Justus Liebig University Giessen

Modern society and cultures

M.A. (Master of Arts)
Subjects: Sociology
M.A.
Degree
EnglishEnglish
English & German
Language
Winter semester: 15 Jul
Application Deadlines
2 Years (starting: Winter semester)
Duration
Free
Tuition Fees (per semester)
Starting
Winter semester
Application:
uni-assist
Study mode:
On campus

Requirements

Qualification Requirements

Previous Degree

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in social sciences (sociology, political science, ethnology / social and cultural anthropology / folklore), philology, cultural studies (including communication studies, media studies, journalism, theology), history and philosophy.

Graduates of non-explicitly sociological or social science courses should demonstrate sociology, social science or anthropology/ethnology component of at least 30 CP in their studies.

In justified individual cases, the examination board can grant admission even in the case of a lower workload in the subjects mentioned.

Language Requirements

Additional information:
Very good knowledge of German and English as the two possible languages ​​of instruction are required. No more information provided.

Application & Admission

Application Deadlines

In 27 hours free webinar
How to apply via uni-assist

Application Procedure & Selection

Admission Test/Interview:
None
Application:
uni-assist
Application Fee:
€ 75 for the first application, € 30 for each additional

Application Documents

Please include the following documents in your application to uni-assist:

  1. An officially certified copy (i.e., a copy stating that it was made by authorized persons) of your school-leaving certificate (this may in certain cases take the form of a listing of the subject grades achieved in your last year of school; if applicable, also an academic transcript and/or diploma from a university already attended) and a translation of these documents (into English or German). Translations are only accepted from accredited translators who are authorized to issue official translations in their respective home countries. Documents in German and English are accepted.
    Please note: it is also accepted officially certified copies of authorized translations - you do not have to send us the original translation.
  2. Applicants for a master's program also need an officially certified copy (i.e., a copy stating that it was made by authorized persons) of the complete transcript of records and the bachelor's certificate as well as their translation (if applicable - we accept documents in English or German) by accredited translators (i.e., translators who are authorized to issue official translations in their respective home country).
    Please note: we also accept officially certified copies of authorized translations - you do not have to send us the original translation.
  3. Proof of your officially certified language proficiency (see language requirements).
  4. A copy of the page in your passport showing your name and passport photo.
  5. Payment to uni-assist.
  6. Application portal (please register with uni-assist before filling in the online application for Justus Liebig University Giessen). Additionally to the online application, please send your complete application documents (including a printout of your online application) to uni-assist.
  7. Important information for applicants from the People's Republic of China, Mongolia, and Vietnam: you need the APS-certificate.

Please send your complete application documents to:

Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
c/o uni-assist e.V.
D-11507 Berlin

Further Information

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