Empirische Demokratieforschung (M.A.)

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Mainz, DEMAIn-person2 yearsGerman

120

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€60.00

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Empirische Demokratieforschung (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Mainz, DE.

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Covers research methods in political science, political institutions and processes, normative and positive political theory, political culture and attitudes, elections and political participation. Includes project module for independent research and master's thesis.

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Is Empirische Demokratieforschung (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz online or in-person?: Empirische Demokratieforschung (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is offered in-person.
How long does Empirische Demokratieforschung (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz take to complete?: Empirische Demokratieforschung (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
What work-permit options follow Empirische Demokratieforschung (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz?: Post-completion work rights for Empirische Demokratieforschung (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)