Call for Applications - Master of Arts in Human Rights and Conflict Management

Master of Arts in "Human Rights and Conflict Management"
Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna
E-mail: humanrights@sssup.it
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*Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna (Pisa, Italy). Call for Applications for the
XII Edition of the Master of Arts in Human Rights and Conflict Management
(a.y. 2013-2014).*

Applications shall be submitted online at
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Applications for admission by EU citizens shall be sent no later than 17th
October 2013.

The selection process of Non-EU citizens will instead be held in two
rounds.
The application deadline for the first round of selection of non-EU
candidates was set on 2nd July 2013, while the application deadline for the
second round is set on 17th September 2013.

We encourage applicants to apply in the first round, as space in the class
may be limited by the second round. In addition, applying in the first
round leaves more time for visa procedures.

Description:
The Master of Arts in Human Rights and Conflict Management is designed to
provide students from different cultures and backgrounds with a deep
understanding of the linkages between human rights and conflict management
theory and practice. The curriculum, strongly field oriented, prepares
participants for working with NGOs, governments, aid agencies, the UN
system and regional organisations, also operating in the context of complex
emergencies and joint operations.

Structure:
The Programme is divided into two didactic modules, running between mid
January and the end of July 2014, followed by an internship or field
experience of min. 3 and max. 6 months, starting from August 2014, and a
presentation of the students' final dissertation in spring 2015.

Key features:
* 1 year post-graduate professionalizing and field-oriented programme
* Interdisciplinary nature of the programme with a methodology
characterized by a combination of theory and practice
* Lecturers and trainers chosen among high level academics, diplomats,
international organizations officers and NGOs activists, thus offering a
wealth of both academic and field expertise
* Mandatory internship/field experience in leading organisations working in
the areas of human rights protection/promotion, conflict
prevention/resolution, humanitarian assistance or development, either in
the field or at Headquarters
* Career service with specific sessions on career coaching and recruiting
session with UNV
* International and multicultural student environment

Why should I apply?

You should apply if you are looking for a professionalizing and
mission/field-oriented international master programme, as offered by the
Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, an example of academic excellence in training
and research. If your training needs include practical skills, besides
relevant theoretical knowledge, as well as internship/field-experience with
prestigious international organizations, this training programme is highly
relevant for you.

Curriculum:
The curriculum is strongly multidisciplinary and field oriented and
includes courses in: International Law, International Humanitarian Law,
International Human Rights Law, Geopolitics, HRs philosophical dimension,
Economic Development, Theories and Techniques of Conflict Management,
International PK and PB operations, International HR Field operations,
International Election Observation missions, International Humanitarian
operations, International Project Development, Personal security, Stress
Management, Preventive Medicine & First Aid, Essentials of Research and
Writing, Career coaching.

Internship:
The internship is meant to supplement the in-class training with a relevant
hand-on experience, to be carried out with a renowned organization working
in the areas of human rights protection/promotion, conflict
prevention/resolution, humanitarian assistance or development, either in
the field or at headquarters.

Tuition fee:
The tuition fee for the full Programme is 7.250,00 euros, payable in two
installments. It covers the following: attendance costs and participation
to field trips, didactic material (in electronic format), tutorship, lunch
(on class and exam days), access to all facilities of the Scuola (including
library and computer rooms). It does not include accommodation costs in
Pisa and during the internship, nor travel expenses.

The Master Programme offers one scholarship in memory of Gualtiero Fulcheri
- former UN Assistant Secretary General - covering the full tuition fee and
to be awarded to the most deserving applicant. Depending on financial
availability, reduced tuition fee might be offered to citizens from
non-OECD countries who are eligible for a study visa for Italy .

Contact us

For further details, please visit
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or
contact:

Master of Arts in "Human Rights and Conflict Management"
Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna
Via Cardinale Maffi, 27 56126 Pisa - ITALY
E-mail: humanrights@sssup.it
Tel. +39 050 882653/55
Fax +39 050 882665