Overview

In the Politics and Technology program from Technical University of Munich, students will learn advanced methodological tool 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.

Students at Politics and Technology program at Technical University of Munich will know how:

To combine knowledge in engineering or natural sciences with expertise in political science

To integrate know-how, skills, and competencies from different disciplines into the political dialog

To analyze and evaluate specific theories and methods of political science

To identify opportunities for interdisciplinary working methods and approaches in technology-related fields of action in political science

To implement projects independently and on their own responsibility

Careers

Technical University of Munich Master’s program gives students first-rate analytical and leadership skills. In this program, that cuts across disciplines, students will gain outstanding skills for careers as analysts, communicators, managers, innovators, and leaders at all levels of government and public administration, in the private sector, in think tanks, the media, domestic and international non-profit and non-governmental organizations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantitative Methods

Advanced Methods for Measurement and Modeling of Choice Behavior
Qualitative Interviews

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

München, Germany
Garching bei München, Germany

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Political Science View 37 other Masters in Political Science in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum requirements to apply for a Master’s program at TUM are a recognized undergraduate degree (e.g. a Bachelor’s) and the successful completion of the aptitude assessment procedure. The aptitude assessment allows the TUM school to which you are applying to evaluate your individual talents and motivation for study.
Generally, applicants with a qualification for postgraduate studies (e.g. a Bachelor’s) obtained outside of Germany must have their documents reviewed in advance through uni-assist (Preliminary Documentation).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

8000 EUR / year

≈ 8000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Domestic and EU/EWR students do not pay tuition fees — they only pay the compulsory semester fee: 97.00 €.

Living costs

München

Germany

1078 - 1689 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Students at Politics and Technology program at Technical University of Munich will know how:

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying Computer Science & IT

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

München

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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