Master of Arts [MA] (Global Studies Programme)
Field of Study:
The main idea is to conduct research on ?Twenty-first century globalization and alternative futures?. It is conducted jointly by Humboldt-Universit?t zu Berlin, Chulalongkorn University (Bangkok), Jawaharlal Nehru University (New Delhi), the University of Pretoria and FLACSO Argentina (Buenos Aires).
The Master programme comprises two years of studies on three continents. Students learn to approach the world and globalization from various regional perspectives by engaging in research within very different academic and cultural environments. The multicultural experience of the programme is enhanced by the multicultural composition of the group of students who are from all over the world. Students begin the programme in mid-April at Humboldt-Universit?t zu Berlin. They spend the following two semesters on different continents and their final semester writing a Master thesis in Berlin.
- 1st Semester (Berlin)
- 2nd Semester (Buenos Aires)
- 2nd Semester (Pretoria)
- 3rd Semester (New Delhi)
- 3rd Semester (Bangkok)
- 4th Semester (Berlin)
Important Alert
- Application deadline for 2027 Summer Intake - Dec 1, 2026 - Feb 28, 2027
Tuition Fees
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $13452 (EUR 11400) |
| Other Fees | $839 (EUR 711.6) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2025 | NA |
| 2024 | $1888 (EUR 1600) |
| 2023 | $189 (EUR 160) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application deadline for 2027 Summer Intake | Dec 1, 2026 - Feb 28, 2027 |
Scores Required
Required Document List
Online Application: Completed application form submitted through the university portal.
Transcripts: Official or unofficial academic records from all institutions attended.
English Language Proficiency Score: Knowledge of English language at least at C1 level.
Resume: Summary of academic background, skills, and professional experience.
Copy of Passport: Identification page of a valid passport.
Statement of Purpose: Essay outlining academic interests, goals, and reasons for applying.
Letters of Reference: Recommendations from academic or professional referees.


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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kurt Hansen Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 11,800/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeNeed-Based | |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,360/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,180/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| MAWISTA Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 7,895/Yr$6,691 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeEasy-to-Apply |
















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