Diplomatische Akademie Wien – Vienna School of International Studies
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Educating global leaders since 1754, the DA has for a long time been recognised for going beyond academic disciplines, (geographical) borders and language barriers in its teaching and research. Our unique multidisciplinary approach is dedicated not only to the highest academic standards and proficiency in the major global languages but also to linking theory and practice through public lectures and debates, study trips and much more.
Experienced and diverse faculty: Learn from recognised academics and professionals as well as decision-makers in corporate business, the public sector and international organisations in an optimal student-teacher ratio.
Career services from day one: Benefit from individual career counselling sessions, career talks/lunches and career skills seminars and meet HR managers from highly renowned international organisations, NGOs and the private sector at our annual career fair.
Faculties and programmes
Academic fields/departments:
Political Science and International Relations | International Economics | International and European Law | History | Cultural Studies | Languages
Programme topics in cooperation with our partner universities:
Environmental Economics | Environmental Technology | Surveillance & Sustainable Development | Air, Water and Waste Topics | International History of Science and Technology | International Economics and Globalisation | Digitalisation in international affairs | Research design and methods | Big data | Contemporary and historical international affairs
Specials
#DLG – Diploma Programme. One-year full-time interdisciplinary programme in international and European studies in English, French and German with a special emphasis on professional skills and intensive language training.
#MAIS – Master of Advanced International Studies. Two-year full-time interdisciplinary programme in English on global and European affairs, international law, economics and history; joint programme with the University of Vienna.
#ETIA – MSc in Environmental Technology and International Affairs. Two-year full-time interdisciplinary programme in English combining international studies and environmental technology for a sustainable future; joint programme with TU Wien.
#DIA – MSc in Digital International Affairs. Two-year full-time interdisciplinary programme on the digital transformation of international affairs, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to shape the international relations of tomorrow; joint programme with the University of Innsbruck.
#PhD-IIS – PhD programme in Interdisciplinary International Studies. Four-year research-focused programme in English with full integration into the vibrant research community at the DA; joint programme with the University of Vienna.
Become part of our global alumni community of professionals in a broad variety of fields from more than 125 countries and profit from their experience, insights and support.