Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance
Master of Arts

This four-semester study programme with the Master of Arts (M.A.) as a degree is free of admission with " of special aptitude" (application and aptitude test take place directly at Heinrich-Heine-Universität) and can be started in the winter term.

The programm 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.

The MA in Social Sciences prepares students for the following professional fields, among others:

• Political & Project Management
• Planning & Training
• Organizational & Human Resources Development
• Market & Opinion Research