MEd Political Science (Master of Education subject component) at Heidelberg University

Students of the degree programme in Political Science primarily study the organisation and functioning of political institutions, the agencies and processes operating between state and society, the complexion of governance as a function of state policy, and international relations.

Faculty: Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences  |  Department: Institute for Political Science  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time option available); German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

In order to successfully complete the degree programme component in Political Science in the Master of Education for teaching in German secondary schools (Lehramt Gymnasium) students must gain 18 credits in specialist subject modules, and 13 in course elements focussing on specialised didactics. In addition to this, students gain 15 credits for the completion of a Master’s thesis in Political Science.

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