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Comparative Cultural Studies, Social Justice, and Human Rights● OpenMastersPreview

Justice and Inequalities: Comparative Cultural Studies

An interdisciplinary Master’s programme exploring global justice, inequalities, and human rights through cultural, social, and legal perspectives.

Best for:Best for students with a Bachelor’s in humanities, social sciences, or law seeking to specialize in comparative cultural studies, global justice, and interdisciplinary research with a focus on Latin America and international development.

Justus Liebig University Giessen · Giessen, Germany

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Global inequalities and social justiceIntersectionality and gender studiesHuman rights violations and transitional justicePeace and conflict researchSustainable development and climate justicePolitical economy of development

This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.

Deadline

Funding

Unfunded

None (tuition fees: 403 EUR/semester; living costs: ~900-1,000 EUR/month)

Start date

Winter semester (typically October)

Full-time

Location

Giessen

Germany

Overview

This Master of Arts programme at Justus Liebig University Giessen focuses on comparative cultural studies with a strong emphasis on justice, inequalities, and human rights. Taught entirely in Spanish, it integrates humanities, social sciences, and law to address systemic injustices, intersectional inequalities, and global challenges like climate justice, gender studies, and sustainable development. The curriculum combines theoretical modules, internships, and international collaborations, particularly with Latin American partners. Students engage with real-world issues such as peace and conflict research, political economy, and social policy, preparing them for careers in academia, NGOs, or international organizations.

Comparative cultural studiesSocial justice researchHuman rights advocacyIntersectional inequalitiesLatin American studiesGlobal development policiesCultural studies and lawInterdisciplinary humanities

What you'll do

Develop a critical understanding of justice, inequalities, and human rights from cultural, social, and legal perspectives through interdisciplinary modules.
Engage in research projects addressing global issues such as climate justice, gender studies, and sustainable development.
Complete a compulsory internship in Germany or abroad, focusing on policy-making, development cooperation, or cultural diplomacy.
Participate in international collaborations, including guest lectures, thematic comparisons, and partnerships with Latin American institutions.
Write and defend a Master’s thesis (30 ECTS) on a topic related to justice and inequalities, supervised by faculty members.
Develop intercultural communication skills and employability through extracurricular modules.
Contribute to research initiatives at the GCSC, TraCe Research Center, and ZEU, focusing on political violence and international development.

Requirements

Degree required: A recognised Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS minimum) in Law, Political or Social Sciences, Education, History, Anthropology, Geography, Environmental Sciences, or a related field. Equivalent degrees may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)

Language: Spanish at level C1; English at level B1 (official certificates required for English).

Instruction: Spanish (primary); English (for some classes and daily-life orientation).

Required skills

Proven academic writing and research skills in humanities or social sciences
Ability to conduct interdisciplinary analysis combining cultural, social, and legal perspectives
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for addressing complex global issues
Proficiency in Spanish at level C1 (mandatory for programme participation)
Basic English proficiency at level B1 (for daily-life orientation and some classes)

Nice to have

Experience in international or cross-cultural research projectsFamiliarity with qualitative research methods (e.g., case studies, discourse analysis)Prior exposure to Latin American studies or global development topicsBasic knowledge of German (not required but beneficial for internships and local integration)

Eligibility

Open to applicants from non-EU and EU countries
No age restrictions, but prior degree completion is mandatory
No residency requirements, but proof of financial resources (992 EUR/month) is required for non-EU applicants to secure a study visa
No prior work experience required, but internship experience is encouraged

Funding & terms

Type

Unfunded

Amount

None (tuition fees: 403 EUR/semester; living costs: ~900-1,000 EUR/month)

Duration

4 semesters (2 years)

Programme

University (partial scholarships available for international students)

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How to apply

Deadline: 15 August (for winter semester)

Applicants must submit their application through uni-assist, an external service provider. Required documents include a completed application form, Bachelor’s degree certificate, transcripts, proof of language proficiency (Spanish C1 and English B1), a CV, a letter of motivation, and two letters of recommendation. Additional documents may be requested depending on the applicant’s background.

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