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Politikwissenschaft

Bachelor of Arts; language: German

Curriculum

In the Bachelor of Arts programme Politikwissenschaft, the students acquire knowledge of political institutions as well as processes and forms of political control that take place on different levels within and beyond the nation state. They address political institutions and processes, political theory and the history of ideas or power structures in international relations. Furthermore, they obtain practical skills to be able to address political issues theoretically and empirically.

Sample module overview
Sample module overview

Information and points of contact
Study Regulations, Module Handbook
Institute for Political Science
Office for Student Affairs
Departmental Student Advisory Service
Departmental Students' Representative Committee

Orientation
Podcast “fuTUre students”
“hobit” information and orientation event
Course Catalogue

Semesters 6
Language German. Please be aware that scientific literature is be read and edited in English or other foreign languages.
Start of studies Winter semester
Internship Mandatory career-oriented internship
Application Online Application
Entrance qualification
Unrestricted admission procedure
Requirements for international prospective students
Good to know Pre-Courses & orientation week
Website for first-year students
Study preparation for international students
Studying from A to Z
Costs and budget

Bachelor's Degree Programmes
Politikwissenschaft, J.B.A.

Teaching Degree Programmes
Politik und Wirtschaft – Lehramt an beruflichen Schulen, M.Ed.
Politik und Wirtschaft – Lehramt an Gymnasien

Master's Degree Programmes
Governance und Public Policy, M.A.
Internationale Studien / Friedens- und Konfliktforschung, M.A.
Politische Theorie, M.A.

The job market for graduates of Political Science is generally broad and varied. Graduates are especially sought after for positions at universities, in teaching and research in the field of Political Science as well as in political education. With the analysis and comparison of the political system of the Federal Republic of Germany and other countries or the examination of state and constitutional fundamentals from the point of view of political theory, they can support parties, parliaments, political foundations, public administration or associations in an advisory capacity or as research consultants.

For this reason it is important to start gaining practical work experience in relevant organisations early in the degree programme. This way students can promote themselves as competent professionals in practice and make important professional contacts. The likelihood of finding a good position is definitely heightened if the student is flexible when it comes to commuting or even moving abroad. Good English language skills are particularly important when it comes to the international job market.

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