Double Degree Masters Programs Elena Chincarini, Sarah Seiler

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1 Double Degree Masters Programs Elena Chincarini, Sarah Seiler p. 1

2 The Double Degree Program Two Countries Two Years Two Qualifications One year in Bamberg & one year abroad Two Qualifications in relatively short time Two Master s Degrees from two different countries and universities Development of specific knowledge in specific fields of study Choice between different focuses of studies p. 2

3 Why doing a Double Degree Program International Experience English studies Writing the Master Thesis abroad or in Bamberg with the supervision of professors from both universities Getting to know another type of educational system Discovering a new culture Learning new languages p. 3

4 The Benefits of a Double Degree Program Postgraduate Research International oriented career in the public or private sector Careers in business, government, NGO s and international organizations Careers in statistical offices and research institutes PhD level Journalism, etc. p. 4

5 Where to go? Trento Barcelona p. 5

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8 Trento City Surrounded by Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage since 1997 First in the Italian ranking for quality of life University Top position in ranking for quality of research, academic standards, university facilities and services Small dimension Good ratio of professors/students p. 8

9 Trento Student life Wide range of services, such as libraries, sport courses, language courses, social activities International environment Partner of Erasmus project, Erasmus Mundus and bilateral agreements with universities in Asia, America, the Middle East and Oceania 10% of professors and scholars are foreign p. 9

10 Double Degree Master in Trento Sociology & Social Research Social Inequality & Social Change Culture and Communication p. 10

11 Carrying out research on the social world in Trento Focus on Methods and Techniques of Social Sciences Quantitative and Qualitative Research English courses Practical experiences and strong theoretical background International environment p. 11

12 Application, Fees and Scholarship Future Master students can apply before the starting of the first semester (winter semester) Deadline for Application: September, 1 st No tuition fees for outgoing students (only the administration fee of about 88 Euros) Scholarship from the Erasmus Program possible p. 12

13 Admission A Curriculum Vitae The certificate of the bachelor's degree B2-level English language skills (for students from Germany: secondary school leaving examination (Abitur)) A 1-2-pages motivation letter (written in English) describing why one would like to take part in the Double Degree Program No prior knowledge of Italian language necessary Simple copy of your passport or identity card p. 13

14 Structure of the Program p. 14

15 Barcelona City Old city with a wide range of historical routes to follow Barcelona is best known for its architectural treasures; unique buildings (seven which have been declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO) University Multidisciplinary research on Sociology, Demography, Labour Relations, Social Epidemiology and Criminology International links and projects offered p. 15

16 Student life Many offers to young students: bars, sightseeing, sea, International students supported by an active international office Possibility of learning foreign languages International environment Highest percentage of international faculty in Spain UPF hosts a high number of international students every year Extensive and select network of exchange, agreements with over 250 universities p. 16

17 Double Degree Master in Barcelona Sociology & Demography p. 17

18 A Multidisciplinary Research Environment in Barcelona Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona Research on key socio-demographic phenomena Theoretical and empirical knowledge Comparative and international perspective English courses International experiences p. 18

19 Application, Fees and scholarship Future Master students can apply before the starting of the first semester (winter semester) Deadline for Application: 15 th of July Tuition fees for outgoing students (3,302 Euros per year in Barcelona) Possibility of a DAAD Scholarship p. 19

20 Admission A Curriculum Vitae The certificate of the Bachelor's degree B2-level English language skills (for students from Germany: secondary school leaving examination (Abitur)) A 1-2-pages motivation letter (written in English) describing why one would like to take part in the Double Degree Program No prior knowledge of Spanish language necessary Simple copy of your passport or identity card p. 20

21 Structure of the Program p. 21

22 Further information Website Facebook p. 22

23 Contacts Subject Advisors Elena Chincarini & Sarah Seiler Phone: +49 (0) Room: F21/01.02 Office hours: Thu (F21/01.02) p. 23

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25 Thanks for your attention! Good luck with your international experience! p. 25