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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Master German + English Social Sciences

Modern Societies and Cultures

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's course "Modern Societies and Cultures" is a consecutive, research-oriented study programme based on a completed relevant Bachelor's degree. It responds to sociological diagnoses of current social challenges, focusing on how conflicts in contemporary societies are increasingly expressed in cultural terms. The program explores the concept of culture from the perspective of social self-organisation, examining culture as a normative instance, an object of conflict, and a resource. Students acquire sociological reflection knowledge and articulation skills through activating forms of teaching and learning, and through cooperation with other institutes of Justus Liebig University. The 4-semester program consists of 9 modules (6 mandatory and 3 electives) totaling 120 Credit Points.

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

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

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

Sociology Social Theory Cultural Studies Cultural Theory

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Modern Societies and Cultures at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

Is Modern Societies and Cultures at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen taught in German or English? ▼

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

How much does the Modern Societies and Cultures 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 Modern Societies and Cultures at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + 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 Modern Societies and Cultures? ▼

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 Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen — 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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