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Zeppelin Universität
Master German + English Social Sciences

Politics, Administration and International Relations

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Politics, Administration & International Relations (PAIR) master's program focuses on the fundamental changes in politics and administration. It addresses the new role of the state after the global financial crisis, digitalization, efficiency in the public sector, transparency, civic participation, global interrelations, and European integration. The program provides advanced theoretical and practical skills in politics and administrative sciences with a strong international and comparative orientation. Students learn to investigate socially relevant problems and address them using innovative scientific methods. The program offers three tracks: International Relations & Global Politics, Political Behavior & Institutions, and Public Management, Policy & E-Government.

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

Politics, Administration & International Relations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Politics, Administration and International Relations at Zeppelin Universität

Is Politics, Administration and International Relations at Zeppelin Universität 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 Politics, Administration and International Relations programme cost? ▼

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

What are the admission requirements for Politics, Administration and International Relations at Zeppelin Universität? ▼

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 Politics, Administration and International Relations? ▼

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 Zeppelin Universität — 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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