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Step 1 - Find your Study Program
University of Bamberg
Bamberg
Double Degree Sociology
Subjects: Sociology;Social Sciences
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
The entire program is conducted in English and led by active researchers with international experience. Students will journey from theoretical foundations to hands-on empirical research. They will delve into sociological theory, master cutting-edge research methods, and stay abreast of the latest in social structure analysis and social policy. In addition to the core subjects, students can choose from a wide array of thematic courses. The program culminates in a Master's thesis, co-supervised by faculty from both universities.
Program Information
| Study Location | Bamberg |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 119 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
proof of adequate English proficiency (TOEFL: 577 (paper), 90 (internet); Academic IELTS: overall 6.5 and no sub-score less than 6.0; Cambridge Proficiency in English: all grades; Cambridge Advanced English: Grades A, B and C).
Qualification Requirements
The general admission criteria are the same as the combined criteria of both underlying programmes. For the Double Degree Programme there are however additional specific admission criteria. Applicants have to: satisfy the admission criteria of the "M.A. Soziologie" at the University of Bamberg, i.e. hold a higher education degree with a minimum of 30 ECTS accumulated in Sociology, of which at least 10 credits are connected to sociological fundamentals and 10 credits are connected to methods of quantitative empirical social research or statistics. with a grade point average of at least 2.5 on the German grading scale or equivalent document A1-level German language skills (which can be obtained during the first year) satisfy the admission criteria of the Master's Programme in "Sociology" at Tilburg University, i.e. hold a Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, e.g. the field of sociology, social sciences, or humanities be sufficiently conversant in the social sciences possess adequate knowledge of social science statistics and research methods
Document Requirements
printed online application: filled out and signed Curriculum vitae in tabular form School-leaving certificate and list of individual grades (= university entrance qualification) including German or English translation as officially certified copy University entrance examination (only some countries) or further proof of the requirements for university admission including German or English translation as an officially certified copy University certificates and list of individual grades including German or English translation as officially certified copy Proof of German language skills as an officially certified copy (exception: English-language degree programs). A degree in German studies does not count as proof of German language skills! If applicable, proof of name change (e.g. marriage) as officially certified copy including translation Simple copy of passport or identity card (if applicable including translation) Proof of scholarship (DAAD, BAYHOST), if available (single copy) Power of attorney if someone is to represent you in the application process
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application | directly at the University |
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