Social Sciences
Master of Arts (M.A.)
Interdisciplinary and grounded in political science and sociology, the master’s in social sciences provides both research-oriented and practice-based training. The program emphasizes theories, themes, and methodologies in international and intercultural comparative political science and sociology.
Shape Your Future at the University of Siegen
Interdisciplinary, supported by the subjects of political science and sociology, the Master's in Social Sciences offers you a graduate education that is both research- and practice-oriented. The focus is on theories, topics and methods of international and intercultural comparative political science and sociology.
You will take part in ongoing social science research, learning diverse methods and approaches that prepare you to engage with new findings or lead your own research projects in academic or applied settings.
Quick Facts
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Start of studies
Winter semester and
Summer semester -
Standard period of study
4 semesters (full-time)
8 semesters (part-time) -
Admission restricted
No -
Language of instruction
German and English
Career Prospects
Graduates of the master's program in social sciences can apply their knowledge to a wide range of professions, including:
- international organizations
- publishing houses, agencies and media
- private sector research and consulting agencies
- political parties, associations, development aid organizations or NGOs
- public administration
- education and further education
- science and research
1) Bachelor's degree in social sciences, political science, or sociology or a degree in a comparable degree program with a grade of "good" (2.5) or better.
2) In addition, proof of subject-specific knowledge of political science, sociology, or the social sciences amounting to at least 45 CP in the main subject or 18 CP in the minor subject is required. Knowledge of the methods of empirical social research and/or social science theories must be demonstrated.
The current examination regulations always apply.
Examination Regulations, including degree plans and module descriptions
Framework Examination Regulations (RPO-M) and Departmental Examination Regulations (PHIL-FPO-M) define the general framework conditions for studying in Siegen and within Faculty I: Faculty of Arts and Humanities.
In addition, the Departmental Examination Regulations for the individual degree programs and degree components (FPOs) define the basic structures of each individual degree program and degree component (such as admission requirements and curriculum). The departmental examination regulations are accompanied by model course sequences, which represent the recommended course of study for the individual subjects, as well as module descriptions (content-related information on modules).
The current version of an FPO automatically applies to students when they enroll for their first semester.
Why choose social sciences at the University of Siegen?
- Strong commitment to supporting and advancing emerging scholars
- Interdisciplinary program bridging Political Science and Sociology
- Engagement with current research topics such as education, health, migration, social change, and elections
- Broad and diverse research strengths across multiple areas of inquiry
- Flexibility in academic focus with the option to pursue doctoral studies
