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Philipps-Universität Marburg
Master German Social Sciences

Sociology Social Orders in Transition MasterSociology: Social Orders in Transition

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

Sociology: Social Orders in Transition master's program is a research-oriented program that leads to full academic qualification in the subject of Sociology and establishes access to a doctorate. The program comprises: a well-founded qualification in sociological theory; knowledge of current scientific discussions in international sociology; transfer of application-oriented methodological knowledge; a 2-semester study project with research related to elective fields (Work/Economy/Administration, Culture/Religion, Society/Politics, or Societal Development); capability for independently designing research projects; and research-related qualification for planning a doctorate. The program qualifies graduates for various professional fields including human resources planning, social research, journalism, media and public relations, development policy, and academic careers in research and teaching.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Sociology Social Orders in Transition Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg

Is Sociology Social Orders in Transition Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg 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 Sociology Social Orders in Transition Master 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 Sociology Social Orders in Transition Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg? ▼

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 Sociology Social Orders in Transition Master? ▼

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 Philipps-Universität Marburg — 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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