Program Overview
The Political Science at University of Cologne is a MA 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 Science 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 6
- Tuition: EUR 261 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Köln, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Political Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You require a Bachelors degree in an economic or social science, or a comparable degree, and must have achieved at least 180 ECTS credit points.
For additional subject-related eligibility criteria, please go to the website on the admission procedure.
Overall grade of at least 2.7 (German grade) in the Bachelors degree
Fulfilment of the following subject-related requirements:
- At least 30 ECTS credits in Political Science
- At least 12 further ECTS credits in Political Science or Methodology or Empirical Social Research
Language requirements: English (level B2) language skills: https://www.wiso.uni-koeln.de/en/studies/application/application-procedure-for-masters-programmes/language-skills/
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 261 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 261 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cologne 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 Cologne
University of Cologne
Cologne, Germany
TheUniversity of Cologne(German:Universität zu Köln) is apublicresearch universityinCologne, Germany. It was established in 1388. It closed in 1798 before being re-established in 1919.It is now...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
