Selection procedure

The final selection of candidates is realised by the Academic Board and is based on the academic and intellectual excellence of candidates, motivation, prior experience and professional objectives.

A good academic performance in their undergraduate studies as well as a relevance of the applicants' background to the goals of the course is required. The required background knowledge of candidates is assessed by the Academic Board based on the analytic academic record and the professional and academic experience submitted by the candidates' with their application.

Potential students for the entire postgraduate course may be required to have a face to face or an online interview with members of the teaching staff of the programme. Interviews will be organized at an appointed time after the application deadline (students are required to obtain a Skype account).

The following criteria will be taken into consideration for the final selection:

• The academic and intellectual excellence of candidates
• The rank of the student compared to other students of his/her class
• The motivation and professional goals of the candidates
• The research and professional experience
• The letters of recommendation
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in English

See also: General requirements, Language requirements