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Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Master German Social Sciences

Research in Politics and Democracy

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program 'Research in Politics and Democracy' focuses on the scientific study of factors that threaten the continued existence of liberal democracy. Students learn to develop theoretically sound hypotheses, systematically test and further develop them based on current research. The program emphasizes quantitative methods of empirical social research and prepares students for various attractive professional fields. Typical questions addressed in the program include: Who votes for whom and why? How can the rise of populist parties in liberal democracies be explained? What possibilities does a liberal democracy have to defend itself against undermining through 'fake news' and 'bullshit'? Are democracies inherently more efficient than autocracies?
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The Master's program 'Research in Politics and Democracy' focuses on the scientific study of factors that threaten the continued existence of liberal democracy. Students learn to develop theoretically sound hypotheses, systematically test and further develop them based on current research. The program emphasizes quantitative methods of empirical social research and prepares students for various attractive professional fields. Typical questions addressed in the program include: Who votes for whom and why? How can the rise of populist parties in liberal democracies be explained? What possibilities does a liberal democracy have to defend itself against undermining through 'fake news' and 'bullshit'? Are democracies inherently more efficient than autocracies?

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

Political Science

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Research in Politics and Democracy at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

Is Research in Politics and Democracy at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz 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 Research in Politics and Democracy 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 Research in Politics and Democracy at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz?

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 Research in Politics and Democracy?

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 Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz — 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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