Universität Leipzig: Studying

Study programs

Our range of courses

The Institute of Political Science offers three courses leading to a bachelor’s and master’s degree, as well as four teacher training courses in Social studies/Legal education(/Economics) with a state examination degree.

Study Organisation

First of all, study organisation means above all: self-organisation. We can help you with that.

Counselling

We can help you here. You will also find a collection of internal forms for studying at the institute.

Der Computerpool im Neuen Augusteum (Foto: Christian Hüller)

Module Registration

Shortly before the start of each semester, you will have to register for your modules and courses.

Literaturarbeit ist zentraler Bestandteil des Studiums der Politikwissenschaft (Foto: Colourbox)

Module Exams and Theses

What needs to be considered?

Szenenaufnahme: Zwei Frauen in einem Büro sitzen sich am Tisch gegenüber und sprechen miteinander.

Recognition of Credits

Are you changing your course or university? Are you coming back from abroad? This is how crediting works.

Schriftzug „Praktikum” in einem Notizbuch. Daneben eine Hand, die einen Füllhalter hält.

Internship

A six-week mandatory internship is included in the Political Science bachelor’s as well as master's degree.

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Counseling services at the University of Leipzig

Whether studying in special life situations, doubts, thoughts of dropping out: Counseling services easily explained

International

Foto: Verschiedene Tageszeitungen liegen aufgefächert auf einer Fläche

Bye and Welcome!

The Institute of Political Science maintains 35 partnerships with institutes in Europe as part of the Erasmus+ program. However, students also use other programs to study internationally or as guest students at our institute.

Career Prospects

Alumni of the Institute

A degree in political science opens up a wide range of career opportunities. Look what has become of our institute's alumni.