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DIE course for university graduates

The next German Development Institute (GDI) course for university graduates who want to work in development cooperation will begin on 1 September 2007. Applicants must be citizens of a EU country, have a university degree with good overall results (preferably in economics and social sciences), very good English language skills and a good knowledge of another foreign language. The course will run for nine months and include an 11-week stay in a developing country. Applications close on 5 April 2007.

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