Applied Methods of Social Science Research (MA)
Philipps-Universität Marburg · Marburg, Europe
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12 mo
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About this programme
The two-semester Master of Arts in Applied Methods of Social Research (AMSR) equips students with advanced, broad, and research-oriented methodological expertise, enabling them to conduct independent research in the social sciences. Ideal for those who have already gained foundational knowledge in descriptive and inferential statistics during their Bachelor’s studies, the programme will deepen students' understanding of research design, data collection, and both qualitative and quantitative analysis methods. Students will expand their toolkit with a focus on advanced research designs and specialised methods, including data visualisation, statistical techniques, and qualitative discourse analysis. The curriculum also covers key research fields, such as Inequality and Diversity, Digital Societies, and International Politics and Conflict, where students will apply and refine their skills. Designed with a focus on both research and practical application, the programme prepares students for independent, theory-driven investigation of socially and politically relevant issues—culminating in the Master’s thesis. This international, English-language programme is particularly suited to those intending to pursue a PhD. The Applied Methods of Social Research Master's programme is structured into three main areas of study: Research Methods Research Fields Master's Thesis Please find further information about all modules here: https://www.uni-marburg.de/en/fb03/studying/english-study-programs-m-a/ma-amsr/structure. PDF Download
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Winter semester
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E.G. UNIcert® English: UNIcert® III TOEFL iBT Home Edition (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 TOEIC: 945 Reading: 455 Listening: 490 Speaking: 180 Writing: 180 telc English: telc English C1 PTE Academic: 76 IELTS Academic: 7 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced
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Prerequisites
General Admission Requirements Applicants must hold a relevant Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences or a comparable foreign degree with a final grade of at least 2.7 (German grading system). If the final degree is not available by the application deadline, provisional enrolment may be allowed. Social Science Methods Requirement Applicants must have completed at least 10 ECTS credits in social science methods, including at least 5 ECTS credits in quantitative methods and/or statistics.
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Tuition is No tuition fee. Taken from the university's published fees page, not re-checked since — confirm it before you budget. We confirm the current fee and the scholarships you qualify for — free.
The main intake is Winter semester. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
General Admission Requirements Applicants must hold a relevant Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences or a comparable foreign degree with a final grade of at least 2.7 (German grading system). If the final degree is not available by the application deadline, provisional enrolment may be allowed. Social Science Methods Requirement Applicants must have completed at least 10 ECTS credits in social science methods, including at least 5 ECTS credits in quantitative methods and/or statistics. English: E.G. UNIcert® English: UNIcert® III TOEFL iBT Home Edition (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 TOEIC: 945 Reading: 455 Listening: 490 Speaking: 180 Writing: 180 telc English: telc English C1 PTE Academic: 76 IELTS Academic: 7 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced.
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