Diplomatische Akademie Wien - Vienna School of International Studies

Quick facts

• founded in 1754
• number of faculty 115
• number of students 200
• international campus in the heart of Vienna
• global network
• da.link - career services

#diplomacymatters

Educating global leaders since 1754, the DA has for a long time been recognised for going beyond academic disciplines, (geographical) borders and language barriers in its teaching and research. Our unique multidisciplinary approach is dedicated not only to the highest academic standards and proficiency in the major global languages but also to linking theory and practice through public lectures and debates, study trips and much more.

Experienced and diverse faculty

Learn from recognised academics and professionals as well as decision-makers in corporate business, the public sector and international organisations in an optimal student-teacher ratio.

Career services from day one

Benefit from individual career counselling sessions, career talks/lunches and career skills seminars and meet HR managers from highly renowned international organisations, NGOs and the private sector at our annual career fair.

Global network

Become a part of our global alumni community of professionals in a broad variety of fields from more than 120 countries and profit from their experience, insights and support.

Extra-curricular activities

Join our student societies who are active in organising annual academic conferences and talks, a charity ball, sports and cultural events, excursions, publishing the “Polemics” magazine, producing regular podcasts, etc.

Vienna campus

Enjoy, study and live on our campus in the very heart of Vienna, the world’s most livable city. Find out more at www.da-vienna.ac.at/Student-Life.

Public conferences and lectures

Engage with high-ranking representatives from politics, academia as well as business leaders at our regular public events on current topics. Find out more and watch some of our recordings at https://www.youtube.com/DiplomatischeAkademieWien.

Faculties and programmes

academic fields/departments:
Political Science and International Relations | International Economics | International and European Law | History | Cultural Studies

programme topics in cooperation with our partner universities:
Environmental Economics | Environmental Technology | Surveillance & Sustainable Development | Air, Water and Waste Topics | International History of Science and Technology | International Economics and Globalisation | Digitalisation in international affairs | Research design and methods | Big data | Contemporary and historical international affairs | Languages

OUR PROGRAMMES

#DLG - Diploma Programme
One-year full-time interdisciplinary programme in international and European studies in English, French and German with a special emphasis on professional skills and intensive language training.

#MAIS - Master of Advanced International Studies 
Two-year full-time interdisciplinary programme in English on global and European affairs, international law, economics and history; joint programme with the University of Vienna.

#ETIA - Master of Science in Environmental Technology and International Affairs 
Two-year full-time interdisciplinary programme in English combining international studies and environmental technology for a sustainable future; joint programme with TU Wien.

#DIA - Master of Science in Digital International Affairs
Two-year full-time interdisciplinary programme on the digital transformation of international affairs, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to shape the international relations of tomorrow; joint programme with the University of Innsbruck.

#PhD-IIS - PhD programme in Interdisciplinary International Studies
Four-year research-focused programme in English with full integration into the vibrant research community at the DA; joint programme with the University of Vienna.

CONTACT

Diplomatische Akademie Wien – Vienna School of International Studies
1040 Vienna, Favoritenstrasse 15a
T +43 1 5057272-120 | E application@da-vienna.ac.at | www.da-vienna.ac.at

Courses and entrance examinations Applications:
Please register electronically at http://application.da-vienna.ac.at/