ALSS Centre for Peace and Conflict Diplomacy Research Project
Applied legal and diplomatic research project evaluating the efficacy of Swiss neutral mediation frameworks in contemporary multilateral humanitarian negotiations.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled in master's or doctoral program in international law or political science
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research brief analyzing mediation techniques and neutral negotiation in cross-border territorial disputes
- Recommendation letters
- ALSS academic supervisor endorsement
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- 11,000 CHF project seed research grant and international treaty archive access
- Application fee
- 0 CHF
- Tuition / joining costs
- Financed through Swiss private research foundations
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 31, 2026 (Winter research cycle)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Academy of Leadership Sciences Switzerland documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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