In the major field of study International Relations you will deal with the political, legal and economic dimensions of a changing world order. You will examine the growing interdependence of national political systems and economies and the role of transnational governmental and non-governmental organizations.
The course of studies connects:
With the interdisciplinary education you will acquire all necessary knowledge and skills in International Relations. You will be introduced to scientific analysis and reflection of problems in order to strengthen your solution-oriented judgement.
The course of study will teach you the interrelationships, concepts and approaches to solutions in international relations. You will learn to think and solve problems in a logical, structured, analytical and critical manner. In addition, you will be able to deal independently and critically with the global challenges of our time.
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The bachelor's degree course at the University of Erfurt comprises a major and a minor subject (two-subject bachelor's degree) as well as the fundamental course of study. It aims to impart specialist content and occupational field orientation as well as interdisciplinary skills. The standard period of study is six semesters.
Orientation Phase (First Year)
They attend introductory lectures in Law, Social and Economics Sciences:
Qualification Phase (Second/Third Year)
You will attend in-depth seminars and lectures in compulsory and optional modules:
The major and minor subjects differ in terms of the content and scope of the course. In the major subject a Bachelor thesis is written.
At the University of Erfurt, you will study a major and a minor subject (two-subject bachelor) in the bachelor's program. You may have to observe combination rules.
Combination rule:
The STUDIMAT supports you in combining the major with the minor subject. Try it out now!
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A semester abroad in an English speaking country is strongly recommended. The International Office will be happy to assist you in organizing your stay abroad.
General information on the admission requirements (study without Abitur):
www.uni-erfurt.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung-einschreibung
With the beginning of the studies:
Until the end of the studies:
The Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum) offers around 140 language courses per semester in 16 modern and ancient (foreign) languages. It supports you in acquiring and deepening your language skills.
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Information on required German language skills and the German language test for university admission (DSH)
Language requirements for access / DSH
Only a limited number of places are available for the International Relations programme (internal university admission restriction, numerus clausus). The number of places is determined anew for each winter semester.
The places are allocated in an admission procedure according to the following criteria:
Information on the application of admission restricted study programs
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Discovery Days
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The major subject in International Relations is admission-restricted (with NC).
Application for the two-subject Bachelor's degree:
For the combination of International Relations with an admission-free program (without NC) or an admission-restricted program (with NC), please apply from June 1 to July 15 using the following link.
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