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Study Social Sciences in Germany: 200 Universities with 830 English Study Programs
All important info for international students in Germany (2023/2024)
Updated: 05-31-2023 | Reading Time: 3 minutes
The social sciences have some well-known connections to Germany, certain names such as Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Jutta Almendinger come to mind. One may be motivated to study a social science subject in Germany to wander in their footsteps. With a great number of English-taught Master’s programs offered, German universities provide international, up-to-date programs that connect theory with cutting-edge research.
Overview
830
Study Programs in English
200
Universities
62
Universities in International Rankings
Tuition Fees
Minimum:
€ 0 (503 programs for EU citizens, 435 programs for Non-EU citizens)
Maximum:
€ 18,250 per semester (1 program for EU citizens/Non-EU)
Application Deadlines
Winter Semester
between May 31 and May 30
Summer Semester
between May 31 and May 15
Top-ranked German Universities in Social Sciences
Top 100 Worldwide
Top 250 Worldwide
National Ranking
#21QS Online MBA Rankings: Europe
IU International University of Applied Sciences
private (state-approved) University of Applied Sciences
No. of Students: approx. 100,000 students
Program Fees: € 2,427 - € 5,975 (per semester)
#29SCM Journal List Ranking
Kühne Logistics University
private (state-approved) University
No. of Students: approx. 300 students
Program Fees: € 6,190 - € 10,250 (per semester)
#32Times Higher Education Ranking
LMU - Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
public University
No. of Students: approx. 51,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 (per semester)
Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) #48, QS World University Rankings #64
#38Times Higher Education Ranking
Technical University of Munich
public Technical University
No. of Students: approx. 47,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 (per semester)
QS World University Rankings #50, Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) #52
#42Times Higher Education Ranking
Heidelberg University
public University
No. of Students: approx. 28,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 - € 1,500 (per semester)
Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) #57, QS World University Rankings #63
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Tuition Fees
3 English Degree Programs for Social Sciences in Germany
Technische Universität Berlin
Berlin
European and International Energy Law
Master of Business Law Application Deadlines: 30 Apr (Winter)
€ 5600
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
1 Year
Duration
IU International University of Applied Sciences
Berlin
Master Management in Big Data Management
Master of Arts Application open all year
€ 5050
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
1 Year
Duration
Work critically in areas of big data and business management5 stars rating in QS Stars University RatingScholarships & Discounts available
Leuphana University Lüneburg
Lüneburg
Sustainable Chemistry Management
Master of Business Administration Application Deadlines: 10 Dec (Summer)
€ 4950
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
1.5 Years
Duration
Master the art of managing chemistry in a sustainable wayBecome a top manager with a sustainable view of chemistryBenefit from the blended learning format of this program
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
Winter Semester 2023/2024
Summer Semester 2024
Winter Semester 2024/2025
651 programs
105 programs
769 programs
Application Modes
Application Modes
0% national admission restriction (national NC)
31.6% local admission restriction (local NC)
42.7% no admission restriction
25.7% no information provided
Application Process
Application Process
72% directly at University
6.1% directly at University (incl. VPD from uni-assist)
23.4% via uni-assist
3 English Degree Programs for Social Sciences in Germany
IU International University of Applied Sciences
Berlin
Master Management in Leadership Management
Master of Arts Application open all year
€ 5050
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
1 Year
Duration
Acquire management tools and elite leadership skillsStudy 100% online5 stars rating in QS Stars University Rating
Saarland University
Saarbrücken
MBA European Management (Part-Time)
Master of Business Administration Application Deadlines: 15 Jul (Winter)
€ 1813 - € 7250
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
1 - 4 Years
Duration
Study European Management with a special emphasis on behavioral management
accadis Hochschule Bad Homburg - University of Applied Sciences
Bad Homburg
Global Sports Management
Master of Arts Application Deadlines: 15 Jun/01 Sep (Winter) - 01 Sep/15 Oct (Spring)
€ 5700
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
Become a strategic manager in the sports industryStudy and live near a German metropolisInternational classrooms with experienced lecturers
Language Requirements
IELTS Band
TOEFL Scores
Cambridge Levels
Minimum:
3.5 (1 program )
Minimum:
57 (1 program )
Minimum:
B1 Preliminary (PET) (4 programs )
Maximum:
8 (2 programs )
Maximum:
115 (1 program )
Maximum:
FCE Grade A (1 program )
IELTS Band
Minimum:
3.5 (1 program )
Maximum:
8 (2 programs )
TOEFL Scores
Minimum:
57 (1 program )
Maximum:
115 (1 program )
Cambridge Levels
Minimum:
B1 Preliminary (PET) (4 programs )
Maximum:
FCE Grade A (1 program )
3 English Degree Programs for Social Sciences in Germany
Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg
Sankt Augustin / Rheinbach
Corporate Social Responsibility & Non-Governmental Organisations Management (MBA)
Master of Business Administration Application Deadlines: 30 Apr/31 Jul (Winter)
€ 4880
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
1.5 - 2.5 Years
Duration
Be part of the Center for Sustainable Development (IZNE) while learning vital aspects of corporate social responsibilityEnjoy flexible study schedulesStudy close to an international hub for CSR
Leuphana University Lüneburg
Lüneburg
Psychology & Sustainability
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 01 Jun (Winter)
€ 1105 / € 8100
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
Double Degree Jointly offered by Leuphana University and the University of Groningen in the NetherlandsUnique Mix: Psychology + SustainabilityGreat career options as a one-of-a-kind-specialist
Macromedia University of Applied Sciences
Munich
Design Management
Master of Arts Application Deadlines: 15 Jun/15 Aug (Winter) - 15 Dec/15 Feb (Summer)
€ 6500
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
1.5 - 2 Years
Duration
Become an expert in building bridges between design, marketing, and project managementBuild a strong network with organizations from different industriesStudy in the jewel of Bavaria: Munich
Program Features
1-21 semesters
Duration→ View all programs with online courses
Online Courses
Degree TypesMaster of Science
Master of Arts
Master of Business Administration
Master of Laws
Master of Education
Master of Business Law
Master of Public Administration
Master of Engineering
Master of Fine Arts
Master of Public Health
Master of Public Policy
Master of Administrative Sciences
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Education
Bachelor of Engineering
Professional Master
Beginning
Winter intake
61.3%Summer intake
3.1%Winter & Summer intake
32.7% noInfo
List of all German Universities offering English-taught Study Programs in Social Sciences
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Academy for Cultural Diplomacy
private (state-approved) University of Applied Sciences · No. of Students: 0
Program Fees: € 3,000
M.A. (Master of Arts)
accadis Hochschule Bad Homburg - University of Applied Sciences
private (state-approved) University of Applied Sciences · No. of Students: 550
Program Fees: € 0 - € 8,400
M.A. (Master of Arts)
MBA (Master of Business Administration)
Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences
private (state-approved) Academy of Fine Arts · No. of Students: 1,800
Program Fees: € 1,506
M.Ed. (Master of Education)
Alice Salomon University of Applied Sciences Berlin
public University of Applied Sciences · No. of Students: 4,200
Program Fees: € 2,105
M.A. (Master of Arts)
private (state-approved) Academy of Fine Arts · No. of Students: 1,600
Program Fees: € 4,770 - € 5,190
M.A. (Master of Arts)
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