The program runs for 12 months, September to October. The academic year is divided into the Fall semester (late September – February), the Spring semester (March – mid-June) and the summer period (mid-June – late September). The taught part of the program consists of three core and three optional modules (10 ECTS each). The 15,000-20,000 word dissertation is on a subject of the student’s choice, supervised by a member of staff (15 ECTS).