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Philipps-Universität Marburg
Master German Social Sciences

Political Science MasterPolitical Science

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

In the Political Science master's program, you will acquire in-depth, specialized knowledge in political science, and the capability to independently and autonomously manage political science issues within the broad spectrum of professional fields in political science. The master's program acquires its specialized profile from an integrated, scientific perspective, that is, from connecting a variety of theoretical and methodological approaches to political science, from the linking of international and transnational political perspectives with internal structural conflicts, democracy problems and transformation perspectives of modern societies, from the inclusion of social and economic problem configurations into the political science study orientation and from the systematic integration of gender perspectives. Major topics include 'International and Transnational Politics,' 'Social Structural Conflicts and Conflict Dynamics,' as well as 'Democratic Theory, Democracy Research and Critical Governance Research' with the major topics 'Analysis and Comparison in and of Global Regions,' 'Gender Research' or 'Political Economy.'
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In the Political Science master's program, you will acquire in-depth, specialized knowledge in political science, and the capability to independently and autonomously manage political science issues within the broad spectrum of professional fields in political science. The master's program acquires its specialized profile from an integrated, scientific perspective, that is, from connecting a variety of theoretical and methodological approaches to political science, from the linking of international and transnational political perspectives with internal structural conflicts, democracy problems and transformation perspectives of modern societies, from the inclusion of social and economic problem configurations into the political science study orientation and from the systematic integration of gender perspectives. Major topics include 'International and Transnational Politics,' 'Social Structural Conflicts and Conflict Dynamics,' as well as 'Democratic Theory, Democracy Research and Critical Governance Research' with the major topics 'Analysis and Comparison in and of Global Regions,' 'Gender Research' or 'Political Economy.'

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 Political Science Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg

Is Political Science Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg 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 Political Science Master 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 Political Science Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg?

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 Political Science Master?

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 Philipps-Universität Marburg — 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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