MAS European and International Governance scholarships

MAS European and International Governance scholarships (University of Geneva)

University of Geneva

Scholarship overview

The Master of Advanced Studies in European and International Governance (MEIG) is offered by the University of Geneva with the United Nations Office at Geneva. The Ghana Scholarships Secretariat shared the 2026-2027 call as a sponsorship opportunity.

The programme lasts 10 months for the full degree and teaches the political, economic, social and legal sides of European and international governance. It offers networking in Geneva and Brussels.

It targets students from many backgrounds, such as international relations, political science, law and economics. Places are limited and admission is competitive.

How recipients are selected

The Executive Committee reviews applications and may ask for more information.
An interview or written test may be added.

Award Information

Hold or expect to receive by summer before the start a Bachelor or Master degree in international relations, economics, political science or law from a recognised university.
Graduates of other fields may be considered case by case, with an explanation of their interest.
No minimum grade point average, but admission is highly competitive.
Be fluent in English: TOEFL internet 90, IELTS 6.5, or Cambridge C1/C2 equivalents; not needed if English is your mother tongue or your earlier study was in English.
Professional experience is not required but is an asset.

Applicants may be eligible for scholarships to cover tuition fees and living expenses.
Completion earns a Master of Advanced Studies degree in 10 months.
The programme encourages students to also explore other funding such as foundations, government or NGO scholarships, loans or employer support.

For the 2026-2027 intake (starting September 2026) the deadlines were 15 November 2025, 20 December 2025 and 15 February 2026. This cycle has passed.

How to apply

Download the application form from meig.ch/admissions/application.
Collect all required documents.
Email the complete application file to [email protected].
Apply by one of the deadlines.

Documents you may need

Completed and signed application form
Motivation letter in English (max 500 words)
Up-to-date CV in English with a headshot
Copy of passport or ID
Degrees and diplomas, with certified translation if not in English, French, German, Italian or Spanish
Official university transcripts
TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge scores (printed and re-scanned, not the protected original PDF)
Evidence of past and present professional positions