Conflict and Democraсу
(Starting: Winter Semester)
- Starting
- Winter Semester
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction (fully available in English – German skills recommended for access to a broader course selection)
- Study Mode:
- Part-time (optional) ・ On campus
- Registration Fee & Tuition Information:
- All students are required to pay a semester fee of €396.10 (€402.10 in the first semеstеr).
Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program
Course Description
How can political and societal conflicts strengthen democracies rather than tear them apart? The M.A. Conflict and Democracy at European University Viadrina answers this urgent question by combining political science, law, and applied conflict research into a uniquely integrated curriculum. You will analyze the political and constitutional dimensions of contemporary conflicts—from populism to international crises—while building practical competencies in mediation, negotiation, and dialogue design. Taught fully in English at the dynamic crossroads between Western and Eastern Europe, this master prepares you to shape democratic futures with analytical depth and impact.
Despite some claims to the contrary, uni-assist e.V. and Viadrina do not cooperate with commercial agencies inside or outside Germany to mediate applicant placement at German universities.
This program suits graduates holding a first university degree of at least 180 ECTS, including a minimum of 30 ECTS in social sciences, political sciences, or law. You should be passionate about democratic theory, international relations, and constructive conflict transformation. Analytical skills and interest in policy, mediation, diplomacy, or research are essential. English proficiency at B2 level is required.
The curriculum opens with a foundational module in political science, law, and conflict studies, followed by three specialization tracks: Politics of International Conflict and Democracy, Politics of Domestic Conflict and Democracy, and Legal Regulation of Conflict. A practice module trains conflict analysis, negotiation, mediation, and dialogue design. Two electives let you deepen expertise, explore regional studies, or build language skills, ending with a master's thesis and colloquium.
This Master of Arts program spans four semesters. Classes take place on campus in Frankfurt (Oder), with English as the main language of instruction and selected modules also available in German. Studies begin each winter semester and admission is unrestricted.
Graduates emerge equipped to analyze, mediate, and shape political and societal conflicts across organizations operating at local, national, European, and international levels.
- Diplomacy and international cooperation within governmental institutions and international organizations
- Conflict mediation, conflict management, and municipal conflict counseling roles
- Political consulting, organizational consulting, and strategic communications
- Civic and extracurricular education at foundations, NGOs, and cultural initiatives
- Politics and administration at local, regional, national, and EU levels
- (Social) media, publishing, communications, and public relations
- Academia and science communication in social science research institutions
Special Program Features
Hands-on conflict practice module
A dedicated practice module trains you in conflict analysis, communication, negotiation, mediation, dialogue design, and dilemma management for direct real-world application.
Build your own academic profile
Specialize in the core modules or pick two of four interdisciplinary electives to design a profile uniquely tailored to your goals: Central and East European Studies, Cultural History, Gender and Queer Studies, and Philosophy and Arts in Times of Crises.
Career-building elective slot
Through the Language and Practice elective, you can earn credit by completing an internship, attending practical skills courses, or obtaining additional professional certificates.
Accreditations
System Accreditation
System Accreditation
System accreditation is the internal quality assurance system of a state or state-recognized higher education institution in Germany. With system accreditation, a higher education institution receives the right to award the seal of the Accreditation Council for its self-assessed study programs.
Webinars with MyGermanUniversity
Upcoming webinars
25 January 2027, 04:00 PM (Europe/Berlin)
European University Viadrina
M.A. Conflict and Democraсу Requirements
Qualification Requirements
The application requirements for the study program in "Conflict and Democraсу" are:
comprising at least 180 ECTS
including relevant achievements worth at least 30 ECTS credits in social sciences, political sciences οr law
English Language Proficienсу → Language Requirementsat least B2 (CΕFR)
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
EnglishSpecification: min 4.5 under the new TOEFL scoring scale introduced in January 2026
Specification: min 176 points
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
German Students 
Other EU Students 
Non-EU Students Non-EU Students| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Julyin > 8 months |
| Application mode | Uni-assist |
| Application fee | uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester). |
German Students
| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Septemberin > 10 months |
| Application mode | Directly at university |
Other EU Students
| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Julyin > 8 months |
| Application mode | Uni-assist |
| Application fee | uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester). |
Application Procedure & Selection
Application Documents
Applies only to applicants whose native language is not English and who have not earned their degree from an institution where English is the language of instructiοn.
Location
Further Information
Your Personal Contact
Laura Bannan-Fischer
Coordination and student advisory service
Contact Details:
+49 (0) 335 5534-5303
master-code@europa-uni.de
For more information please check the
Course Website