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    Political Science (M.A.)

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    Hamburg, DEMAIn-person2 years
    45
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Political Science (M.A.) at University of Hamburg is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Hamburg, DE.

    About the program

    Research-oriented program focusing on international relations, comparative politics, and political theory. Covers topics such as global health, climate change, international organizations, conflict, migration, political behavior, democratic institutions, autocratic rule, political economy, and theories of justice, democracy, and statehood.

    Focus: research
    191 (QS World University Rankings 2025) | 10 (QS World University Rankings 2025)

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    Deadlines

    Winter 2027
    Mar 31, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL Internet-based Test (test date scores): 92 points with at least 22 points per skill (Listening, Writing, Speaking, Reading)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS – Academic: Overall Band Score of at least 6.5 (Good Competent User) with at least 6.0 per skill

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 18 months Germany post-study job seeker visa/residence permit to seek employment (Section 20 of the Residence Act) for international graduates of German universities.

    €13,200.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Political Science (M.A.) at University of Hamburg online or in-person?
    Political Science (M.A.) at University of Hamburg is offered in-person.
    How long does Political Science (M.A.) at University of Hamburg take to complete?
    Political Science (M.A.) at University of Hamburg is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How large is the Political Science (M.A.) at University of Hamburg cohort?
    Political Science (M.A.) at University of Hamburg typically enrolls around 45 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Political Science (M.A.) at University of Hamburg?
    Post-completion work rights for Political Science (M.A.) at University of Hamburg: Up to 18 months Germany post-study job seeker visa/residence permit to seek employment (Section 20 of the Residence Act) for international graduates of German universities.