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Intercultural Conflict Management – (M.A.)
Alice Salomon University of Applied Sciences Berlin
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| Application Deadline: | NonEU: February 15; EU: April 15 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 7,920 - | ||
| Location: | Berlin / Germany / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 18 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 90 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Alice Salomon University of Applied Sciences Berlin
The Alice Salomon University of Applied Sciences is proud to offer its Master of Arts in Intercultural Conflict Management (MA-ICM). The M.A. programme is a response to the challenges of conflict, cultural diversity, forced and voluntary migration, violations of human rights and human exploitation. These issues have heightened tensions and social injustices for a growing number of individuals and groups at local, national and international levels. Thus there is an urgent need for professionals who can act effectively on issues of conflict management and social justice in multicultural contexts. Instruction on the M.A. programme is informed by principles and values reflecting an inclusive and people-centred approach with a goal toward social transformation and the realisation of human rights.
How is the MA-ICM programme designed?
This international programme is taught in English and is designed to bring students together from a variety of backgrounds and cultures to facilitate cross-cultural learning experiences. Students will be provided with an inter-disciplinary overview of the challenges facing multicultural societies and societies experiencing ethnic conflict. Students will develop comprehensive intercultural skills and the capacity to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment. The programme emphasizes self-knowledge and cultural awareness and develops students' practical skills in intercultural communication, mediation and conflict resolution and the application of human rights.
Contents
The programme takes three semesters to complete. Students are encouraged to reside in Berlin at least until the end of the attendance period during the 2nd semester.
It requires a full-time commitment from students who wish to pursue towards the MA degree. Student workload includes the time spent in attending lectures, seminars, independent study, preparation for, and taking of, examinations, and may be up between 30 and 35 hrs. per week. For module students it varies depending on the module chosen between appr. 5 and 10 hrs. per week.
- Semester 1 and 2: Blended Learning
The Master of Arts in Intercultural Conflict Management programme consists of a mandatory attendance period* and an e-learning component* in the first two semesters.
- Semester 3: Supervised Self-Study
The third semester is dedicated to the research and writing of the Master's thesis. Students will be supervised by an acknowledged expert.
* Attendance Periods
During the two attendance periods formal classes are scheduled from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The attendance periods involve intensive course work, study days for independant learning and a number of workshops and after class activities.
The attendance periods are structured to enhance the integrative nature of the programme and the opportunity to develop a learning community during the course of study.
* E-learning Periods
The University's adoption of computing, media, and communications technologies enables the programme to offer its students an e-learning period using appropriate technologies in education delivery.
Modules are taught over the internet. The e-learning structure serves as a "home base" for both students and instructors, and provides students with an easily accessed platform for sharing thoughts and ideas, accessing coursework, and engaging in classroom discussions. The e-learning periods follow a normal academic schedule during each semester. Modules are not self-paced. All students proceed through the modules as a group. Students will communicate online with their instructor and each other, in some cases working in teams on group projects. The modules are designed to foster active and collaborative learning, and encourage an interactive style of problem solving that improves student understanding and retention.
Curriculum
The MA in Intercultural Conflict Management programme is based on a modular-intensive study format. The curriculum consists of 9 modules coordinated with a series of workshops, and is designed to balance theoretical studies with an emphasis on the application of practical skills.
A thesis on an approved topic within the student's area of interest is required for all students seeking a master's degree. Students are encouraged to begin thinking about a thesis proposal immediately after admission to the programme.
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
Applicants for admission to the Master programme must have:
- An undergraduate degree preferably in one of the following disciplines:
A.Social Sciences
- Social Work - related to social justice, anti-discrimination and anti-racism;
- Sociology - related to migration, inequity and marginalisation, social justice;
- Political Science - related conflict, inter-state relations, inter-ethnic relations;
- International Relations - related conflict, peace-keeping, inter-state relations;
B.Law - related to human rights, international relations, conflict;
C.Humanities and Cultural Sciences
- History - related to conflict and international relations;
- Geography - related to voluntary and forced migration, dispersion of populations;
- Philosophy - related to ethics, world views and the logic of arguing and reasoning;
- Psychology - related to human behaviours such as communication, conflict, identity;
- Anthropology/Ethnology - related to ethnicity, culture and cultural diversity, human behaviour, communication, identity;
- Theology - related to world religions, world views, human behaviour, communication, identity.
- One year of practical (including internships and/or voluntary work) or professional experience in fields related to conflict, human rights, humanitarian aid, voluntary or forced migration, social work or relief work, teaching a relevant subject.
- Referees to be contacted by the Alice-Salomon-University such as university instructors or employers willing to support the candidate's application.
- Proficiency in English and computer competence.
- Motivation and interest to study Intercultural Conflict Management.
English Language Proficiency
The language of instruction is English. All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency in the English language before being admitted to the Master programme. English language certificates should not be older than 2 years and shall indicate a high score. Any ONE of the following tests is considered to be sufficient proof:
- Cambridge Advanced Certificate (CAE) -> recommended test result "GRADE B" or better.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) -> recommended test result 90 points computer-based or better.
- International EnglishLanguage Testing System (IELTS) -> recommended test result "GRADE B, 6.5" or better.
- An academic degree from a recognised institution where English is the language of instruction.
Computer Competency
All students must have regular access to a computer and possess general competency in computer skills in preparation for the e-learning portion of the programme. Required computer skills include the ability to use word processing, e-mail, and internet research. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that they are competent in the areas outlined before they enter the programme.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 90 |
Funding details
If you are in need of financial assistance and are thinking of applying for a grant, check our list of potential grant sources in Germany. Keep in mind their application deadlines! Some deadlines are as early as September of the preceding year.
Here is a first small list that may help you:
- Look into grant or scholarship opportunities in your home country.
- If you apply for a scholarship with the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) , for example, you can request a "provisional acceptance" from the University. This letter is an aid for your grant application and is not an official acceptance or entry confirmation. Please contact the programme management. We will examine whether you would fulfil the enrolment requirements.
³ We can e-mail you an extensive list of scholarship opportunities upon request.
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