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Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf
Master German + English Social Sciences

Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The consecutive, four-semester MA programme in Social Science (M.A.) at HHU builds on a successfully completed B.A. programme in social or political sciences and is directed towards academically interested students. The program imparts deepened knowledge about the analysis of social structures, the forms and problems of a democratic governance, the transnational society and European politics as well as mediatised political communication. Another focus lies on advanced social-scientific methods which enable the students to analyse and critically reflect the societal reality and political processes. The Master in Social Sciences is supported by the subjects Political Science and Sociology. It provides scientifically sound insights into social change and democratic governance in modern societies. The programme focusses on project-oriented study and independent research by students.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf

Is Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf 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 Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance 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 Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf? ▼

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 Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance? ▼

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 Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf — 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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