Political Sciences
- TEACHING QUALIFICATION
DEGREE
Bachelor of Arts
APPLICATION DEADLINE
July 15
INTERNSHIP
Required
Orientation internship during your studies
LANGUAGE
German
START
Winter Semester
STANDARD PERIOD OF STUDY
6 Semester
Everything you need to know as an international applicant
Information on applying for admission
Language requirements for study programs taught in German
Studying political sciences - teaching social studies
The Political Sciences Teaching Qualification study program allows you to engage in observation and analysis
- of various political systems with the people and institutions involved
- the relationship between citizens and politics
- of interstate relations and international organizations.
Students on this study program learn how such topics are theoretically grounded and can be described and explained based on empirical observations. Additionally, you acquire knowledge from related disciplines such as economics and sociology, and a subject-specific didactics module illustrates ways to practically apply your academic knowledge in school teaching.
Good to know
- Political science courses with a focus on current research
- Collaborations with faculty from the Institute of Economics and Law provide expert-led instruction in public law and economics.
- Collaborations with instructors from the teacher training and professional development seminars in Stuttgart and Esslingen, the Ludwigsburg University of Education, and the Institute of Educational Science at the University of Stuttgart provide practice-oriented subject didactics training.
- Buddy or mentoring program: The International Office offers two support programs to international students who are about to start their studies at the University of Stuttgart. Click here to find out more!
- Learning German: Find out how to learn German before and during your studies and read our tips on fun ways to practice. Click here to find out more!
- Student Counseling Center (ZSB): The ZSB provides you with information and advice to help you choose the right study program, supports you in starting your studies and helps you to succeed. Click here to find out more!
- Advice and assistance: Finding the right contact person is not always easy. Click here to find the responsible persons for various issues.
- Do you want to study abroad for a semester? During your Bachelor's study program, you have many options to gain international experience. Exchange programs, partner universities and scholarships make it easier to go abroad. Find out more about your options!
- If you plan to participate in an Erasmus study abroad program, the institute provides a contact person [de] who supports you throughout the application process.

Accreditation
The quality of this degree program has been certified.
Contact for further questions
Isabell Thaidigsmann
Dr.Studiengangsmanagerin und Fachstudienberaterin