Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
at University of Duisburg-Essen, Duisburg

4.4 /5

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International students can pursue Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at UG level at University of Duisburg-Essen. The duration of the course at the university is 3 years. The course is among the top-ranked courses in the International students must meet the entry requirements such as complete academic qualification, a valid test score in exams such as IELTS and TOEFL to be eligible for the course. Students must manage additional costs such as:

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Duration	3 years
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Course Level	UG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

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Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
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Fees

To get admission in Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at University of Duisburg-Essen students need to cover tuition fees and living costs. The fee structure varies based on whether the student is domestic or international. In addition to these students should budget for

Other living expenses
including
housing
food
transportation
books and personal expenses

These costs can differ based on lifestyle and personal choices. Students can plan their stay accordingly. Since the cost of living varies from student to student it’s important to plan accordingly. For a breakdown of the University of Duisburg-Essen Bachelor of Arts in Sociology fees refer to the table mentioned below.

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Insurance	INR 1,16,672
Transportation	INR 63,639

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Euro = INR 106.065636 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 24ᵗʰ June 2025

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Rank	Rank Publisher
#292	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2027
#253	Europe QS, 2026
#301	Universities ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2026

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University of Duisburg-Essen
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

38% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Easy going

Internships3.7

Part time work3.8

Post study jobs4.3

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.5

Value for money4.8

Public transportation4.9

Safety4.4

Indian Food4.2

Permanent Immigration4.5

Dwaipayan Sengupta Verified Icon

Master of Science in Technical Logistics - Batch of 2027

4.0

Few words of wisdom to navigate the student life in Ruhrpott!

Tips: The culture here is welcoming & I think it depends more on an individual's willingness to collaborate. Being conversational in German is a massive plus point, possibly more than anybody telling you otherwise. Am very satisfied with my university, course & life in Germany overall. My go-to mantra: Have an open mind and an honest heart. Rest shall fall into place!

Likes (Value for money): In terms of ROI, factoring in only the tuition/ semester feels paid for, I think the overall outcome is highly positive. There are numerous job fairs organized by the university throughout the year for career networking. It's a great opportunity to make contacts and keep yourself up to date with emerging themes for different industries. Try to always lead by value, focusing on what you bring to the table. However, there's no concept of placements as in India. So, keep an open mind about rejections.

Dislikes (Safety): Certain neighbourhoods in Duisburg and Essen are prone to lower safety standards, as per the German authorities, but I'd say it is still far better provisioned than many non-EU countries. I have never had any personal bad experiences in either of the two cities.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026Read more

Jenish Rajput Verified Icon

Master of Science in Technical Logistics - Batch of 2022

4.7

Details of Duisburg Essen University

Tips: The University is one of the biggest in Germany in terms of International Students. - They have 2 campuses: Duisburg and Essen. Both campuses have Gyms, a sports complex, and a lot of other activities. - You will get full liberty to select the subjects, apart from some Mandatory ones! - Participate in Different Events and Parties to meet people from Different Countries!

Likes (Public transportation): The campus is between Mulheim an der Ruhr and Duisburg. But there are continuous buses running between Duisburg Railway Station and the university campus, there is also a Tram running between Mulheim an der Ruhr Railway station to University campus! - The Public Transport is free. The cost is included in your Semester fees.

Dislikes (Internships): You have to figure it out by yourself, about the Internships and suitable roles, and how to apply for them. - Yes, internships are available in the respective field! Logistic/Supply chain is in Demand in Germany. - To make it easier, you have to learn German as early as possible.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 550

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc Computational Mechanics - Batch of 2021

3.7

Very good studies but not for middle class people from India

Tips: The first thing to know before coming here is that any exam that you want to pass only has 3 attempts. If you fail on your 3rd attempt, not only your admission but also your visa will be cancelled. Indian students mostly cannot avail scholarships. University of Duisburg Essen is very strict and advanced in teaching compared to Bachelors or previous studies compared from India. Keep it in mind that anyone who wants to join here has a shift in their entire perspective of thinking on how to study and how much time to spend on studying. Almost more than 90% of Indian students who pass out from this university were spending 3 or more years for master's and 5 or more years for bachelor's studies. If you want to do the part-time job while studying at this university, you must add at least one extra year to these timelines.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty are very experienced, and teaching is always good if you want to study here. There is no point in saying otherwise if you are not keen on studying. International friendly staff and you will rarely experience racism. You will find good diversified faculty here. Reaching out to any faculty requires a prior appointment. So planning ahead is always essential here.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Let’s be real, the current job market is pretty brutal right now. If you're planning to do your master's at Duisburg-Essen, just know that the surrounding cities are absolutely packed with international students and expats. Because of that, the competition for every single part-time job or internship in the area is insane—you’re basically competing with a massive crowd for the same few roles. On top of that, the courses at this uni are heavily geared toward research and academic theory. They do a great job of pushing a passion for science and further studies, but they honestly don't prepare you at all for how cutthroat the actual job market is.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 48000

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026Read more

Anonymous

Master of Education in Production, Logistics, Sales (minor vocational specialisation) - Batch of 2027

4.5

Duisburg-Essen university has various courses both in English and German. Also canteen food good

Tips: Find accommodation because it is very hard to get one here in Germany. Also, if you have any friends, tell them to find one for you, and also try to get an appointment at the foreign office ASAP. Also, beware when finding accommodation because of fraud. Most public universities give you a free transportation pass for every semester.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45000

Reviewed on 25 Sep 2026Read more

Yash Dilipbhai Rajani Verified Icon

Master of Science in Technical Logistics - Batch of 2027

4.9

It is a nice university for studies.

Tips: A little transition is necessary when you shift to a new country; you need to change your attitude and lifestyle a little according to the country or society. Here, we have temples in nearby cities, so we visit it ocationally or regularly, and we also celebrate our festivals. I am very satisfied with my university, the studies, atmosphere, events, campus, and professors.

Likes (Public transportation): The Bus stops, and the tram station is very near the university. The university is 3 to 4 stops away from the main railway station. And the frequency of buses and trams is also good during the day time, in night, there is also good connectivity, but a little less to day time.

Dislikes (Internships): The competition in obtaining an internship is rather high; therefore, it is necessary to be ready mentally, even if you spend two months or even eight months trying to obtain an internship opportunity, and, additionally, a good knowledge of the German language is also very important in interviews.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700

Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 52050

Reviewed on 25 Sep 2026Read more

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