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Technische Universität München
Master English Social Sciences

Politics and Technology

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

The Master's program in Politics & Technology offers a new approach to the study of politics and policy in an age of major technological and economic changes. Students learn advanced methodological tools and analytical skills, diverse theoretical approaches, and normative perspectives that can be applied to understanding the governance of new and existing technologies as well as pressing political and policy questions related to democratic and global governance, climate change, energy transitions, international trade and finance. Students will examine the causes of problems and analyze different policy solutions and instruments.
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The Master's program in Politics & Technology offers a new approach to the study of politics and policy in an age of major technological and economic changes. Students learn advanced methodological tools and analytical skills, diverse theoretical approaches, and normative perspectives that can be applied to understanding the governance of new and existing technologies as well as pressing political and policy questions related to democratic and global governance, climate change, energy transitions, international trade and finance. Students will examine the causes of problems and analyze different policy solutions and instruments.

Application Requirements

* Gerekli minimum derece: tanınmış bir lisans derecesi (örn. bir Bachelor's)
* Akademik olmayan gereksinimler: yetenek değerlendirme prosedürünün başarıyla tamamlanması

Language Requirements

* İngilizce: Yeterli İngilizce dil becerileri gereklidir
* Standart olmayan gereksinimler: Dil yeterliliğine dair kanıt, başvuru süresi sona ermeden önce sunulmalıdır

Required Documents

* gerekli_belgeler: Diploma ve Mezuniyet Belgesi veya Bugüne Kadarki Çalışmaların Ders ve Not Dökümü, Not Dökümü, İngilizce Dil Yeterlilik Belgesi, Deneme Yazısı, Niyet Mektubu (Motivasyon Mektubu), Eksiksiz ve Güncel Özgeçmiş, Pasaport, Lisansüstü eğitim yeterliliği Almanya dışında alındıysa Ön Belgeleme (VPD)
* diğer_detaylar: Eğitim geçmişine ve menşe ülkesine bağlı olarak ek belgeler istenebilir

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Politics and Technology at Technische Universität München

Is Politics and Technology at Technische Universität München taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Politics and Technology programme cost?

4.000 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Politics and Technology at Technische Universität München?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Politics and Technology?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Technische Universität München — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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