Program Overview
The Political Economy at University of Konstanz is a MSc programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Political Economy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: EUR 650 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
- Location: Konstanz, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Political Economy programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Module 1: advanced skills in empirical methods
- Module 2: foundational classes in Economics
- Module 3: foundational classes in Political science
- Module 4: advanced seminars in a variety of topics
- Module 5: Master\x92s thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor\'s degree
- Relevant prior-knowledge
- CV and motivation letter
- English language skills
- Letters of recommendation
- GRE score (if you did not complete your undergraduate degree in Germany)
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 650 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 650 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Konstanz directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Konstanz
University of Konstanz
Konstanz, Germany
The University of Konstanz is a university in the city of Konstanz in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Its main campus was opened on the Gießberg in 1972 after being founded in 1966. The university is...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-04-18
- Start Date 2018-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months