Address 

University of South Bohemia in Ceske Budejovice 
Faculty of Health and Social Sciences 
J. Boreckého 1167/27 
370 11 České Budějovice 
Czech Republic 

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EMMIR students can complete a practical placement in the Czech Republic during the second semester. 

Course code: USV/ESMPP 

Placement period: from 1st June onwards 

Registration deadline: April 15th  

Internships are available in collaboration with selected organisations working on migration, inclusion, human rights, education, social work, and media. 
This is a group of organisations we collaborate with on relevant topics. Placement opportunities are subject to availability and sufficient mentoring capacity, and they are arranged on an individual basis. 

Important: Internships are not a guaranteed part of the programme and require prior consultation. If interested, please contact the EMMIR programme coordinator at the faculty well in advance. 

• IOM (International Organization for Migration) – Focuses on migration management, integration programs, and refugee support. Interns may assist with research, project coordination, and outreach activities.

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• UNICEF – Works on children's rights, education, and social protection. Interns can engage in advocacy, research, and program implementation to support vulnerable children.

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• META – Supports migrants in education and employment. Interns may assist with language support, legal counseling, and community outreach projects.

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• Consortium of Migrants Assisting NNOs in the Czech Republic – A network of organizations helping migrants integrate. Interns can work on policy analysis, communication, and direct support initiatives.

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• KOCERO – Český Krumlov – Focuses on social inclusion and support for disadvantaged groups. Interns may work on educational programs, community projects, and social services. 

• ROMEA – Advocates for Roma rights and inclusion in Czech society. Interns can help with media projects, policy research, and community outreach.

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• Transitions – Specializes in independent journalism and media development. Interns may contribute to investigative journalism, media training, and research on press freedom.

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• UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) – Provides legal protection and assistance to refugees. Interns may assist in legal aid, advocacy, and public awareness campaigns.

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• INTEGRIA – Works on employment integration for migrants. Interns can support career counseling, language training, and job placement programs.

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• Vzájemné soužití – OSTRAVA – Aims to improve coexistence between different communities, focusing on Roma inclusion. Interns may participate in social work, education, and local advocacy projects. 

EMMIR students have the opportunity to attend a specialised academic module offered in South Bohemia as part of their study mobility. 

Module title: Representant, Ethnicity and National State 

Course code: USV/ERENS 

Lecturer: PhDr. Salim Murad, Ph.D. 

Credits: 15 ECTS 

Teaching period: 1st October – 30th November 

Location: České Budějovice, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South Bohemia 

Registration deadline: 30th May  

Course description: This interdisciplinary module focuses on the dynamics of ethnicity, nationhood, and identity formation in Central and Eastern Europe. Through a combination of lectures, readings, and case studies, students explore how minority and majority identities are constructed, represented, and politicised, particularly in post-socialist contexts.. 

Note: The module is open to EMMIR students hosted in South Bohemia during the autumn term. Please contact the EMMIR programme coordinator for more information and assistance with registration.

EMMIR students also have the opportunity to write their Master’s diploma thesis under the supervision of academic staff from the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences at the University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice. 

This offers a seamless continuation of the programme path in South Bohemia, supporting students during the fourth semester, while working on their thesis research and writing  

Key Details: Supervision provided by faculty members at the University of South Bohemia, including experts leading the module in České Budějovice (e.g. PhDr. Salim Murad, PhD)  

Tailored to your individual research focus, with mentorship suited to migration, ethnicity, representation, inclusion, or related themes. 

Thesis proposals are prepared during the proposal colloquium, followed by a supervision group guiding you through completion of the Master’s thesis in the final semester  

Why choose this path? 

• Seamless academic mentoring in a familiar academic environment. 
• Access to regional expertise and networks in migration and intercultural research. 
• Join a community that has produced nationally recognised thesis awards under this supervision model 

Admission Requirements 

The programme builds upon a first degree such as a Bachelor's degree (or an equivalent qualification) in a field related to migration studies: e.g. Social sciences, History, Cultural studies, Educational sciences, Law, Economics, Development Studies and Journalism. 

The final grade of the first degree must be a minimum (or equivalent) of C+ and proven by certificates. You are expected to provide documentation of a final first degree by the deadline. 

Applicants have to document knowledge of migration studies, intercultural relations and empirical methods. Modules completed at the undergraduate level, papers, essays and examination results are considered valid documentation. Preference will also be given to qualified applicants who, in addition, have relevant professional experience. 

Language requirements: Applicants whose native language is not English or whose undergraduate instruction was not in English must demonstrate proficiency in English by the application deadline. We kindly ask you to check our website: www.emmir.org for more information about relevant tests of English language. 

Applicants whose native language is English must demonstrate proficiency in a second language relevant to migration studies by the application deadline at a level corresponding to the list above. 

Selection Process 

Following application period, EMMIR Consortium Committee Selection Board will select students based on relevance and level of academic qualification, relevance and level of research/professional experience, motivation and proficiency in second/third language. 

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