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MA Global Studies at Leipzig University

Leipzig University, Germany

Programme overview

English-taught master's programme on globalisation and its accompanying processes in countries of the Global North and South, viewed from interdisciplinary perspectives including global history, political and cultural studies.

Faculty: Fakultät für Sozialwissenschaften und Philosophie  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time; taught in English  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany

What you will study

Interdisciplinary approaches to globalisation processes from several subjects.

Career pathways

The international student body and teaching staff and English-language courses prepare for careers in an international environment.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Six-semester bachelor's degree in history/cultural studies or social/economic sciences (or recognised equivalent) with at least 15 per cent of courses directly relevant to Global Studies; English at CEFR B2 or UNIcert II, shown by a recognised test (native speakers and applicants with prior English-language degrees excepted). Locally restricted admission (numerus clausus).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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