Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf

    Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf

    Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf

    Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf offers the Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Düsseldorf, Germany. Taught in German and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for social sciences - social structures and democratic governance and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on October 1, 2026.

    About Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance

    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. 

    Disciplines

    Social Sciences

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf

    Entry Requirements

    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.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 75

    English Program Requirements

  • Language certificate for English language (Level B2 / Common European Framework for Reference for Languages): We accept English tests covering all four academic skills (reading, listening, writing, and speaking):
    • IELTS (academic) minimum 6.0, including at least 6.0 in section “writing”
    • TOEFL iBt with 75 points minimum
    • We do not accept TOEIC
    The language certificate must not be older than two years and the original certificate must be sent directly from the testing center to the European Studies programme in Düsseldorf. (TOEFL-Code: 3423)
    No language test is required for native English speakers.
  • Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance

    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
    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

    Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf

    How to Apply for Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf

    Online Registration In order to check whether you fulfil the entry and admission conditions you have to register online During the registration you will be requested to enter your contact details and to upload documents proving your aptitude:

    • Application form (to download the application form click here)
    • Certificate of Bachelor study programme,
    • Transcript of records,
    • Proof of English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, German “Abitur”, etc.),
    • Content of modules (courses) taken in Cell and Molecular Biology (4 CP) or in Biochemistry (4 CP) or in Biopsychology (4 CP) or in Physiology (4 CP) and/or anatomy/neuroanatomy, at least 2 credit points from practical experience should be available.

    Documents in languages other than English or German have to be certified translated by a sworn translator. Documents in languages other than German or English willnot be accepted. In case you have not completed your Bachelor programme yet, an interim certificate with at least 80% of examination and study achievements has be submitted instead. After saving, entered and uploaded information can be changed later on.

    Master of Social Sciences - Social Structures and Democratic Governance at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
    Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
    Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
    Germany

    Germany, Düsseldorf

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