MA (Hons) German and Politics in Aberdeen United Kingdom | University of Aberdeen

Combining German with Politics at Aberdeen enhances your advanced skills in a contemporary European language and culture while providing a thorough examination of political systems at national, European, and global levels, positioning you at the cutting edge of current international affairs. You'll learn from distinguished experts who frequently provide media commentary on unfolding global events. This program offers ideal preparation for diverse careers in European affairs, politics, media, and numerous other professional fields. Regardless of your starting proficiency, you'll establish a strong foundation in German language studies within a program that received the highest "Excellent" rating in the most recent national Teaching Quality Assessment. The curriculum also provides comprehensive insights into German-speaking cultures through courses examining social, historical, and cultural dimensions, along with exposure to German creative expression via literature, cinema, and visual arts, complemented by nuanced understanding of Germany's intricate historical narrative.
In the Politics component, you'll engage directly with pressing global discussions, including the UK's evolving relationship with Europe and internal regionalization movements. The program investigates electoral patterns, comparative political structures, policy formulation and implementation, nationalist movements, democratic theory, and persistent challenges of conflict resolution. Unique course options are available, drawing directly from our faculty's extensive research expertise and their established reputation for publishing influential international scholarship.