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Universität Kassel
Master German Social Sciences

History and the Public

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The consecutive Master's degree course "History and the Public Sphere" combines in-depth study of historical contexts with an introduction to application-oriented, practical and innovative working methods in the historical sciences. In four semesters, it qualifies you for numerous professional fields at the university, in research and science management, but also for non-university history work in museums, archives, research offices and libraries, in history marketing and editing, in adult education and heritage conservation. The program is divided into two study areas: the research-oriented subject-thematic module area A dealing with essential dimensions of society/culture and corresponding levels of access to history from antiquity to immediate contemporary history, and the methodological-practical module area B teaching professional skills in the written and oral presentation and communication of historical research in various media contexts and genres. A special feature is a planned semester abroad in the second year of study.
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The consecutive Master's degree course "History and the Public Sphere" combines in-depth study of historical contexts with an introduction to application-oriented, practical and innovative working methods in the historical sciences. In four semesters, it qualifies you for numerous professional fields at the university, in research and science management, but also for non-university history work in museums, archives, research offices and libraries, in history marketing and editing, in adult education and heritage conservation. The program is divided into two study areas: the research-oriented subject-thematic module area A dealing with essential dimensions of society/culture and corresponding levels of access to history from antiquity to immediate contemporary history, and the methodological-practical module area B teaching professional skills in the written and oral presentation and communication of historical research in various media contexts and genres. A special feature is a planned semester abroad in the second year of study.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about History and the Public at Universität Kassel

Is History and the Public at Universität Kassel 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 History and the Public 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 History and the Public at Universität Kassel?

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 History and the Public?

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 Kassel — 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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