FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

• Bachelor of Arts in International Relations [BAIR]
• Master in International Relations [MIR]
• [DUAL] Master of Arts in International Relations [MAIR]
• Executive Master in International Relations [EMIR]
• Short Term Certificate Course in International Relations [STCC]
• Doctor in International Relations [DIR]
• Summer School
• Short Courses

• BAIR: 3 years (2 semesters per school year)
• MIR: 1 – 1.5 year 
• MAIR: 1.5 years (3 semesters)
• DIR: 3 years
• STCC: 4 months
• Summer School: 1 week
• Short Course: please see the different programmes

• School address: Geneva School of Diplomacy and International Relations, Château de Penthes, Chemin de l’Impératrice 18, 1292 Pregny, Geneva, Switzerland. 
• Administrative building address: 24 Route de Pregny, 1292 Pregny.
• A few minute walk from the UN Office of Geneva or take the Bus 20 and stop at Penthes/Pregny Village.

• No. We value providing our students practical experience in the most diplomatic neighborhood on the planet, Geneva.

• The Geneva School of Diplomacy has an excellent and growing reputation for the high level of its academic staff – including ambassadors, former heads-of-state and Nobel Peace Prize nominees/winners. They instruct, research, and publish in both classic and cutting edge areas in the field of International Relations. The vast majority of the faculty members have terminal degrees within their field of expertise apart from themselves being active practitioners.

• In the Geneva School of Diplomacy, we strongly believe in providing our students the opportunity to personally interact with our faculty and co-students at a high level and develop long lasting and sometimes life-changing relationships. Therefore, as a policy we keep the class-sizes between 10-15 students.

• All our programmes are taught in English.

• No, but we may assist our students to find a language course with our partners.

• Study in the heart of the most diplomatic neighbourhood in the world
• Learn from distinguished faculty in small and interactive classes
• Launch a successful career with our mandatory Internship programme & high level networking possibilities
• Theory & praxis-oriented curriculum

• Yes, for MIR programme for students residing in Switzerland.
• Yes, for EMIR programme, a duration of 1.5 to 5 years.

• Yes. We do offer career services. 

In GSD, we employ a more personal approach. Our career services officer will help you define your career aspirations and work along with you to map the most definite path to attain your career objectives. We frequently advertise internship opportunities to our students. We have a remarkable placement record. Our graduates have gone on to do great things. 

Please visit our Alumni page to learn more about their achievements.

• Press the APPLY button at the very top and follow the procedure

• In programm page check the Requirements tab for more information

• Yes, you will be contacted by our admissions office once your application is received.

• At least 2 months prior to the induction day of each semester for EU citizens and 4 months for non-EU citizens.

• September or February of each year

• No. But for BAIR and MIR applicants, you may apply for a fellowship. For more information check Tuition fee tab in programm page.

• Please refer to the Tuition fee tab for the desired programm

• Yes, our Academic Office will determine how many credits are accepted from your previous studies.
• Please proceed and apply as a regular student and submit your official grade transcript for assessment.

• We only accept exchange students from our partner universities.
• We do not have Erasmus programme.

• You may arrange for a visit or request for a Skype call

• The admissions office will assist you with your visa application process. Please get in touch with them.

• No, but we may assist you to find one.

• Depending on your choice of accommodation, it can be from 450.-chf and above per month. Although, it is very hard to get one at this price.
• The most affordable type is the student dormitories (foyers), you may consider sharing an apartment with another GSD student or renting an apartment on your own.
• For assistance, please contact us at: accommodations@genevadiplomacy.ch

• It can be starting from 1,500.-chf per month. Although, the Canton of Geneva suggests a budget of 2,500.-chf per month per person.

• No. If you want to live in another Canton of Switzerland, you must apply for a residence permit in that Canton. 
• If you choose to live in France, you have to apply for a French residence permit and apply for a G Permit  to come study and work (intern) in Geneva.