Study program

University

City

Friedensau Adventist University

International Social Sciences (Full-Time)

M.A. (Master of Arts)

Subjects: Political Sciences, Sociology, Development Studies, Project Management, Health Management, Sustainability, Peace and Conflict Studies, Migration Studies, International Relations

M.A.

Degree

120

ECTS

English only

Language

Winter semester: 31 Mar/31 Aug

Application Deadlines

2 Years (starting: Winter semester)

Duration

€ 2960

Tuition Fees (per semester)

Starting: Winter semester
Mode of admission:: without admission restriction
Application:: directly at the University
Study mode:: On campus

Program Video

Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program

Become an expert in international social sciences with special emphasis on development

During this master’s program, students complete modules in Development Cooperation, Sustainability, Development Economics, Public Health in Developing Countries, Peace and Conflict Research, Project Planning, and Disaster Response and Humanitarian Aid, among many others.

Continue your career path in different areas of development

Graduates of this master’s program successfully work in the fields of Development Cooperation, Project Planning, and Disaster Management, among many others.

Enjoy comfortable campus life at Friedensau

The Theologische Hochschule Friedensau offers students a pleasant campus life with different facilities and easy access to housing options in student dorms or private apartments.

Take part in an internship at an international development organization

An important part of this study program is the participation in internships at international development organizations in the areas of development cooperation or humanitarian aid, where students acquire vital practical skills that will be highly valued in their future careers.

Expand your academic skills during the master’s thesis

While writing their master’s thesis, students are accompanied by highly trained supervisors and get relevant methodological training that will serve them in their future careers.

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Course Description

Do you want to become an expert in international social sciences with a particular emphasis on development? Then this is the program for you! This master’s program trains students in unique skills and areas of development such as Social Protection and Poverty Analysis, Peace and Conflict Research, Religion and Development, Migration and Development, Project Planning, Disaster Response, and Public Health, among many others. Be part of this FULL-TIME program, study entirely in English, take part in an internship at an international development organization, and be surrounded by people from different origins and cultures. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Target Groups

Curriculum

Study Mode

Career Prospects

The M.A. in International Social Sciences is intended for holders of a first bachelor’s degree in

Social Sciences or
Humanities

interested in advancing their qualifications and career opportunities in the field of international social sciences.

Special Program Features

Be part of a hands-on program

Students of this program take part in interesting practical modules such as Project Planning, excursions to an Eastern European country, field trips, and workshops.

Live in a charming east German city

Möckern is a town located in the region of Saxony-Anhalt, just two hours (120 kms) from the German capital, Berlin. Möckern has a charming old town and is an ideal city for students because the main parts of the city are within easy walking distance.

Study in a cosmopolitan and open environment

Students of this master’s program come from all over the world and contribute to rich discussions through their global perspective and diversity.

Accreditations

AQAS

The “Agency for Quality Assurance through Accreditation of Study Programs” is a German non-profit association that is authorized to conduct external evaluation procedures for universities in Germany and Europe.

Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The application requirements for the study program in “International Social Sciences (Full-Time)” are:

Bachelor's (Undergraduate) Degree

Previous bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in

Social Sciences or

Humanities

Min ECTS points required:

180

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GPA

A final grade (certificate grade) of at least 2.5 is required.

Language Requirements

The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.

English

Cambridge

min B2 First (FCE)

IELTS

min 6

TOEFL iBT

min 79

TOEFL pBT

min 550

Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?

yes

Additional information:

Applicants who received their B.A. degree in an English-language program are exempt These applicants submit a certificate from the university indicating that the medium of instruction at the university is English.

Application & Admission

Application Deadlines

Locked

For Candidates with Previous Degree from

Winter Semester
(starting in October)

Germany

Winter Semester: -

Another EU Country

Winter Semester: -

Rest of the world

Winter Semester: -

Applications are open from:

Winter semester:April 01 (German)April 01 (EU)December 01 (Non EU)

Summer semester:December 01 (German)December 01 (EU)April 01 (Non EU)

Spring semester:

Application Procedure & Selection

Mode of Admission:

without admission restriction

Admission Test/Interview:

None

Application:

directly at the University

Application Fee:

none

Application Documents

Online Application Form

More Info

Copy of first University-level Degree → Qualification Requirements

Transcript of Records

English Language Certificate → Language Requirements

Testimonials

The institute where I did my internship is the ‘Regional Institute of Gender, Diversity, Peace and Rights’ (RIG/DPR), which is part of Ahfad University for Women in Sudan. The students I interacted with were brilliant and interesting women, having the same kind, welcoming spirit of the people I met during my time in Khartoum.
Arlyn AvilésShow Testimonial

During my internship at the Community Health and Development organization (CHAD) in Myitkyina, Kachin State, Myanmar, I prepared lesson plans, conducted awareness trainings, and recorded data for the annual and quarterly goals. I also attended meetings and workshops with UNICEF and visited camps for internally displaced persons.
Dawn Lu SanShow Testimonial

Location

Friedensau Adventist University

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Further Information

Your Personal Contact

Ulrike Schultz, Prof. Dr. rer. pol.

Head of Study Program ISS (Development Studies)

Contact Details:
+49 (0) 3921 916-193
[email protected]

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