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Applied Methods of Social Research (M.A.) at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Two-semester, English-taught master teaching sound knowledge and practical skills in social-science research methods and the independent conduct of research projects, with a strong practical orientation.

Faculty: Fachbereich 03 Social Sciences and Philosophy  |  Duration: 2 semesters (1 year)  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Quantitative and qualitative research methods, operationalisation, measurement and research design, and carrying out research projects.

Career pathways

Graduates work in social-science research institutions, public institutions and civil-society organisations, in policy advice and the media, and can proceed to a doctorate.

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Entry requirements

Relevant bachelor degree in the social sciences with an overall grade of at least 2.7 (German scale) and at least 240 credits (8 semesters / 4 years); at least 10 credits in social-science methods, of which at least 5 in quantitative methods and/or statistics. English at level C1 is required. English proficiency at CEFR level C1 required. Admission: open admission (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 21.08.2026 (German degree); 01.05.2026 to 21.08.2026 (international degree).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 2 semesters (1 year)

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