Political Science
Leuphana Bachelor
Every day politics is faced with new challenges. Whether economic globalisation, cross-border migration or ongoing climate change: complex problems of society do not only call for comprehensive and effective solutions, but must also be tackled within the framework of democratic structures and processes.
Please note
The Political Sciencemajor is offered in the German language and is thus directed at prospective students with a good command of German. The programme’s German-language web pages provide detailed information needed on the content of the course and application procedures.
Leuphana Bachelor: Studying at College
In the Leuphana Bachelor with Political Science major, you combine specialist knowledge with solution-oriented thinking and responsible action. The Leuphana Semester and Complementary Studies provide the framework for dealing with socially relevant topics outside your chosen major/minor combination. They are an integral part of the Leuphana Bachelor and give you the freedom to immerse yourself in different fields of knowledge and to develop viable solutions for the challenges of the future together with other college students.
Course Structure
The Political Science major is embedded in the interdisciplinary College study model with Leuphana Semester, Minor and Complementary Studies. You start your Bachelor studies with the Leuphana semester. The first semester at Leuphana College gives you the opportunity to deal fundamentally with science. The Minor deepens or supplements your Major with another subject area. In Complementary Studies you have the freedom to pursue your thirst for knowledge individually by immersing yourself in a different field of knowledge each semester.
Possible combinations of minors (subsidiary subjects)
The Political Science major can be studied in combination with one of the following minor:
- Business Administration (GER)
- Business Psychology (GER)
- Digital Media / Information Technology & Culture (GER)
- Economics (GER / ENG)
- Educational Sciences (GER)
- Law (Corporate and Business Law) (GER)
- Philosophy (GER / ENG)
- Spatial Sciences (GER / ENG)
- Sustainability Science (GER / ENG)
Language of instruction
GER German-language subject: German required
GER / ENG German-language subject can also be taken in English
Possible minor combinations
The Leuphana Bachelor enables the combination of different interests through major and minor. With the minor choice you can move within traditional disciplines or give your Bachelor an individual profile. You can also choose a minor that is not listed in the overview.
Language of instruction
ENG English-language subject: no German required
GER German-language subject: German required
GER / ENG German-language subject can also be taken in English
At a glance
- Study programme: Leuphana Bachelor with Political Science major
- Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Duration: 3 years (6 semesters)
- Extent: 180 ECTS
- Study places: 71
- Language: German
- Fees: no tuition fees
- Semester contribution: approx. EUR 393,09 EUR
- Semester abroad: possible
- Start date: Beginning of October (winter semester)
- Application period: Mid May – July 15
- Requirements: university entrance qualification and English skills
- Restricted admission : yes
- Admission: own procedure at Leuphana College
Contact & Counseling
Initial Information
Information Office (Infoportal)
Building 8, ground floor
Universitätsallee 1, 21335 Lüneburg
Phone +49.4131.677-2277
Fax +49.4131.677-1430
studierendenservice@leuphana.de
Opening hours
Term time & term break:
Mon - Thu 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fr 9 - 12 a.m.
Arrange an appointment
College's Student Counselling Service
Building 8, ground floor
Universitätsallee 1, 21335 Lüneburg
Open Consultation Hours
Wed 11 – 13 h (on campus)
Thu 16 – 18 h (via Zoom)
Programme Director
- Prof. Dr. Michael Koß