Master of Arts in Ethics – Economics, Law and Politics (EELP)
Interdisciplinary research-focused master’s programme blending philosophy, economics, law, and political science to address global ethical challenges.
Best for:Best for graduates in philosophy, economics, law, or political science with a strong interest in interdisciplinary ethics and policy analysis, seeking a research-intensive programme with international exposure.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Ethics – Economics, Law and Politics (EELP) at Ruhr-Universität Bochum is a four-semester, interdisciplinary programme combining normative philosophy with empirical social sciences. Students explore six core topics—Globalisation and Justice, Markets and Morality, Climate Change and Responsibility, Welfare and Dignity, Migration and Rights, and Digitalisation and Self-Determination—through a project-oriented curriculum. The programme is designed for outstanding Bachelor’s graduates and young professionals seeking to tackle complex ethical and policy challenges. In the second year, students can pursue applied projects with internships or research-oriented projects at international partner institutions, culminating in a Master’s thesis and colloquium.
What you'll do
- Develop and conduct independent research projects on interdisciplinary ethical topics, combining normative and empirical perspectives.
- Participate in project-based learning, including applied internships or research collaborations with international partners.
- Complete a Master’s thesis (20 ECTS) and present findings in an oral colloquium (6 ECTS).
- Engage in interdisciplinary coursework covering philosophy, economics, law, and political science modules.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty on thematic focus areas such as climate change, digitalisation, and migration.
- Attend seminars, workshops, and lectures delivered by international guest lecturers and partner institutions.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in philosophy, economics, law, or political science. For dual-subject Bachelor’s programmes, 65 ECTS must be earned in one relevant field.
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)
Language: English proficiency at C1 level (e.g., UNIcert II, TOEFL iBT 88, IELTS 6.0, or equivalent).
Instruction: English (with some German-language courses available in the Law module).
- Ability to independently analyse and discuss interdisciplinary ethical topics with normative and descriptive frameworks.
- Strong academic writing and research skills, including structuring arguments and citing sources.
- Proficiency in critical thinking and rational analysis of complex ethical dilemmas.
- Familiarity with core concepts in philosophy, economics, law, and political science.
- No nationality restrictions; open to applicants from EU, non-EU, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and the UK.
- No age restrictions.
- No prior work experience required.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2024-07-15
Applicants must submit an online application via the university’s portal (HISinOne) including a Bachelor’s degree certificate, admission essay (6 pages max), and letter of motivation. The admission essay must address one of the programme’s focus topics, demonstrating independent analysis and academic rigor. English proficiency certificates must also be uploaded.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcript
- Admission essay (6 pages max, divided into content-related discussion and letter of motivation)
- Official English proficiency certificate (C1 level)
- Letter of motivation (1 page)
- CV (optional but recommended)
Contact
EELP Programme Office· Admissions Contact
https://www.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/eelp/bewerb/bewerbung.html.en
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