Political Science
(Bachelor of Arts)

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Course type

Undergraduate studies (1 Subject bachelor)

Standard Course Duration

6 semesters

Part-time option

Part-time study is optional.

Course Start

Winter semester

Language of Instruction

German

Language Requirements

German HZB: none
International application: German C1
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Admission

Restricted admission

International

Stay abroad possible, but not obligatory.

Short Description

Political Science provides students with insight into political systems, political processes, policy and the theoretical and analytical relations of political organisations in modern societies. The focus is on academic discourse on political theories and contemporary decision-making processes. At Leibniz Universität Hannover, the subject of Political Science is offered on a wide scale, as recommended both nationally and internationally. In other words, the areas of Political Theory, Comparative Government, International Relations and Methods in Political Science are represented. These are supplemented by the Political Science Department’s areas of specialisation: Political Sociology, Policy Areas and Political Administration.

Further information on the website of the programme Political Science (German language only)

Course Content

History of political ideas and theories of politics
International relations
Methods of political science
Modules from other subjects (such as Law, Economics and Business Administration)
Periods of practical training and skills related to the specific field of professional activity
Policy areas and political administration
Political sociology
Political systems and government

Course Structure

The degree programme consists of an introductory module, five basic modules on the political science specialisations and a module on methods of political science. In addition, students choose two areas of specialisation at a later stage, in which they take one module each. The degree programme is supplemented by compulsory elective modules from other subjects (including Law, Economics and Business Administration, History and Sociology). Periods of practical training and courses in key transferable skills related to future career options complete the programme.

Semester	1	2	3	4	5	6
Pflichtmodule	Einführung in die Politische Wissenschaft (nur im 1. Semester) Basismodul Politische Ideengeschichte und Theorien der Politik Basismodul Politische Systeme und Regierungslehre Basismodule Politikfelder und Politische Verwaltung Politikwissenschaftliche Methoden		Basismodul Politische Soziologie und politische Sozialstrukturanalyse Basismodul Internationale Beziehungen, Weltgesellschaft, Europäische Integration Fortsetzung Politikwissenschaftliche Methoden Praktikum (2x4 oder 1x8 Wochen)		Vertiefungsmodul weiteres Vertiefungsmodul Bachelorarbeit (im 6. Semester)
Wahlmodule			Wahlpflichtmodul(e) aus einem anderen Fach Module aus dem bereich Schlüsselkompetenzen		Wahlpflichtmodul(e) aus einem anderen Fach

Recommended Abilities

The willingness to get to the depths of political science topics and texts
Ability to work independently
Good communication skills

Career Opportunities

National and international political institutions, organisations and facilities
Political parties, associations and administrative bodies
Media enterprises

Possible Further Degree Programmes

Under certain conditions, admission to the following Master''s programme is also possible. More detailed information can be found in the respective admission regulations. If you have any questions, please contact the course advice of the desired Master''s programme:

Educational Studies (Master of Arts)

Admission requirements and application

Admission Requirements

The exact admission requirements can be found in the admission regulations:

Application Deadlines

1 June – 15 July of the year for the winter semester

First-year students (application for the 1st semester) can only apply for the winter semester.
Students resuming their studies and transfer students (application for a higher semester) can also apply for the summer semester (1 December - 15 January).
Requirements for applications from non-EU countries:
- VPD from uni-assist OR a passed assessment test (Feststellungsprüfung) of a preparatory foundation course (Studienkolleg)
- Applications for the Studienkolleg must be submitted by 15 July.

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