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PATHS Forced Migration: Europe in a Global Context

An interdisciplinary Master's programme addressing forced migration across Germany, Poland, and Greece.

Best for:Best for students with a background in social sciences or humanities seeking a joint international Master's degree in migration studies.

European University Viadrina · Frankfurt (Oder), Germany · R1 · First-stage researcher
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This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Register by 31 July 2027
Funding
Unfunded
€4.5k
Start date
Winter semester
Full-time
Location
Frankfurt (Oder)
Germany

Overview

The PATHS Forced Migration Master's programme addresses the complex challenges of forced migration driven by geopolitical, environmental, and socio-economic factors. Jointly run by the European University Viadrina, SWPS University, and the University of the Aegean, the curriculum offers an intercultural perspective through specialized learning paths. Students in the European Border Regimes path examine border management, refugee reception, and migration policy across multiple countries. The programme requires full-time study over four semesters, incorporating coursework, empirical research, and professional internships.

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What you'll do

  • Complete a structured four-semester curriculum totaling 120 ECTS across three partner universities
  • Engage in introductory and foundational coursework on forced migration and border regimes at Viadrina
  • Develop research methods and complete a professional internship at organizations such as UNICEF or UNHCR
  • Participate in a research colloquium and prepare a Master's thesis during the final semesters
  • Collaborate in transnational mobility across Germany, Poland, and Greece

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in social sciences, humanities, or related disciplines

Degree offered: Master of Arts

Language: English; CEFR B2 level or higher (e.g. TOEFL iBT 72, IELTS Academic 5.5, Cambridge B2 First)

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Foundational knowledge in social sciences, humanities, or related migration fields
  • Ability to undertake empirical research and methodological training
  • Capacity for transnational mobility across participating partner universities
Nice to have
Prior professional or academic experience in migration or related areasFamiliarity with international organizations or border management contexts
Eligibility
  • Applicants from all countries are eligible to apply

Funding & terms

Type
Unfunded
Amount
€4.5k
Duration
4 semesters
Programme
PATHS Forced Migration

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How to apply

Deadline: 2027-07-31

Prepare a motivation cover letter, curriculum vitae, supporting achievement documents, and at least one letter of recommendation. Submit your application through the designated program application portal before the specified deadline.

Documents required
  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Supporting documents
  • Letter of recommendation
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