Institute of Political Science
The Institute of Political Science (IPW) is responsible for all matters related to research, teaching and the study of political science. As part of the School of Public Affairs, the IPW's main objective is to consistently offer high-quality teaching course for various degree programs. Moreover, the Department promotes research as well as internationally visible publications across a broad range of topics. The research activities of the Institute’s members are documented on the webpage of the Center for the Study of Democracy (CSD). For updates on public lectures and conferences, please consult the CSD`s website ZDEMO.
Political System of the Federal Republic of Germany and the EU
Prof. Dr. Michael Koß
International Relations
Prof. Dr. Tobias Lenz
Research of Political Culture
Prof. Dr. Christian Welzel
Comparative Politics
Prof. Dr. Sarah Engler
Political Theory
Prof. Dr. Astrid Séville
Public Policy and Law
Prof. Dr. Natascha Zaun
Political economy
Prof. Dr. Lukas Hakelberg
Political Science is offered at Leuphana University of Lüneburg at Leuphana College as a major and minor within the Leuphana Bachelor's program. At the Leuphana Graduate School, students can specialize in Political Science as part of the Master's program in Public Affairs and Democracy (M.Sc.). In addition, Political Science courses are offered in various areas of the teacher training program.
After graduation of the master´s programm you will have the opportunity to attend the Phd programm in order to obtain the doctoral degree "Dr. phil." and "Dr. rer. pol." in the following subjects: