Prospective Students
Entry Requirements for the IRES Master's Program
In addition to meeting the General CEU Admissions Requirements, applicants must submit a one-page statement of purpose, and a 500-word essay.
The statement of purpose should describe the applicant's previous studies and/or research undertaken. It should also include some explanation as to how this has motivated the application to IRES, as well as how the MA potentially fits into future work or studies.
The focus of the essay should demonstrate knowledge on a specific topic; for example, a particular writer's work, a theory or school of thought, or an empirical case, and demonstrate how this topic, from the perspective of International Relations or a related social science discipline, would relate to the applicant's future studies and research in the department.
Accepted applicants come from a wide variety of academic backgrounds, although preference is given to students with a degree in the social sciences (including history, political science, law and philosophy). However, others with a demonstrated interest in international affairs and public policy may also be strong candidates for admission.
Application Deadlines for the 2010/2011 Academic Year
January 25, 2010
Application deadline for applicants wishing to take CEU-administered TOEFL test or requesting exemption from the English language proficiency requirement.
March 16, 2010
Application deadline for applicants submitting application packages complete with language scores.
A complete application package contains the following documents:
1. Completed online CEU application form
2. Statement of purpose
3. Essay
4. A full curriculum vitae or resume, including a list of publications, if any,
5. Academic Records
6. Two letters of recommendation assessing the applicant's ability to conduct graduate-level work and his/her potential for a successful academic or professional career
7. Proof of English proficiency (if you do not wish to take the CEU-administered institutional TOEFL).