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4 semesters
English
Free
Winter
The University of Siegen offers a fascinating course called "Roads to Democracies - Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on Politics and Culture." This course delves into the historical and contemporary aspects of politics and culture, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the development of democracies. Through in-depth analysis and critical thinking, students explore the various paths that societies have taken to achieve democratic governance. The course also examines the role of culture in shaping political systems and the impact of historical events on the formation of democratic societies. Overall, this course provides a unique and insightful perspective on the complex relationship between politics, culture, and democracy.
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What you need to apply for Roads to Democracies - Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on Politics and Culture at University of Siegen
A very good command of English (equivalent to Level C1 of the CEFR) documented by internationally recognised test certificates (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge certificate). In some cases students can be exempted from submitting a formal test certificate, e.g. when students have obtained a BA degree from a university where the language of instruction was English.
What to prepare for your application to Roads to Democracies - Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on Politics and Culture
Admission procedure / Application
Applicants need to submit the following documents:
Letter of motivation (English, 750 to 1000 words with information about professional qualifications, personal motivation described from a professional-scientific perspective)
Short CV in English (English)
Document for the conversion of the grade according to the Bavarian formula (PDF template)
https://www.uni-siegen.de/phil/studium/studiengaenge/mast...
Certified copies of university degree certificates, transcripts of records and university entrance certificate
Language certificates (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, see website for further information)
An exposé of research ideas for the applicant's potential Master's thesis of 2000 to 2500 words in English, which must meet scientific standardsand include references to the current state of research
A letter of recommendation from a university professor in English
Certificates of vocational training, internships, social commitment can also be taken into account and uploaded to the application portal
Please consult the program website for further information concerning the application procedure. The assessment of the study-related special qualification is part of the application procedure. It is based on the submitted application documents.
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Direct Application:
https://unisono.uni-siegen.de/qisserver/pages/cs/sys/port...
A study-related special qualification is ascertained when the submitted documents, in particular the transcript of records, the letter of motivation and the exposé show that the student has the ability to conduct independent scientific work and has the relevant methodological competencies that enable him/her to successfully complete the Master's program.
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Admission to the Master's program requires a proof of a study-related special qualification. A study-related special qualification is ascertained when the submitted documents, in particular the transcript of records, the letter of motivation and the exposé show that the student has the ability to conduct independent scientific work and has the relevant methodological competencies that enable him/her to successfully complete the Master's program. The assessment of the study-related special qualification is part of the application procedure.
Admission to the Master's program requires a proof of a study-related special qualification. A study-related special qualification is ascertained when the submitted documents, in particular the transcript of records, the letter of motivation and the exposé show that the student has the ability to conduct independent scientific work and has the relevant methodological competencies that enable him/her to successfully complete the Master's program. The assessment of the study-related special qualification is part of the application procedure.
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