Double Master's Degree in Sociology
A collaborative international Master's programme in sociology and social research offered by the University of Bamberg and partner institutions.
Best for:Prospective Master's students in sociology seeking an international research-oriented degree with a focus on empirical methods.
Overview
The University of Bamberg offers a double Master's degree programme in Sociology and Social Research in partnership with the University of Trento, Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona, or Tilburg University. Students spend their first year in Bamberg and their second year at the chosen partner institution to earn two distinct Master's degrees. The curriculum emphasizes empirical research methods, advanced data analysis, and thematic specializations such as demography, migration, and family studies. Applicants must meet the specific academic criteria for both the Bamberg programme and their selected partner university.
What you'll do
- Complete 60 ECTS credits at the University of Bamberg.
- Complete 60 ECTS credits at the selected partner university (Trento, Barcelona, or Tilburg).
- Participate in advanced data analysis and empirical research methodology courses.
- Engage in thematic specialization modules relevant to the chosen partner programme.
- Complete a Master's thesis as part of the degree requirements.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, or a related field with at least 180 ECTS.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English (B2 level required).
Instruction: English (German required for specific courses in the Trento programme).
- Minimum of 30 ECTS in sociology (including theory, methods, and general subject areas).
- Proficiency in social science statistics and research methods.
- English language proficiency at B2 level (CEFR).
- Academic GPA meeting the specific threshold of the chosen partner institution.
- Must satisfy admission criteria for the University of Bamberg's MA Soziologie.
- Must satisfy admission criteria for the specific partner university (Trento, Barcelona, or Tilburg).
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How to apply
Deadline: 2025-07-01
Applicants must apply for the regular MSc Sociology and Social Research at the University of Bamberg and indicate their interest in the double-degree programme during the process. Required documents must be submitted through the university's official application portal.
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- English language proficiency certificate
- Transcript of records
- Motivation letter
- Copy of passport or identity card
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