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 | 13 months to explore new knowledge and get career aspirationThe Master of Arts in Political Science (Central Asia) is a one-year program that offers an interdisciplinary curriculum in political science and international relations based on international standards of teaching. The program is designed for students who wish to broaden their education and gain the knowledge and skills necessary for professional or academic careers in the fields of politics, international relations, conflict prevention, and international development. Students have the opportunity to meet and to be taught by leading academics, experts, and representatives of international organizations. Because the program meets international educational standards, it attracts many of the most talented and qualified graduate students throughout Central Asia. Program Objectives - Combine rigorous theoretical and practical training through multidisciplinary full-term courses and practice-oriented short modular courses;
- Provide students with contemporary approaches and tools to work in the fields of political science, international relations, security, democratization and human rights, sustainable development, nationalism, and ethnicity - both in general and as applied in the Central Asian context;
- Expand students' professional opportunities by improving their competencies necessary for their future careers;
- Introduce students to the professional world through the internship program, use of practitioners as guest lecturers, and a network of professionals, Academy alumni, and current students;
- Familiarize students with the OSCE mission, principles, and activities within its three dimensions with a special focus on Central Asia;
- Establish a stimulating learning environment and provide close interaction between students, faculty and administration; and
- Encourage friendship and respect in a culturally, nationally, and ethnically diverse environment of the Academy.
- Combine rigorous theoretical and practical training through multidisciplinary full-term courses and practice-oriented short modular courses;
The program is approved by the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan, and it is supported by the OSCE Centre in Bishkek, interested OSCE participating and partner States, and other parties. The international partner institutions and the Board of Trustees of the OSCE Academy provide assistance in elaborating curricular details, conducting classes, organizing internships, and carrying out other activities. Application The application period starts in February and finishes in April each year. The Admissions Committee evaluates applications and conducts interviews and tests in May and June. Final admission decisions are usually made by mid-June. The program starts in mid-August. Admission Requirements - Higher education degree (BA, specialist, diploma) received in a Central Asian or foreign institution of higher education;
- Above-average grades;
- Advanced level of Russian and English;
- Strong motivation and interest in areas of the program;
- Applicants should not be older than 32 years;
- Citizenship preferably of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan. Students from other OSCE participating and partner States can be accepted for the program on a limited basis.
- Higher education degree (BA, specialist, diploma) received in a Central Asian or foreign institution of higher education;
MA Program Handbook 2009/2010
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