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Angewandte Politikwissenschaft (Applied Political Science)

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program - Major Field

Note

Subject to approval by the Ministry of Science, Research and the Arts, this degree programme is due to be discontinued from the 2026/2027 winter semester. New enrolments are therefore unlikely to be possible. As an alternative, the single-subject degree programme Bachelor of Arts in Applied Political Science is available.

Study Political Science with a German–French focus at two prestigious institutions: the University of Freiburg and the Institut d’Études Politiques (IEP) in Aix-en-Provence, earning two degrees and experiencing two ways of life. The multiple-accredited programme in Applied Political Science is supported by the Franco-German University. Students receive a solid academic education, grounded in two pedagogical traditions. An integrated six-month internship provides the opportunity to gain insights into the professional world and acquire practical experience during their studies. The programme, followed by a Master’s of the same name, leads to three qualifications: a Master’s from the University of Freiburg, a Master’s from Aix-Marseille University, and a diploma from the IEP. Career prospects include roles in international organisations, the private sector, journalism, and research.

Fast facts

Standard Period of Study

6 semesters required for the full degree programme

Scope of services

180 ECTS-Points for the full degree programme

Language of instruction

German, English and French

Language requirements

Deutsch C1; Französisch B2

First semester

Programme start: Winter Semester

Application period: An application is no longer possible

Admission: No more admission possible (30 places)
Knowledge of the French language at least level B2 of the CEFR, letter of motivation with explanation, 1st level: pre-selection of average German higher education entrance qualification grade and evaluation of letter of motivation, 2nd level: passed selection interview and weighted individual grades from the German higher education entrance qualification

Higher semesters

Programme start: Winter and Summer Semester

Application period: Winter Semester: until 30.09.
Summer Semester: until 31.03.
The information sheet for students in higher semesters contains all the relevant information.

Application

Application for this degree programme is only possible during the application period and is done online.
You can find more information about the application here.

Please note: University admission requirements for the first semester and for higher semesters may change up to the start of the application period.

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