Module Studies
Ethics of Intercultural Dialogue.
About the Programme
EID equips students and professionals from around the world to address pressing ethical questions in their workplaces and communities through a rigorous intercultural lens. Grounded in philosophical reflection and enriched by political theory, interreligious dialogue and (inter)cultural philosophy, the programme fosters a resilient and dynamic culture of encounter.
Over 1.5 years, participants engage deeply with today’s most urgent issues — from social media, war journalism, and medical ethics to climate crisis, human rights and democracy, political extremism, and global business ethics. The programme combines theoretical depth with practical relevance.
Participants study according to their own pace, yet within a small group of international students including people from marginalized contexts in an innovative and well accompanied online environment.
Target Groups
EID is designed for working professionals and leaders who are confronted with the challenges of globalization and are particularly interested in philosophical ethical reflection.
These are, for example, people who work in international companies, educational institutions, non-governmental organizations, churches, advocacy groups, medical fields incl. care work, social work, political institutions, or as freelance consultants.
EID is also attractive for students who seek expertise in intercultural communication. Since this programme is a collaborative effort with Jesuit Worldwide Learning, marginalized people and refugees from around are also a key target group.
What do you gain?
EID prepares you to engage constructively with people across differences. You develop ethically sound strategies in a globalized world. You gain critical thinking skills based on philosophical reasoning. EID enables you to maneuver through ethical dilemma situations in diverse environments. It helps to build sustainable institutions and corporate cultures that attract and inspire international talent. You learn about yourself and gain knowledge about intercultural dialogue by practicing it throughout the programme.
Key Facts
| Study Programme | Module Studies Ethics of Intercultural Dialogue |
| Degree | Certificate
Module Studies of the Master’s degree programme in Ethics; a subsequent transfer to the German-taught Master’s in Ethics is possible |
| Standard Study Period | 3 semester in part-time (can be shortened to 2 semesters) |
| Study Form | Continuing Education Programme |
| Start | Fall semester |
| Language | English |
| Implementation of the Programme | Online |
| ECTS | 36 |
| Costs |
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| Scholarships | See below! |
| Accreditation | The Master’s degree programme in Ethics is audited and accredited by the independent agency ACQUIN |
Scholarships
Unlock Your Future: Four Scholarships Covering Full Tuition! (Call 2026)
In collaboration with the Attenkofer Foundation, HFPH is offering four full scholarships for the certificate programme Ethics of Intercultural Dialogue. These scholarships cover the entire tuition fees, but please note that you will still be responsible for paying the administrative and semester fees per semester. International students will be given preference in the selection process.
To apply, submit your application for the programme through the portal. Then, for the scholarship application, send your complete application documents, including a motivation letter and your CV, to by July 15, 2026.
Be sure to mention in your email that you are applying for one of the full scholarships.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Requirements and Application Process
| Formal Requirements |
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| Application | For JWL Organization Applicants:
The deadline for submitting your application is June 15, 2026. Please follow any specific submission guidelines provided by your organization in addition to our standard application process.
For All Other Applicants: The second application round closes on July 15, 2026. Please submit your application through the portal (see link below). If there are still spots available after this deadline, applications will remain open on a rolling basis. We recommend applying early, as places are limited. |
Virtual Q&A Session – We’ll Answer Your Questions!
Are you interested in studying at our university and would like to learn more about our study programme Ethics of Intercultural Dialogue? Then we cordially invite you to join our open virtual Q&A session! In an informal setting, we will introduce our programme and answer all your questions – whether they are about the content, application process, or admission requirements. Take the opportunity to engage directly with our team and the faculty members to gain comprehensive information!
Join our next Q&A Sessions on June 8th at 18:00 CEST!
Prior registration is required to participate in this virtual event via email to .
The access details and the link to join the event via Microsoft Teams will be sent to you by email in advance of the event.
We are looking forward to your participation.
„As experienced pediatrician, I am enthusiastically pursuing the M.A. ‚Ethics‘. Seeing the intercultural dimension in medical ethics opened a new window of ethical perspectives for me. Intercultural dialogue fosters the tension between being curious about otherness and critically reflecting on oneself. Thus, EID will be a huge inspiration with global reach, its innovative approach will make a difference for urgent ethical challenges!“
Are you interested? We will be happy to advise you!
Fabienne Michalak
Referentin für Weiterbildung
© HFPH/ A. Futter
Prof. Dr. Barbara Schellhammer
Professorin für Intercultural Social Transformation | Leiterin des Zentrums für Globale Fragen (ZGF)
