This programme is for weekend study (2 years), and the courses are conducted in English. Classes are normally scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays from 9.00 to 16.00. Participants spend time on Sundays doing group work, assignment, reading, and/or consulting with tutors. The applicants can choose either of the three study plans: Plan A (12 credit thesis) and Plan B (6 credit research), and Plan B (3 credit independent study). Both plans consist of the following components: Plan A (12 credit thesis) required courses 21 credits (= 7 courses + 1 non-credit course) elective courses 3 credits (= 1 course) thesis 12 credits total 36 credits Plan B (6 credit research) required courses 21 credits (= 7 courses + 1 non-credit course) elective courses 9 credits (= 3 courses) research 6 credits total 36 credits Plan B (3 credit independent study) required courses 21 credits (= 7 courses + 1 non-credit course) elective courses 12 credits (= 4 courses) independent study 3 credits total 36 credits