Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.)

Last verified against the official program page on April 27, 2026.

Mainz, DEMAIn-person2 years

€18,000.00

Tuition

over 24mo

120

Credits

€75.00

App fee

Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Mainz, DE. Tuition is €18,000.

About the program

The program covers sports ethics, integrity, governance, anti-doping, equality, inclusion, safe sport, sports law, fair play, Olympic studies, and management. Students study at multiple partner universities across Europe including KU Leuven, Charles University, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, and University of Peloponnese, with a master's thesis.

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Deadlines

Fall 2026

Jul 1, 2026

Fall 2027

Apr 1, 2027

Standardized tests

TOEFL

optional

Min 80 on TOEFL IBT (and no component below 19)

IELTS

optional

Min overall 6.5 (and no component below 5.5)

After the program

Post-study work rights

18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

€9,660.00

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz cost?: The total estimated tuition for Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is €18,000 across 120 required credits.
Is Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz online or in-person?: Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is offered in-person.
How long does Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz take to complete?: Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
What GPA is required for Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz?: Per the program's published guidance: Upper Second Class Honours (UK Standard 2.1) or better. This corresponds to a grade of 2.0 in the German grading system.
What work-permit options follow Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz?: Post-completion work rights for Sports, Ethics and Integrity (M.A.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)