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Political Science (M.A.)

🎓 Freie Universität Berlin 📍 Berlin ⏱️ 2 years
⏰ Application Deadline
15 May 2026
1 month remaining
🎯
IELTS Required
7+
TOEFL 100+
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Tuition
Free
+ €310 semester fee
📊
Min. GPA
3
out of 4.0
📅
Deadline
15 May
Winter intake · 2026

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Admission Requirements

  • ✓ B.A. Political Science, International Relations, Sociology or related
  • ✓ IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 100
  • ✓ Statement of purpose (1500 words)
  • ✓ 2 academic references
  • ✓ Writing sample

Financial Breakdown

€11,208
Block Account (Visa)
One-time deposit
€1100
Monthly Living Cost
Rent + food + transport
€110/mo
Health Insurance
Statutory insurance
€310
Semester Fee
Per semester
Free
Tuition
Per semester
€15,500
Total Year 1 Est.
All-in estimate

* Estimates based on 2026 data. Living costs vary by lifestyle. See our Berlin city guide for detailed budgets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is German required for this program?
No, this master is fully conducted in English. German language skills give additional benefit for internships.