Centre for European Studies of Yerevan State University starts the call for applications for Regional Master’s Programme in Human Rights and Democratization in the Caucasus 2024/25.
Starting from the 2025/26 academic year there will be different admission procedures for local (citizens of the republic of Armenia) and international students.
a) Local students should apply online through admission.ysu.am. Please consult the website for details.
After choosing “Master’s programme in Human rights and Democratisation” from the list of programmes, please upload the following compulsory documents through YSU website:
- Scanned University Diploma/s and transcript/s (in case of transcript the 1st page of the transcript and grades page in Armenian are required)
- Photo (3×4, good quality)
- Scanned copy of passport (1-4 pages)
- Admission service fee receipt – 5000 AMD (payments should be made to YSU “Ardshinbank” CJSC account 2470101276000001)
- Military ID (pages 1-4, 18 -19 must be uploaded).
Additionally, all local students should send the following documents in pdf formats to info@ces.am:
- A Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages);
- Motivation Letter (max 450-600 words) either/or in English and Russian;
- Scholarship motivation letter (max. 500 words) either/or in English and Russian;
- Thesis proposal (min. 750-1000 words) on Human Rights and Democratization related topics (more detailed information concerning the for thesis proposal requirements can be found in the section “Written Sample“);
- Contact details for two nominees to provide Reference Letters (one from academia, and one from a current or former employer, if the applicant has work experience)
b) International students should apply through https://regionalmaster.net/application-form/ website.
All international students should fill out the application form on the regionalamster.net and submit necessary documents for the application package. Before applying please make sure that you have prepared all necessary documents in advance.
Application package should include the following documents:
- Scanned University Diploma/s (NB! the Department of graduate studies reserves the right to request translation of the documents into Armenian/English, about which applicants will be notified in advance);
- Scanned Academic Transcript/s (NB! the Department of graduate studies reserves the right to request translation of the documents into Armenian/English, about which applicants will be notified in advance).
- Photo (3×4, good quality)
- Scanned copy of passport;
- A Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages);
- Motivation Letter (max 450-600 words) either/or in English and Russian;
- Scholarship motivation letter (max. 500 words) either/or in English and Russian;
- Thesis proposal (min. 750-1000 words) on Human Rights and Democratization related topics (more detailed information concerning the for thesis proposal or essay topics and requirements can be found in the section “Written Sample“);
- Contact details for two nominees to provide Reference Letters (one from academia, and one from a current or former employer, if the applicant has work experience);
Upon successful submission of the application, a confirmation letter will be sent to an e-mail address indicated in the application.
Additionally, those who have taken English language proficiency tests may indicate the score and include Certificate(s)
- English Proficiency Test Score- TOEFL (IBT 90-100) or IELTS (6.5-7.0)*
*The consortium reserves the right to request evidence of English language proficiency
Please note that in case of admission, ALL international students will be required to send:
- The copy of the last graduation diploma with grades with APOSTILLE or Consular legalization. The Armenian or English or Russian translation of the copy of the graduation diploma should be certified by the notary. In case if Diploma and Transcript contain descriptions in English and/or Russian, translation is not required
- A statement from National Information Center for Academic Recognition and Mobility (ARMENIC) about recognition of foreign qualification
- Medical certificate about health status.
- Other documents upon request
To ensure that all documents are provided on time, it is suggested to start the process as soon as possible.
Admission timetable
The Enrollment shall be undertaken in 3 stages:
- Stage 1– Submission of Application and Required Documents -June 2 -27, 2025
- Stage 2 – Submission of Application and Required Documents – July 8 – August 15, 2025
- Stage 3– Evaluation of applications and interviews with shortlisted candidates – July 2-4; August 22-23, 2025*
- Stage 4– Official Invitation – by mid-July, 2024 (first round) and by August 25 (second round)
We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible.
* Please note that interviews with applicants from target counties might happen in a face-to-face format or via Zoom.
Selection criteria
The programme is committed to equality of opportunity and makes the selection of applicants without any prejudice or discrimination on the grounds of gender, marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age. The primary consideration of the selection committee is the applicant’s motivation and ability to meet the selection criteria for each spot. A selection panel will review all applications and evaluate them against the following selection criteria:
- Academic merit (Educational background, CV)
- Motivation: Interest in human rights and democratisation issues
- Experience in relevant fields.
- Commitment to the idea of voluntarism and social involvement
- Provided written paper.