Double Master's Programme in Demography and Social Inequality - Master of Science

Universitat zu Koln · Cologne, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Köln
Apply by
Register by 15 May 2027
Starts
Winter semester

Universitat zu Koln does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Overall Bachelor's grade equivalent to at least 2.7 (German grading system) at least 18 ECTS in the fields of Sociology and/or Social Psychology at least 12 ECTS in the fields of Methods in Quantitative Social Sciences and/or Applied Quantitative Empirical Social Research and/or Statistics Please find more information and a full list of requirements here .
English language requirement
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 92 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 IELTS Academic: 6.5 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: 15 April - 15 May
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About this programme

The double Master's programme, which is offered jointly by the University of Cologne and the University of Groningen, is an innovative and unique programme that will allow you to gain a comprehensive understanding of the theories, methods, and practices of social research in both academic and practical settings. Benefit from the expertise of two leading universities, enjoy the advantages of an interdisciplinary approach, and gain valuable international experience. Explore topics such as migration, health, education, income, ageing, and changing family structures in the context of demographic change and social inequalities Get a better understanding of pressing social issues related to demographic change and social inequality Receive rigorous training in a range of quantitative methods and data analysis tools Gain the skills to apply the methods and tools that are needed to address complex social issues in a rapidly changing world Acquire the ability to communicate social and demographic research results effectively to audiences beyond the research community, including policy makers. On successful completion of your studies, you will be awarded both Master’s degrees: a Master of Science in Sociology: Social Research from the University of Cologne and a Master of Science in Population Studies from the University of Groningen.

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