Education - A Foundation for Thoughtful Diplomacy and Research
My academic journey has deeply shaped who I am today as a scholar, a diplomat, and a communicator. From my first steps in political science to earning the highest academic distinction at the University of Vienna, each stage of my education has strengthened my commitment to understanding international relations, democratic development, and Kosovo’s role in Europe.
Knowledge must be pursued not only for understanding the world but for inspiring change within it.
Faruk Ajeti
PhD summa cum laude on “Austrian Kosovo Policy 1986-1999”
PhD in Political Science - University of Vienna
I completed my doctorate (Dr. phil.) at the Institute of Political Science, University of Vienna, where I conducted in-depth research on Austrian foreign policy toward Kosovo from 1986 to 1999. This work — defended summa cum laude — explores how Austria engaged with Kosovo during a period of profound political transformation in Europe.
The PhD not only advanced my academic expertise but also helped bridge scholarly insight and practical diplomacy, informing my contributions to international discourse and reinforcing my belief that rigorous research can meaningfully shape public understanding and policy.
2012-2019
Institute of Political Science, University of Vienna
PhD summa cum laude on “Austrian Kosovo Policy 1986-1999”
Faruk Ajeti
Educational Pathway in Political Science
Each of these academic experiences contributed to my development as a researcher and thinker, allowing me to engage with complex questions around diplomacy, regional cooperation, and democratic transformation.
Master of Arts (MA) - University of Vienna
I pursued graduate studies at the Institute of Political Science in Vienna, focusing on European integration, governance, and policy analysis, equipping me with advanced theoretical and practical insights into European foreign policy.
- EU and Europeanization
- State Activity, Policy and Governance Analysis,
2008-2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - University of Prishtina
My academic journey began at the Department of Political Science, University of Prishtina, where I laid the foundation in politics, international relations, and social sciences.
- Bachelor (BA), 2002-2005
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