Master of Public Policy and Social Change - Master

Wird zum Wintersemester 2020/2021 neu eingerichtet.

 Bachelor's Degree Certificate in Political Science, Sociology, Economics, or related Social Science discipline (usually of 180 ECTS) with a final GPA of at least 2.0 based on the German grading system or equivalent. Final grades of international applicants will be converted into the German grading system and are therefore also subject to this rule.

• Applicants should attach a certificate stating that they have successfully completed their first university degree. If the applicant is yet to complete their final examinations they are required to attach a transcript (or equivalent documents) providing evidence of the successful completion of the year prior to the final examination.

Complete Transcript of Records with a final grade or calculated grade average.

• The transcript should also prove that the applicant has a basic knowledge of empirical social research and statistics. 

 Applicants are expected to attach a CV in tabular format in English (max. 2 pages).

Further documents proving specific qualifications relevant to the desired course of study may be submitted. Examples of these additional documents are, among others, proof of additional foreign language skills, results of relevant tests or exams taken, and certificates of participation in summer schools or research projects that are not documented in the applicant's academic transcript. 

Note: It is not compulsory to send reference letters. However, if you wish to hand in reference letters, you can do so voluntarily.

Proof of English Language Qualification (for all applicants whose first language is not English)

Level B2/C1 or equivalent according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), normally translated to: 
- TOEFL ibt: 79
- TOEFL pbt: 550 
- IELTS: 6.5 (overall band)
- Cambridge English Scale 176
- German HZB /z.B. Abiturzeugnis, Fachhochschulreife
- Secondary school certificate and/or university degree where the main language of instruction and examination was English
 

Understanding the complexity of public policy in a fast-changing world is becoming ever more important for policymakers and analysts. Master of Public Policy and Social Change (MPPSC) is a first-class international Master's programme focusing on the analysis of public policies in the light of social changes and societal challenges at the national, regional and global level. It is a consecutive Master's programme for highly-motivated international BA graduates of political science, sociology and related social-science disciplines. MPPSC will enable graduates to become the policy analysts of tomorrow, for a world better governed.

The programme provides students with knowledge of the relevant sociological and political science theories and skills in quantitative and qualitative methods enabling them to analyse and critically assess policies and social change and communicate them to decision-makers. A core element of the programme is its international comparative focus. Students will critically assess the performance of countries and effectiveness of policies in dealing with social change and societal and economic challenges. In addition to core obligatory courses, students can choose from various specialisation courses and interdisciplinary electives. 

The core faculty members responsible for delivering teaching and supervision on the MPPSC programme are leading experts of political science, sociology and public policy with an international profile. In addition to their background and experience of the German university sector, the MPPSC team members have studied and worked in various excellent universities in Austria, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom and the United States. Hence, they have the expertise and experience required to deliver a genuinely international experience to students in Tübingen.

Areas of Specialization

• Comparative Public Policy 
• Analysis of Social Inequalities 
• Effectiveness of Interventions 

Interdisciplinary Electives

A wide variety of topics from: 

• Comparative Politics (including Comparative & Middle East Politics, and Politics and Society in East-Asia) 
• Ethics and Sustainability 
• Economics and Econometrics 
• Modern Languages

Optional time abroad
You may choose to spend some time abroad as part of any study program. You should start planning it 12 to 18 months before your departure. 
Here you will find general information and advice on studying abroad. In addition, some departments have their own subject-specific services providing information on studying abroad.

Advice and internships
The University’s Career Service assists with careers orientation and getting started in your profession. Jobs and internships can be found in the Praxisportal.