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Freie Universität Berlin
Master English Social Sciences

Master of Arts: Sociology – European Societies

Application Requirements

The programme is aimed at graduates of sociology and other social sciences. Programme admission requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with at least 60 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) in sociology, of which 20 ECTS must be in sociological methods, 10 ECTS of which must be in quantitative methods. Please find more information on the eligibility requirements and the application procedure on the following website: https://www.polsoz.fu-berlin.de/en/soziologie/studium/master/admissions/index.html .

Language Requirements

If you are not a native English speaker, or if the language of instruction at your previous university was not English, we ask you to provide evidence of strong English language competence. Your level of competence should be equivalent to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Information on acceptable certificates can be found here: Foreign language admission requirements for a Master's degree programme • Education • Freie Universität Berlin (fu-berlin.de) . The acceptance of other forms of evidence for English language competency is at the committee's discretion. To that effect, the amount, level, and evaluation (grades) of your English course or test must be identifiable for an adequate assessment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Master of Arts: Sociology – European Societies at Freie Universität Berlin

Is Master of Arts: Sociology – European Societies at Freie Universität Berlin taught in German or English? ▼

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

How much does the Master of Arts: Sociology – European Societies 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 Master of Arts: Sociology – European Societies at Freie Universität Berlin? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), 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 Master of Arts: Sociology – European Societies? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Freie Universität Berlin — 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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