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Europa-Universität Viadrina
Master English Social Sciences

Conflict and Democracy

Master

Europa-Universität Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder) · Brandenburg

About the Program

Designing change: Working through conflicts to shape democratic futures Are you interested in how political and societal conflicts can be productively transformed in order to help strengthen democracies? Do you want to understand what makes liberal democracies vulnerable to authoritarian tendencies and what a resilient democracy of the future might look like? Are you curious about how international law and politics can enable effective international cooperation in the future, even in the face of rising authoritarian regimes, geopolitical challenges, and global crises? The Master’s programme Conflict and Democracy combines political and legal sciences with applied conflict research. It is designed based on the premise that conflicts within democratic societies and between democratic and authoritarian entities shape our present and future. Such conflicts are inevitable and indispensable components of pluralistic coexistence and fundamental for the practical viability and further development of democratic structures. In the Master’s programme, you will learn how to capture and analyse the political dimensions of such conflicts, understand the various societal and constitutional dimensions involved, and acquire hands-on methods for managing societal and political conflicts. Your studies will combine a scientific-analytical perspective with practical and future-oriented skills. As a graduate of the Conflict and Democracy programme, you will have demonstrated expertise in analysing and addressing political and societal conflicts at a local, national, European and international level. You will be familiar with the political and legal frameworks and governance mechanisms of democratic societies. You will be knowledgeable about scientific research methods and possess practice-oriented skills for managing conflicts within and on democracy.
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Designing change: Working through conflicts to shape democratic futures Are you interested in how political and societal conflicts can be productively transformed in order to help strengthen democracies? Do you want to understand what makes liberal democracies vulnerable to authoritarian tendencies and what a resilient democracy of the future might look like? Are you curious about how international law and politics can enable effective international cooperation in the future, even in the face of rising authoritarian regimes, geopolitical challenges, and global crises? The Master’s programme Conflict and Democracy combines political and legal sciences with applied conflict research. It is designed based on the premise that conflicts within democratic societies and between democratic and authoritarian entities shape our present and future. Such conflicts are inevitable and indispensable components of pluralistic coexistence and fundamental for the practical viability and further development of democratic structures. In the Master’s programme, you will learn how to capture and analyse the political dimensions of such conflicts, understand the various societal and constitutional dimensions involved, and acquire hands-on methods for managing societal and political conflicts. Your studies will combine a scientific-analytical perspective with practical and future-oriented skills. As a graduate of the Conflict and Democracy programme, you will have demonstrated expertise in analysing and addressing political and societal conflicts at a local, national, European and international level. You will be familiar with the political and legal frameworks and governance mechanisms of democratic societies. You will be knowledgeable about scientific research methods and possess practice-oriented skills for managing conflicts within and on democracy.

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How do I apply to Conflict and Democracy at Europa-Universität Viadrina?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Conflict and Democracy at Europa-Universität Viadrina

Is Conflict and Democracy at Europa-Universität Viadrina taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Conflict and Democracy programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Conflict and Democracy at Europa-Universität Viadrina? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Conflict and Democracy? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Europa-Universität Viadrina — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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