Master of Arts in Political Science
at Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, Ingolstadt

4.2 /5

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Catholic University of EichstÃ¤tt-Ingolstadt offers Master of Arts in Political Science course at PG level. Offered for a duration of 2 years, it is among the top-ranked courses offered by the university. Indian students are required to submit scores of exams such as IELTS and TOEFL to be eligible to get selected for the course. Additionally, Indian students also have to provide all the necessary documents as part of the admission process. Along with tuition fees, the students are also required to manage living expenses.

Duration	2 years
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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

Master of Arts in Political Science

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Master of Arts in Political Science
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Fees

For attending the Catholic University of EichstÃ¤tt-Ingolstadt for Master of Arts in Political Science, students have to pay the tuition fee as well as the living expenses. The Catholic University of EichstÃ¤tt-Ingolstadt Master of Arts in Political Science fee structure varies for domestic and international students.

Refer to the table below for the breakdown of expenses for the Catholic University of EichstÃ¤tt-Ingolstadt Master of Arts in Political Science cost of attendance:

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Insurance	INR 1,17,537
Transportation	INR 64,111

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Euro = INR 106.85183 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 1ˢᵗ October 2026

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#651	Europe QS, 2026

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Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

60% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Easy going

Internships3.6

Part time work3.4

Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty4.8

Student Life4.4

Value for money4.8

Public transportation4.8

Safety4.8

Indian Food3.2

Permanent Immigration4.2

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MS in Business Administration Digital Customer Experience & Service Design - Batch of 2025

4.5

A Supportive University with Strong Learning Opportunities.

Tips: Students should prepare for independent study, paperwork and learning German. The cultural shift was challenging initially, but I adapted gradually. I did not receive a scholarship. Overall I am satisfied with the university, course and life in Germany.

Likes (Public transportation): Giving Public Transportation a 5/5 was an easy choice because moving between campuses and getting around Bavaria is seamless as a KU student. The upgraded Deutschlandticket / Semesterticket model is a total game-changer—for roughly €29 a month (thanks to the Bavarian student discount), you get unlimited travel on local buses, trams, and regional trains across the whole country. You don't need to stress about buying single tickets every time you travel. It covers everything—the INVG buses in Ingolstadt, the Agilis regional train over to Eichstätt Bahnhof, and even weekend trips out to Munich or Nuremberg. The connections run right on time, stop super close to campus facilities in both towns, and save you an absolute fortune on travel costs as an international student.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Because post-study jobs exist, but visa sponsorship is limited and competition is high. German proficiency at B2-C1 is important for most jobs. Most roles in IT, engineering, finance, and analytics have salaries around €40000-€60000, but the job market is challenging.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026Read more

Riyan Gangani Verified Icon

Master of Science in Business Administration - Batch of 2028

4.1

Be ready to move out of your comfort zone.

Tips: Students are very confident. One thing that really hit me after moving here was how confident European students are in class and how seriously they take their coursework. Back home, people tend to be a bit more hesitant to speak up or push back, and adjusting to that culture shift was a pretty big learning curve for me personally. I did not get any scholarships, but yes, there are a few options for that. I do not have many details on the same, though. I am fully satisfied with my university and course.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculties are very supportive and encouraging not only for the studies but also regarding the professional opportunities as well as individual personalities. The overall teaching approach of the university is very practical, and faculties make sure it reaches us correctly. Plus, though the permanent faculties do not show much diversity, we have numerous guest lectures and industry professionals in some of the courses, which are widely diverse.

Dislikes (Indian Food): I have rated it average, as it is specifically concerned about food options from my own country. There are a few Indian restaurants, but the taste isn’t as good as what we expect from an Indian restaurant. Considering the locals here, they have to keep the flavors quite minimal as well as quite balanced, which restricts them in taste quality. Plus, it feels a little expensive. Hence, I prefer to cook by myself.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Business Administration - Batch of 2028

4.0

Supportive college with Great learning environment and future job opportunities.

Tips: If you’re coming to KU Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, just know you aren't going to be a random face in a massive 500-person lecture hall. Especially if you're over at the WFI business school in Ingolstadt, the classes are tiny. Honestly, it can feel a bit intense at the start because you literally cannot hide from the professors. They expect everyone to speak up and actually argue points during seminars, which takes some serious getting used to if you're shy. But because the campus is so small, you end up knowing everyone and it actually feels like a proper community. I’ve really loved the personal vibe here—it completely changes how you study.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950

Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 71325

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026Read more

Chirag Bhandari Verified Icon

Master of Business Administration in Career-integrated MBA - Batch of 2028

4.1

A Great Learning Experience with Practical Exposure

Tips: If you're coming to KU, the biggest thing to brace yourself for is the academic shift. The German university system expects a massive amount of self-direction. You won't have professors micromanaging your schedule; instead, you're expected to take total ownership of your research papers (Hausarbeiten), group projects, and seminar presentations. Even if your program is entirely in English, do yourself a favor and start learning basic conversational German before you arrive—it makes dealing with local shops, government offices, and finding a part-time job infinitely less stressful. I paid for everything through savings and family backing without any scholarships, but looking back, it's been worth every cent. The campus atmosphere—especially in quiet, picturesque Eichstätt—is super peaceful and safe, which makes it really easy to focus without the overwhelming chaos of a giant metropolis. The professors are surprisingly accessible and actually take the time to know your name, which you rarely get at bigger German universities. If you're ready to be independent and enjoy a more close-knit community vibe, you'll love it here.

Likes (Public transportation): The transit connection here is honestly one of the best perks of being a student at KU. Since the university is split across two main hubs—Eichstätt and Ingolstadt—you depend a lot on public transit, and it delivers. Your student ID includes a solid semester ticket that covers the local buses and regional trains, and pairing that with the discounted €29 Deutschlandticket for students in Bavaria gives you practically unlimited travel across the whole region for next to nothing. Getting between the Eichstätt campus, the main train station (Eichstätt Bahnhof), and Ingolstadt is super smooth using the local DB regional trains. The buses running through both towns are punctual, ridiculously clean, and make hitting up the grocery stores or train stations or heading into Munich for the weekend totally hassle-free. You genuinely don't need a car at all to live comfortably here.

Dislikes (Part time work): I had to give part-time work a low rating because trying to find a job here without solid German skills is a complete headache. Eichstätt and Ingolstadt aren't like Berlin or Munich where you can easily land an English-speaking gig in a cafe or delivery service. In a smaller Bavarian town, local businesses expect you to speak German fluently. The tiny pool of English-only jobs—usually Werkstudent tech roles or English tutoring—gets flooded with hundreds of applicants from international students, so competition is ridiculously fierce. If you speak decent German, your chances skyrocket, but until then, it takes months of constantly checking job portals just to get a single interview. Once you finally land something, the pay is fair (typically around €13 to €16 an hour, or the standard €538 minijob cap) and balancing 15 to 20 hours a week with university coursework is pretty doable. But if you're coming here relying on finding a part-time job immediately to cover your living expenses, you're going to be under a ton of stress

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700

Prepping time for classes14 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Business Administration - Batch of 2028

4.3

A great International learning experience at KU Ingolstadt

Tips: The biggest thing you need to realize before coming to KU Eichstätt-Ingolstadt is that nobody is going to hold your hand academically. The professors here expect you to do the heavy lifting on your own—you have to manage your own study schedule, actually speak up and participate in seminars, and stay on top of deadlines without anyone reminding you. When I first arrived in Germany, it was honestly a massive shock to the system. Trying to navigate the language barrier, getting used to quiet Bavarian life, and figuring out a completely different, highly independent university system felt incredibly overwhelming at the start. It takes time to find your footing and adapt to how things work here, but if you stick with it and actively try to integrate, the campus community is small enough that you'll gradually start feeling comfortable and at home.

Likes (Student Life): Honestly, the main reason I gave student life a full rating is just how easy it is to actually make friends here. Since KU Eichstätt is on the smaller side, you don’t get that cold, faceless vibe of a massive city university. Most of my days are just a casual mix of heading to classes, grabbing a spot on the Hofgarten lawn to finish up group projects, and chatting with people who have moved here from all over the world. Getting to hang out with international classmates and just swap stories about our different lives has easily been the coolest part of studying here. It’s a super relaxed, friendly campus where people actually look out for each other.

Dislikes (Indian Food): I rated food options from my country of origin as a 1 because Indian food options near the university are very limited. There are mainly German, Italian, Turkish, and Asian restaurants, with meals generally costing around €8-15. I prefer cooking myself because it is more affordable and also because I'm vegetarian, so options are very limited at restaurants.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026Read more

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