Sociology University of Konstanz
- Degree
- Master of Arts
- Standard period of study (amount)
- 4 semesters
- Location
- Konstanz
Overview and admission
Study Type
graduate
Admission semester
Summer and Winter Semester
Area of study
Sociology, Social Science
Focus
Project Seminars, international, Social comparison, Sociological Theory and Methods, Political Sociology, Cultural Sociology, Inequality, Migration
Target group
Graduates from a subject relevant to the degree programme in the social sciences or humanities
Annotation
An intensive 2-semester project seminar and the final thesis, which is scheduled for 6 months, make up the core of the research-oriented course. Excellent staff-student ratio.
Admission requirements
1. Proof of a qualified degree of a course with at least three-year course duration at a university or a national or nationally recognised vocational academy in a subject relevant for the course in sociology or humanities (at least Bachelor of Arts [BA] or equivalent degree).
2. A letter of motivation covering at least two DIN A 2 pages, stating reasons for choosing the Master's degree course on Sociology and describing the related expectations and goals of the applicant. The letter of motivation may also be written in English.
Lecture period
- 07.04.2026 - 18.07.2026
- 19.10.2026 - 06.02.2027
Application deadlines
Summer semester (2026)
Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants
Applications by 15/7 for the winter semester, and by 15/1 for the summer semester. www.uni.kn/studienangebot/masterDeadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union
Until 15.01.2027 (Universitywide deadline)
please refer to the information on the degree programme for any deadlines that may differ
Winter semester (2026/2027)
Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants
Applications by 15/7 for the winter semester, and by 15/1 for the summer semester. Deviating deadlines can be found on the web pages. www.uni.kn/studienangebot/masterDeadlines for International Students from the European Union
No informationEnrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students
15.7 (admission restricted courses) and/or 15.9 (non-admission restricted courses), unless specified differently by the respective programme
Tuition fees
Tuition fees
In Baden-Württemberg, tuition fees will apply for students from countries outside the EU/EEA, as well as fees for a second degree course. There are exceptions. Please visit our website for more detailed information.
Languages of instruction
Main language
German
Further languages
English
