Master's in Political Science
University of Mannheim · Mannheim, Germany
- Level
- Master's
- Award
- Master of Arts
- Language
- English
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Campus
- Mannheim
- Apply by
- Register by 15 May 2027
- Starts
- Winter semester
University of Mannheim does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €17,000 a year for international students.
Entry requirements and how to apply
- Entry requirements
- Admission requires a Bachelor's degree in Political Science or a subject-related degree, which was completed with a grade of at least "good" (2.5 German grade equivalent) or better. If a Bachelor's degree has not yet been completed, a current transcript of records has to be submitted. This document will be the basis for admission. You will also need at least one course in statistical analysis and/or research methods, which was completed with a grade of at least "good" (2.5) or better. For further information on admission requirements please visit: Application University of Mannheim .
- English language requirement
- B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 90 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 telc English: telc English C1 IELTS Academic: 6.5
- German language requirement
- No minimum language level required
- Application period
- The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: 1 April - 15 May
- Apply through
- Please check this website .
About this programme
The Mannheim MA in Political Science is dedicated to applied research in Political Science. The research of the Mannheim Department of Political Science is widely known for its empirical-analytical approach, ranked among the leading international institutions (highest in Germany and Europe), and embedded in a number of internationally active research centres in the social sciences (MZES, GESIS). This environment provides ideal opportunities for training in applied research, financing the study period and preparing for a PhD. In four semesters, students will acquire extensive skills in quantitative methodology and an intensive knowledge of the political system of the EU. The Department of Political Science in Mannheim offers a wide range of research topics in Political Science, such as International Relations, International Political Economy, International Comparative Social Research, Comparative Political Behaviour, Political Sociology and Quantitative Methods. These areas are also reflected in the Master's programme, and students are expected to choose one of these specialisations for their Master's thesis. The variety of topics in the "Comparative Politics" section of the course schedule includes political institutions of European democracies, EU member states' legislation and electoral systems as well as political communication and participation, electoral studies and coalition theories in Europe. In the "International Politics" subsection, students will become acquainted
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