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University of Hagen

Hagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Master of Arts in Sociology – Approaches to Contemporary Society

Original title: Master Soziologie – Zugänge zur Gegenwartsgesellschaft

German4 semesters full-time; part-time and individual pacing possibleTuition FeeNorth Rhine-Westphalia

Flexible part-time distance learning Master’s in Sociology focused on contemporary social change, emphasizing interpretative sociology and qualitative research methods.

Overview

Why this program?

Hybrid
Social Sciences
Flexible part-time distance learning
Focus on contemporary social issues
Emphasis on qualitative and interpretative methods
Master of Arts in Sociology – Approaches to Contemporary Society

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Individuals interested in sociological research and analysis of current social phenomena through part-time and distance learning modalities.

Career outcomes

  • Social researcher
  • Policy analyst
  • Academic researcher
  • Social consultant

Skills you will learn

  • Qualitative research methods
  • Interpretative sociological analysis
  • Understanding of contemporary social change
  • Critical thinking and writing

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsInformation available on the Faculty of Cultural and Social Sciences website
DeadlineDecember 1 to January 31 (for summer semester); June 1 to July 31 (for winter semester)
LanguageGerman
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionTuition Fee
FeesApproximately €1,400 total for full-time regular duration; additional €60 per semester for extended part-time study plus student union fees
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Social researcher
Policy analyst
Academic researcher
Social consultant

University

University of Hagen

University of Hagen is located in Hagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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