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GeT MA - German-Turkish Master's Programme in Social Sciences

Humboldt University of Berlin (HU Berlin) Berlin

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  • Over 1,500 EUR/sem
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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
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  • 15 Jun
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About the programme

Humboldt University of Berlin (HU Berlin) is a renowned institution known for its excellence in research and teaching. The GeT MA - German-Turkish Master's Programme in Social Sciences is a unique and interdisciplinary program offered by HU Berlin in collaboration with the Middle East Technical University in Ankara, Turkey. This program aims to provide students with a deep understanding of the social, political, and economic dynamics in both Germany and Turkey. Students in the GeT MA program have the opportunity to study in both countries, gaining valuable insights and perspectives from two different cultural and academic environments. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in academia, research, or international organizations with a focus on German-Turkish relations and social sciences.

Fields of study

Sociology(Social Sciences & Humanities)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for GeT MA - German-Turkish Master's Programme in Social Sciences at Humboldt University of Berlin (HU Berlin)

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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Due to our high academic standard and the regulations of both universities all applicants have to prove their English knowledge with a TOEFL or IELTS test.

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
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Students who graduate in the ongoing semester must attach a transcript and a confirmation by the registrar’s office stating the exact date of graduation to the application. Hence, for the application, it is not necessary to have the final diploma. However, you have to submit your BA diploma before actually starting the program in September.

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Prerequisites

Completed application form.

Statement of purpose (maximum 2 pages, English): please state your motivation to apply for the GeT MA program. Explain your objectives and targets, research, fields of interest, and relevant background. Indicate your honor(s), scholarship(s), publications, etc.

Curriculum Vitae.

Two letters of recommendation: it is recommended that you request letters of recommendation from faculty members of the last institution you were enrolled in as a full-time student. Ideally, your referees will be professors who know you well from the courses you attended. The letters must be sealed and be either sent directly to the GeT MA office or handed in together with the application forms (please note: references have to be composed in English).

Copy of high school diploma (e.g. Abiturzeugnis, Baccalauréat, A-Levels).

Copies of B.A. degree or an equivalent degree in a relevant area of study (e.g. social science, political science, sociology, European studies, history, public administration, public policy, law or economics, Turcology & oriental studies).

Records of study or transcripts from all universities attended.

Certificates attesting language proficiency in English - equivalent B2 (see language requirements).

One writing sample (maximum 10 pages, in English or German): submit your B.A. thesis, term paper or any writing sample from your previous studies.

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What to prepare for your application to GeT MA - German-Turkish Master's Programme in Social Sciences

Programme-specific documents

Required documents:

Completed application form.

Statement of purpose (maximum 2 pages, English): please state your motivation to apply for the GeT MA program. Explain your objectives and targets, research, fields of interest, and relevant background. Indicate your honor(s), scholarship(s), publications, etc.

Curriculum Vitae.

Two letters of recommendation: it is recommended that you request letters of recommendation from faculty members of the last institution you were enrolled in as a full-time student. Ideally, your referees will be professors who know you well from the courses you attended. The letters must be sealed and be either sent directly to the GeT MA office or handed in together with the application forms (please note: references have to be composed in English).

Copy of high school diploma (e.g. Abiturzeugnis, Baccalauréat, A-Levels).

Copies of B.A. degree or an equivalent degree in a relevant area of study (e.g. social science, political science, sociology, European studies, history, public administration, public policy, law or economics, Turcology & oriental studies).

Records of study or transcripts from all universities attended.

Certificates attesting language proficiency in English - equivalent B2 (see language requirements).

One writing sample (maximum 10 pages, in English or German): submit your B.A. thesis, term paper or any writing sample from your previous studies.

Please send the application form with all the other application materials by email to:

[email protected]

Furthermore, please submit a signed printout with all the other application materials to:

Humboldt Universität zu Berlin

Institut für Sozialwissenschaften

German Turkish Masters Program - Application

Unter den Linden 6

10099 Berlin

Germany

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for GeT MA - German-Turkish Master's Programme in Social Sciences at Humboldt University of Berlin (HU Berlin)

Application procedure

Starting a course of study at the Humboldt University of Berlin is only possible if you submit an application in advance.

A distinction is made between two application paths:

Apply directly via the online application portal of the Humboldt University of Berlin or

Application via the preliminary examination office uni-assist eV

Which of these two options applies to you depends on which access authorization you base your application on. Your nationality doesn't matter. The only decisive factor is whether it is a German or a foreign access authorization.

Note: Experienced professionals without a primary school-based university entrance qualification can, under certain conditions, rely on a general or subject-specific university entrance qualification in accordance with Section 11 of the Berlin Higher Education Act (BerlHG). In any case, you register and apply directly to the Humboldt University of Berlin .

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Application fee

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Address

Institut für Sozialwissenschaften

Universitätsstraße 3b

10117 Berlin

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Costs

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Estimated year-1 total cost

25,944 – 46,344 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

GeT MA is a fee-based program. Tuitiuon fees for the foursemester (two-year) academic program are €2.500 per

semester. Students must cover the costs of living in both cities.

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