Social Sciences Master Programs

Social Sciences Master Programs in Germany (2026/2027)

Germany offers international students outstanding Social Sciences programs that explore the complexities of human society, politics, culture, and economics through interdisciplinary curricula that combine theoretical perspectives with empirical research. These English-taught degrees emphasize critical thinking, methodological rigor, and practical analysis, allowing students to investigate social structures, behaviors, and policy-making processes in real-world contexts. Germany’s central role in the European Union, its diverse society, and its strong tradition in social research provide an ideal environment for examining contemporary social issues such as migration, inequality, governance, and globalization.

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Social Sciences Master Programs: Overview

Intake

53%
Winter Semester
4%
Summer Semester
41%
Both Semesters
2%
Anytime
1%
Winter trimester

Language of Instruction

20%
English only
1%
English only & German language course
4%
English & German
1%
English & other language
69%
German only
1%
German & other language
5%
German (and some English)

Numerus Clausus

69%
without admission restriction
31%
with admission restriction

Tuition fees

GermanyEU Germans & EU Students
World Non-EU Students
70%
tuition-free
30%
with tuition

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