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Technische Universität München
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

Political Science

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

About the Program

The Bachelor's degree program in Political Science offers a comprehensive grounding in political science with the opportunity to specialize in focus areas at the interface of politics and technology. The complex interdependencies among individual policy areas and the continual erosion of traditional work spheres call for political scientists with an interdisciplinary background. Besides classical topics in Political Science, the interdependencies between politics, society, the economy, and technology, and the tasks leading-edge technology poses for policy-makers figure prominently in the curriculum. As part of their political science studies, students can attend classes offered by TUM's natural science and engineering schools.
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The Bachelor's degree program in Political Science offers a comprehensive grounding in political science with the opportunity to specialize in focus areas at the interface of politics and technology. The complex interdependencies among individual policy areas and the continual erosion of traditional work spheres call for political scientists with an interdisciplinary background. Besides classical topics in Political Science, the interdependencies between politics, society, the economy, and technology, and the tasks leading-edge technology poses for policy-makers figure prominently in the curriculum. As part of their political science studies, students can attend classes offered by TUM's natural science and engineering schools.

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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Political Science at Technische Universität München

Is Political Science at Technische Universität München taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Political Science programme cost?

2.000 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Political Science at Technische Universität München?

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 Political Science?

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 Technische Universität München — 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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