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BA Politikwissenschaften (Political Science) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

Programme overview

Studies why people vote for parties, why some countries became democracies and how social inequality affects political attitudes. Offered as a core or minor subject within the two-subject bachelor.

Faculty: Fachbereich 02 - Sozialwissenschaften, Medien und Sport  |  Department: Institut für Politikwissenschaft  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (German-taught; Two-subject bachelor)  |  Intake: Summer and winter semester  |  Location: Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

What you will study

Six semesters including an introductory module (introduction, methods, academic working) and five basic modules such as the political system of Germany, political theory and analysis and comparison of political systems.

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Entry requirements

Restricted admission (Numerus clausus) (in the 1st subject semester). Interest in current affairs and social processes. German proficiency for international applicants: DSH-2 or equivalent. Application period: winter semester: early June to 15 July; summer semester: early December to 15 January.

Intake: Summer and winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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