Key Facts
Degree
M.A.
Duration
4 Semesters
Type
Postgraduate
Accreditation
Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)
Until Sep 2028
uni-assist
Not Required
Language
German
Campus
Münster
Intakes per Year
1
Tuition & Fees
EU / EEA Students
- tuition:
- No tuition fees (funded by federal/state police authorities)
Non-EU / International
- tuition:
- Not applicable (restricted to German police officers)
Deutsche Hochschule der Polizei, a Hochschulen eigenen Typs in Münster, Germany offers an M.A. in Öffentliche Verwaltung – Polizeimanagement, with a standard duration of 4 semesters (approximately 2 years). 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. 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 — German native/fluent (police officers only)
Application Periods
Semester
Admission Requirements
The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.
Academic Qualifications
- Hochschulreife or equivalent qualification
- Completed FH degree + Laufbahnprüfung for gehobener Polizeivollzugsdienst, OR university degree — plus selection via Bestenauswahl
Additional Requirements
- Active police officer (gehobener or höherer Dienst) of Bund or Länder
- Max age 40 (exceptions up to 45 in certain cases)
Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Deutsche Hochschule der Polizei welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Öffentliche Verwaltung – Polizeimanagement in Münster. 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).
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 (€11,208/year), and living expenses.
Applications are submitted directly to Deutsche Hochschule der Polizei'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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