Sociology

Knowledge of society and culture, interaction and organization is a key requirement in today’s world for the development of personal and professional competencies. The interdisciplinary and research-oriented master’s degree program in Sociology focuses on research and career progression while also giving students wide-ranging opportunities to develop an individual profile. It is built on a partnership between the Institute of Sociology, the Forum Internationale Wissenschaft (FIW) and the German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS), all of which offer their own profile modules.

As well as giving them a thorough education in sociological theory and empirical research methodology, the degree program allows students to specialize in four thematic areas (Empirical Research Methods, Socioprudence in Organizations, Globalization and Development, and Science Studies and Science Communication), which are taught through internships geared toward specific professional skills. Moreover, students have the possibility to extend their knowledge beyond their own discipline, either in a particular specialized field (Subfields of Sociology, Political Science, Geography, Evaluation and Quality Assurance) or with regard to particular geographic regions (Asian Studies, Latin America, Eastern Europe).

Graduates of this degree program are able to assume management duties and positions at national or international companies, public authorities, industry and trade associations, media companies or academic research institutions.

Possible lines of work:

Journalism, public relations, media/communications industry (advertising, PR), media consulting, parliaments, public authorities, public administration, industry and trade associations, political or other foundations, policy consulting (think tanks, foundations, public affairs agencies), foreign service, international organizations, opinion polling, adult education, private economy, academia (teaching/research at universities, research institutions etc.)