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Universität Erfurt
Master German Social Sciences

Economics, Law and Social Sciences

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master program combines the three disciplines: Law, Social sciences (political science, sociology) and Economics. This course of study is designed to give graduates of relevant BA courses the opportunity to develop or deepen an interdisciplinary perspective on social problems. The course is characterized by a high degree of flexibility: Students can choose from a broad range of courses to set their own priorities. The aim is to enable students to carry out an independent, interdisciplinary and reflective analysis of the political, social and market-economy order of Germany, including its European and international connections. Two variants can be studied: 1) studies with disciplinary focus in Social Sciences or Economic Science, or 2) Study with two disciplinary focuses in Law and Social Sciences, Social Sciences and Economics, or Economics and Law.
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The Master program combines the three disciplines: Law, Social sciences (political science, sociology) and Economics. This course of study is designed to give graduates of relevant BA courses the opportunity to develop or deepen an interdisciplinary perspective on social problems. The course is characterized by a high degree of flexibility: Students can choose from a broad range of courses to set their own priorities. The aim is to enable students to carry out an independent, interdisciplinary and reflective analysis of the political, social and market-economy order of Germany, including its European and international connections. Two variants can be studied: 1) studies with disciplinary focus in Social Sciences or Economic Science, or 2) Study with two disciplinary focuses in Law and Social Sciences, Social Sciences and Economics, or Economics and Law.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Economics Law Social Sciences

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Economics, Law and Social Sciences at Universität Erfurt

Is Economics, Law and Social Sciences at Universität Erfurt taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Economics, Law and Social Sciences programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Economics, Law and Social Sciences at Universität Erfurt?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Economics, Law and Social Sciences?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Universität Erfurt — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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