Overview

Students enrolled in the programme gain insights into the economic, social, ethical, and cultural contexts and constraints of development. The programme provides outstanding opportunities to put theory into practice through international field research, with a strong focus on integrating quantitative and qualitative methods.

The programme addresses the worldwide need for experts in the expanding field of development research as well as for project managers in international development cooperation.

Who should study this degree programme?

This Development Studies programme from University of Passau is particularly suitable for students with a first degree in social science and mid-career professionals in any development-related field. Qualified students from developing and emerging countries are particularly welcome.

Career prospects

Graduates have a wide range of potential career paths within the development field, such as:

programme managers for local and international development organisations, including government agencies, non-governmental organisations and community groups
policymakers at bilateral and multilateral organisations, such as GIZ, the World Bank and the United Nations, as well as for civil society advocacy groups
an academic career as a researcher/doctoral student

Programme Structure

Module area A: Foundation (15 ECTS)

Methods and theories of development research
Interdisciplinary development seminar

Module area B: Research (at least 25 ECTS)

Qualitative and quantitative research methods
Research seminar
Development studies colloquia

Module area C: Specialisation (at least 45 ECTS)

At least one module from three out of these five groups:

Economics
Southeast Asian Studies
Sociology and Politics
Sustainability and Resources
Geographies of Development

Module area D: Transfer (15 ECTS)

Applied development studies (compulsory)
Foreign language module
Development studies in perspective
Development studies in perspective I
Development studies in perspective II

Master's thesis (25 ECTS)

You will write a thesis in English on a topic from module area C: Specialisation

Study focus

You have th eoption of choosing one of the following as a study focus that is listed in your final transcript:

Southeast Asian Studies
Economics
Sustainability

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-10-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Economics Sociology International Development View 37 other Masters in Sociology in Germany

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A first (bachelor’s or equivalent) university degree in a social science, i.e. economics, anthropology, demography, empirical social or human geography, sociology, political science, administrative science or any other equivalent degree with a minimum of 60 ECTS credits in one or several of these disciplines.
Any past achievements and qualifications gained in 'Wirtschaftswissenschaften' (combined business and economics programmes) must be derived specifically from economics ('Volkswirtschaftslehre') modules. This first degree must have been obtained as part of a programme of study with a minimum standard duration of three years' full-time study.

Unless English is your first language or the language of instruction for your undergraduate studies or secondary school education, you will need to prove that you have adequate English skills (level B2 CEFR or higher)

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.

The University of Passau does not charge tuition fees. However, you have to pay a contribution of currently €87.00 per semester at matriculation and re-registration.

Living costs for Passau

630 - 1000 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

For highly qualified graduates from third-world, threshold, or developing countries, the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) in Bonn, Germany, grants up to ten full scholarships per year to cover the expenses for the whole two-year programme at the University of Passau.

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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