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BA Political Science (Politikwissenschaft) at University of Kassel

University of Kassel, Germany

Programme overview

Combination Bachelor in which Political Science is studied as the major subject alongside a minor. Covers international relations, political systems, economics, environmental research and development policy.

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught; combination Bachelor (major plus minor)  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Kassel, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Foundations of the discipline in its full breadth, key skills such as rhetoric and languages, and a compulsory 8-week internship and projects for career orientation.

Career pathways

Qualifies for a profession and forms the basis for further university study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission with: general higher education entrance qualification (Allgemeine Hochschulreife); Fachhochschulreife (entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences); professional qualification (study without Abitur). Proof of English at CEFR level B1 is required. Admission is not possible without proof. No Numerus clausus (open admission). Application period for the winter semester: 01.06.-01.09. for applicants with German qualifications (online portal); 01.03.-15.07. for applicants with foreign qualifications (via uni-assist).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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