasmus Mundus Scholarships: 31 December 2009; Self-sponsored candidates: 15 April 2010 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,000 - ≈ € 9,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Bilbao / Spain / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | ||
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| Languages: | English | ||
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The Joint European Master in International Migration and Social Cohesion (MISOCO) is a two-year international Master's with the support of the Erasmus Mundus programme of the European Union which offers students the unique opportunity to study international migration in three European countries. The students are selected on the basis of their qualifications. The programme also offers Erasmus Mundus Student and Scholar Scholarships.
The programme seeks to explore the critical elements of international migration and the incorporation of immigrants in the society of destination. Its aim is to educate students in advanced theories, techniques, and methodologies in the field of Migration Studies, so they will be able to translate perceived societal problems into relevant social scientific research questions and contribute to the solution of such problems by combining insights from fundamental social theory joined with substantive theories.
This Master is unique to Europe. It provides an opportunity by bringing together those who have an interest in creating a shared outlook for Europe in terms of migration studies. All partner universities not only teach but actively research various migration-related issues, thus being able to offer students state-of-the art knowledge in respective specialization areas.
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The Erasmus Mundus Joint European Master in International Migration and Social Cohesion is offered by the UvA's Graduate School of Social Sciences, in collaboration with the University of Deusto in Bilbao (Spain), University College Dublin (Ireland) , the University of Latvia in Riga, (Latvia) and the University of Osnabruck (Germany).
Students will study in three European countries. In the first year the students attend University of Amsterdam and University of Deusto. Both universities offer consolidated expertise in theoretical and methodological approaches to migration studies.
The second year is used for specialisation at one of the other European institutes. The University College Dublin, University of Latvia or University of Osnabrück will provide students with focused teaching and research in their specialised areas under the supervision of leading experts.
The second year also offers mobility to Third-Country partners York University (Canada), Moldova State University (Moldova) and University Antonio Ruiz de Montoya (Peru). These mobility tracks carry certain admission restrictions.
Programme outline
Students are expected to obtain 30 ECTS credits in each of the four semesters of the degree, totaling 120 ECTS credits.
• Semesters one, two and three consist of taught modules.
• Semester one is based at the University of Amsterdam
• Semester two is based at the University of Deusto
• Semester three is based at the University College Dublin, University of Latvia or University of Osnabrück depending on the student's specialization with a possible mobility to one of the Third Country partners.
• Semester four is also based at the university where the student specializes and concerns the writing of the Master thesis under the supervision of three academic staff members involved in the programme. The subject of the thesis must be mutually agreed upon by the student and the academic adviser(s).
The thesis must be submitted before the end of the fourth semester.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Admission may be granted to applicants who meet the following common admission criteria:
1. Students with academic bachelor´s degree (or equivalent) in social sciences discipline closely related to the programme (sociology, social/cultural anthropology, political science, and (human) geography) are invited to apply, provided that they meet entry requirements as specified below.
2. Students with degrees in the other social sciences International Relations and International Development and/or students who have at least 60 EC in Social Sciences Methodology and Theory (as definded above) may also apply.
* All applicants are expected to have a solid basis in the field of social sciences theory of at least (an equivalent of) 30 EC earned during their previous study;
* Applicants should have sufficient knowledge of social sciences research methodology of at least (an equivalent of) 20 EC;
* Applicants should have at least earned (an equivalent of) 10 EC in a relevant sub-field of social sciences.
3. A Minimum grade average of B (ECTS system), B+/A-/3.5 (American system), Second Class Upper degree (2:1 honours) (Bristish system) or 7.5 (Dutch system).
4. Applicants who are nationals of countries other than the United States, Australia, United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland or New Zealand are required to submit an English test score that meets specific requirements:
* TOEFL: Score Computer-based test 250 pt.,Internet based test 100 pt., paper-based test 600 pt or higher
* IELTS Certificate- Score 7.0 or higher.
* Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) score A
* Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) score B.
Applicants must arrange for an official copy of the English test score to be sent directly by the testing institute to the Coordinator before the application deadline.
The TOEFL reporting number is 9678. Students will need to enter this code on their answer sheets when sitting for the examination. If asked for a department code, please indicate none, or 99 (any department not listed). When asked for a reporting number, do not use any other number than 9678. Otherwise your test score will get lost.
5. Practical experience in the area of migration in governmental, inter-governmental, and/or non-governmental organisations and institutions is valued.
6. Only complete applications are accepted for review.
Please consult the MISOCO FAQ if you have more questions on the MISOCO Admission requirements.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 7.0 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 600 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 250 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 100 |
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