BA Social Sciences (German-French) at University of Stuttgart

Programme overview

The Social Sciences (German-French) study programme focuses on societal structures and processes. It is conducted in cooperation with Sciences Po Bordeaux. The bilingualism and focus on the German and French regions provide students with a high level of intercultural competence.

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years) | Study mode: full-time, German-taught and French-taught | Intake: Winter semester | Location: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The programme comprises two academic years at (the first and third years) and one academic year at the SOWI Institute of the University of Stuttgart (the second year). The courses in Bordeaux are taught in French, while the courses in Stuttgart are taught in German. The strengthening of French language skills takes place at Sciences Po Bordeaux through intensive language courses accompanying the study programme.

Career pathways

The practically oriented courses in Bordeaux, combined with the research-focused programme in Stuttgart, ideally prepares you for a professional career in Germany, France, or internationally. A wide range of career opportunities are available to graduates, including in: Science and politics: e.g., with political parties, in parliamentary services, or in associations. International cooperation: development cooperation, European and international governmental and non-governmental organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission restricted This study programme requires an entrance examination (NC). Internship not required. Language: Good knowledge of French is a requirement. English skills are also important. Application deadline: May 15 for winter semester. Language Requirements: Good knowledge of French is an important admission requirement. English skills are also important. Selection criteria and admissions statutes The B.A. in Social Sciences (German-French) requires an entrance examination. The entrance examination is designed to assess the special aptitude and motivation for the chosen programme of study. Application Please apply via the campus management portal C@MPUS. By submitting your application, you are simultaneously applying to take the entrance examination. Please upload a motivation letter in French (approximately 2 A4 pages) as part of your application. The application deadline is May 15 of each year. After a preliminary review of the submitted applications, you will be invited to a selection interview, which takes place in June. Once you have successfully passed the entrance examination, you are automatically included in the admission process. Applicants who do not yet have their Abitur certificate by May 15 must upload it to C@MPUS by July 15. Applicants who have previously passed the entrance examination: Applicants who have already successfully passed the entrance exam do not need to take it again. Nevertheless, we ask that you re-submit your application by May 15. If this is not possible, please contact our academic advisors or the Institute of Social Sciences by July 15 at the latest, providing proof of your successfully passed entrance examination from previous years. The detailed selection criteria are listed in the admissions regulations. Further information can be found on the programme’s website. Admissions regulations (March 18 2013) Programme’s website Entrance examination Restricted admissions (NC) and higher education admissions process (HAV) Application period: April 1 – May 15

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-stuttgart.de/en/study/application/online/

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