The Embassy of Switzerland in Georgia announces the call for applications for the University of Geneva’s Master of Advanced Studies in European and International Governance (MEIG) for the 2027–2028 academic year. The program is implemented by the University of Geneva in cooperation with the United Nations Office at Geneva, and Georgian citizens are eligible to apply.
The program aims to provide participants with knowledge of European and international governance and to develop the professional skills necessary for leadership in this field. The program lasts 10 months and consists of 11 modules, covering topics such as human rights and migration, peace and security, digital governance, international trade and development, and climate change. The academic year begins in September 2027 and ends in early July 2028.
The program is intended for graduates of bachelor’s degree programs in any discipline, as well as early- and mid-career professionals working in international relations, diplomacy, public administration, and the non-governmental sector.
Interested applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Completed and signed application form
- CV in English, including a portrait photograph
- Copy of passport or national identity card
- Copy of the most recent diploma and academic transcript, accompanied by certified translations into English or French
- Documents confirming professional experience
- Motivation letter in English (maximum 500 words)
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Cambridge English language certificate
Program fee: CHF 25,000, including a CHF 3,000 payment due before registration.
As citizens of an ODA-eligible country, Georgian applicants may apply for a limited number of scholarships. The scholarship primarily covers tuition fees. To apply for a scholarship, applicants must submit an additional application form, documents confirming their financial situation, and a scholarship motivation letter (maximum 500 words).
Application Deadlines
- First deadline: November 15, 2026
- Second deadline: December 20, 2026
- Third deadline: February 15, 2027
Scholarship application deadline: December 20, 2026.
Applications should be submitted to the following email address: [email protected]
For detailed information and application forms, please visit the official MEIG program website.
Good luck!
