Applicants should prefereably hold an undergraduate degree 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 marginalization, 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 behaviors such as communication, conflict, identity;
• Anthropology/Ethnology - related to ethnicity, culture and cultural diversity, human behavior, communication, identity;
• Theology - related to world religions, world views, human behavior, communication, identity.

D. Other - if you are able to logically argue why you would favor to pursue a Master in Intercultural Conflict Management, although your previous studies are not related to this field, you may apply for the program.

Your previous academic studies should ideally amount to at least 180 ECTS.

Attestation of at least 12 months of qualified work experience in a relevant field relevant of Intercultural Conflict Management after your first degree (One year of atleast 20 hours or more work experience is the minimum requirement, but only the attested experience can count for the overall ranking.) The type, scope, length, differentiation, and relevance of the work experience are included in the evaluation; either in English or German translation. 

1.  Please fill out the online Application form (Only accessible during the application period).
2. Please submit the following documents (include all documents in one single PDF document and follow the exact sequence) via E-Mail to: icm@ ash-berlin.eu :

1. A detailed letter of motivation 
English, two pages, 12 pt font size, 1.5 line spacing, stating reasons about the motivation to study, the expectations, professional and/or academic visions for the future by the applicant. The letter seeks to explore the various life experiences that have shaped your journey and how these experiences have influenced your decision to pursue this specific master's program. It's an opportunity to connect the dots between your personal history and your aspirations in a way that demonstrates your unique fit for the program.

2. Curriculum viate

Please state your experience in a month/year-format in your CV and the amount of hours per week worked (or in case of trainings the exact timeframe, e.g. if it was a two-day course or a whole month full-time) in English.

3. Certificates and academic records

Undergraduate degree and transcript of academic records (to be validated upon arrival! Do NOT include high school or secondary school certificates.) In case of multiple university degrees, please submit all your transcripts and certificates.

4. Two letters of evaluation

Recommendations from past or current employers and/or academic references (not older than one year at day of application), signed and stamped

5. Work certificates

Attestation of at least 12 months of qualified work experience in a relevant field relevant of Intercultural Conflict Management after your first degree (One year of atleast 20 hours or more work experience is the minimum requirement, but only the attested experience can count for the overall ranking.) The type, scope, length, differentiation, and relevance of the work experience are included in the evaluation; either in English or German translation. Please submit a proof for all your work experience/volunteering experience, training courses, etc. stated in the CV.

6. Reflection paper of work experience

Written reflection (1-2 pages) on relevant professional practice experience. Please note that this is different from the Letter of Motivation. You should focus on providing insights into the experiences you've gained from your work and articulate why these experiences are relevant to the master's program. 

7. English language profeciency

The English language certificates should not be older than two years and shall indicate a high score. The following official language certificates are being accepted (TOEFL =>90, IELTS Academic=>6.5, CAE=> Grade B or duolingo English test =>120). Attestation of language of conduct in English in your undergraduate degree can also be valid for the language certificate.

More information about the “Duolingo English Test” and a free practice test is provided here.

8. Proof of financial ability

Statement of financial support, scholarship letter, or bank statements that prove liquidity.

The application period for our Master's Program in Intercultural Conflict Management is from October 15, 2024, to May 15, 2025. We recommend applying early, especially for applicants who require a visa.
If you submit your documents by April 15, you’ll receive feedback on their completeness before the deadline.
Please send digital copies; we are not going to accept any hard copies!
Also, please send your documents as one single PDF file and in the exact order listed above! We urge you to read the details carefully. However, do not hesitate to contact us for any further questions via E-Mail: icm@ ash-berlin.eu or telephone +49(30)992 45 142