M.A. German 4 Semesters

Internationale Beziehungen

Technische Universität Dresden Dresden, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)

Until Mar 2028

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

German

Intakes per Year

Intake

Winter

Application for aptitude assessment April-May; Study application June-September

German Requirement

German-taught programmes require one of, submitted WITH the application: DSH 2; TestDaF wi...

Entrance Test

Aptitude assessment (Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren)

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Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: None (public university)

Non-EU / International

tuition:: None

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Technische Universität Dresden, an Universitäten in Dresden, Germany offers an M.A. in Internationale Beziehungen, spanning 4 semesters (120 ECTS credits). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

German: DSH-2 or equivalent; English and further languages recommended

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

German Language

German-taught programmes require one of, submitted WITH the application: DSH 2; TestDaF with at least 4 in all sections; DSD II; German exam within the assessment test (Feststellungspruefung); Goethe-Institut C2; telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule (very good/good/satisfactory); German Abitur or >= 4 years at a German-speaking school. To be admitted only to the DSH examination instead: C1 certificate, or B2 + evidence of further course up to C1, or DSH 1, or TestDaF 2x3+2x4, or telc C1 Hochschule 'sufficient'. For the preparatory German course (Propaedeutikum) / Studienkolleg: B2 certificate, or B1 (+ current participation certificate of a B2 course), or TestDaF 4x3. Applicants for International Relations (BA+MA), Medicine, Dentistry, Midwifery, Psychology (clinical) M.Sc., Medical Radiation Sciences M.Sc. must already prove sufficient German WITH their application (no DSH-exam route). Without any German skills, direct application is not possible unless applying for an English-taught master.

Entrance Test

Aptitude assessment (Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren)

Verified from the university's official page

Application Periods

Winter Semester Semester

Entry: 31 May, 15 Jul, 15 Sep

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor degree in politics, law, or economics or related field

Entrance Tests & Assessments

Admission-free with aptitude assessment (zulassungsfrei mit Eignungsfeststellung)
Aptitude assessment required (Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren)

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Dresden

Subject Groups

Social Sciences & Psychology

Study Fields

Internationale Beziehungen

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Technische Universität Dresden welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Internationale Beziehungen in Dresden. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 120 ECTS credits.

This programme is taught in German. You will need to prove German proficiency, typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4. Some universities accept Goethe-Zertifikat C1.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to Technische Universität Dresden's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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