Admission Timeline

Admission Timeline 2024-2026

3 Oct 2023 - 29 February 2024 Applicants complete the online application form on Embark platform.

MA in Politics and Security https://osce.embark.com/apply/politicsandsecurity2024
MA in Economic Governance and Development https://osce.embark.com/apply/2024
MA in Human Right and Sustainability https://osce.embark.com/apply/hr2024

Incomplete applications are not considered!

April 2024 Written tests on specialisation and internal English test are conducted for shortlisted applicants. 

                  MA in Economic Governance and Development: Economics test (sample)

                  MA in Politics and Security (Central Asia): International Relations test (guidelines)

                  MA in Human Rights and Sustainability: sample

                  Internal English test: sample.

Tests are normally conducted at the OSCE Academy in Bishkek (for applicants residing in Kyrgyzstan) and in the capitals of Central Asian countries, for those residing in these countries. No make-up tests are conducted. The Academy doesn’t cover travel expenses of applicants coming for the tests.

May 2024 Based on the results of written tests, the OSCE Academy invites best qualified applicants for the interview. The selection committee consists of the academic management and faculty of the OSCE Academy, a representative of the OSCE Offices or other representatives of international organizations. Selection criteria is based on a variety of factors such as educational background and relevant professional experience, proven academic excellence and leadership qualities, applicants’ general motivation and future career potential, communication, interpersonal and language skills.

June 2024 Final decisions are based on the results of the tests and interviews. 

The OSCE Academy reserves the right to change the periods and deadlines of the admission process.
Only successful candidates will be contacted for tests and interviews!

The OSCE Academy accepts maximum 25-30 students per year per Programme from all Central Asian countries, Afghanistan, Mongolia and OSCE participating states. Based on the interview, the Final Admission Committee will make a final decision on whom to admit to the Programmes out of applicants, invited for the interview.

ADMISSION SCHEDULE