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Master German Social Sciences

Soziale Nachhaltigkeit und demografischer WandelSocial Sustainability and Demographic Change

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

This four-semester Master's program focuses on shaping society sustainably, particularly addressing social upheavals and demographic developments. It combines social, political, ecological, and economic topics from a social science perspective. The program offers specializations in social dimensions of sustainable development, challenges of demographic change, post-growth and sufficiency strategies, and methods of inter- and transdisciplinary research. Students develop competencies for critical reflection on social processes and learn to initiate change processes in public, civil society, economic, and scientific organizations. The curriculum includes scientific foundations, theoretical approaches, empirical methods, and the development of an individual research project. Students also take complementary courses from other departments such as Architecture, Design, Computer Science, or Economics.
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This four-semester Master's program focuses on shaping society sustainably, particularly addressing social upheavals and demographic developments. It combines social, political, ecological, and economic topics from a social science perspective. The program offers specializations in social dimensions of sustainable development, challenges of demographic change, post-growth and sufficiency strategies, and methods of inter- and transdisciplinary research. Students develop competencies for critical reflection on social processes and learn to initiate change processes in public, civil society, economic, and scientific organizations. The curriculum includes scientific foundations, theoretical approaches, empirical methods, and the development of an individual research project. Students also take complementary courses from other departments such as Architecture, Design, Computer Science, or Economics.

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

Social Sustainability and Demographic Change

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Soziale Nachhaltigkeit und demografischer Wandel at Fachhochschule Dortmund

Is Soziale Nachhaltigkeit und demografischer Wandel at Fachhochschule Dortmund 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 Soziale Nachhaltigkeit und demografischer Wandel 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 Soziale Nachhaltigkeit und demografischer Wandel at Fachhochschule Dortmund?

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 Soziale Nachhaltigkeit und demografischer Wandel?

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 Fachhochschule Dortmund — 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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