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Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Politics, Economy and Society

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

This degree programme offers a joint perspective on society, politics, and economy, with the opportunity to combine it with a minor degree course. Students can specialize in fields such as Labour, economic and organisational processes; Globalisation and international relations; Policy areas and public finances; and Socio-scientific education. The program is unique as it can be combined with B.A. 'Musikwissenschaft' at the Folkwang University of Arts in Essen. Graduates frequently work in corporate management and consultancy, politics and the public sector, the educational sector, or in teaching positions at comprehensive schools and grammar schools. An internship of 6 weeks is recommended during the degree course, and studying abroad is recommended from the 4th semester for 1 semester.

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

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

Politics, Economy and Society

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Politics, Economy and Society at Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Is Politics, Economy and Society at Ruhr-Universität Bochum taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor 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 Politics, Economy and Society 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 Politics, Economy and Society at Ruhr-Universität Bochum? ▼

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 Politics, Economy and Society? ▼

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 Ruhr-Universität Bochum — 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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