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Technische Universität Darmstadt
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

PolitikwissenschaftPolitical Science

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Bachelor of Arts programme in Political Science (Politikwissenschaft) is offered as part of a Joint Bachelor of Arts in Subjects X and Y, allowing students to combine two different subjects. Through the Political Science component, students acquire knowledge of political institutions, processes and forms of political control at different levels within and beyond the nation state. They address political institutions and processes, political theory, history of ideas, and power structures in international relations. Students also obtain practical skills to address political issues theoretically and empirically.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Politikwissenschaft at Technische Universität Darmstadt

Is Politikwissenschaft at Technische Universität Darmstadt 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 Politikwissenschaft 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 Politikwissenschaft at Technische Universität Darmstadt? ▼

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 Politikwissenschaft? ▼

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 Technische Universität Darmstadt — 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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