Admission requirements
We welcome applications from prospective students with a wide variety of backgrounds, all related to the field of urban management and development. Each application is considered carefully, taking the individual potential of the applicant into account. Before you start your application, please read the application procedure and admissions information carefully.
2-5 weeks short courses
Education | At least a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a field related to the chosen course. Three-year bachelors program is a minimum requirement. Evidence of this education (degree certificate) must be provided to access a course. |
Sufficient command of English
| The courses are designed for individuals who are comfortable reading, speaking, and listening to English, and who can actively participate in team projects, presentations, and classroom discussions conducted in English. While we do not require proof of English language proficiency, we expect that you are sufficiently fluent in English in order to fully understand and participate in all aspects of the program. IHS reserves the right to refuse or withdraw admission if we believe English ability does not meet these standards. |
Working experience | At least 2 years of working experience relevant to the chosen course |
3-month short courses
Education | At least a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a field related to the chosen course. |
Proof of sufficient command of English
| If English is not your mother tongue an English language test or, in some cases, other proof of English proficiency is required. We accept certificates from TOEFL or IELTS as official language tests. TOEFL – Test of English as a Foreign Language (Institutional TOEFL code: 7633) IELTS – International English Language Testing System Students who have completed their studies in English previously may not necessarily (there is no guarantee) need to provide proof of English language test completion. In such cases students can submit the following two documents (both of them) for consideration:
|
Working experience | At least 2 years of working experience relevant to the chosen course |