Labour Policies and Globalisation
(Master)

www.uni-kassel.de
DegreesMaster
Programme duration2 semesters
Beginning of programmeWinter semester (September); application deadline: February 28
Study focus
  • Values and goals if sustainable development in the context of globalisation
  • Global Governance
  • Economics and rights for development and employment
  • Social policies and public services
  • Industrial relations and collective bargaining
  • Organising and managing a union
  • Trade union policies, social justice and decent work
LanguagesEnglish
Special features
  • Places for the programme will be awarded to individual applicants on the basis of a transparent selection process undertaken by the Universities in cooperation with the ILO and the trade union movement.
  • Scholarships are available, the scholarship covers tuition fees, a monthly allowance of 630 Euros per month and the travel costs. As the number of scholarships is limited you are kindly adviced also to explore alternative possibilities for funding.
  • An additional contribution of 1500 EURO for the year is required, to be paid by the student, a supporting trade union or another institution. The potential co-sponsor should be indicated on the application form.
Admission requirements
  • application should be supported by a trade union
  • Successful completion of at least eight terms of study.
  • Very good grades in political science or other relevant subjects
  • A competent working knowledge in English – sufficient for academic study and writing (TOEFL 550).
  • Motivation and professional orientation.
  • The application letter has to be submitted in English and all relevant documents must be enclosed.
For further information contactUniversität Kassel - Department of Social Sciences
Christof Dieterle
Nora-Platiel-Strasse 1
34127 Kassel
49 (0)561-804 3113
49 (0)561-804 3464
ma-lpg@uni-kassel.de
http://www.global-labour-university.org/4.html
Special noteThis program is offered in cooperation with the Berlin School of Economics where part of the programme will take place.

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