Explore the secrets of culture & society

Are you curious about the many facets of our society and culture? Then the humanities and social sciences are just right for you! At Paderborn University, we offer exciting Bachelor’s study programmes in which you can take an in-depth look at human thought, history and social structures:

Our Bachelor's study programmes:

Our Bachelor's
study programmes:

Gain an understanding of how education works and how people learn. Study education and education systems in depth.

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Dive into the past and find out how historical events shape our present. History is more than just dates – it tells the stories of mankind.

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Explore the diversity of religions and their influence on cultures and societies. Learn to compare and understand religious traditions.

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Think about the big questions in life. What is truth? What is justice? Philosophy teaches you to think critically and analyze complex problems.

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Investigate the structures and dynamics of societies. Discover how social norms, values and institutions influence the way we live together.

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If you are interested in the humanities and social sciences and can imagine studying to become a teacher, then take a look here:

Our subjects

Why humanities and social sciences at Paderborn University?

Top support in the two-subject BA:

We take you completely by the hand in the first semester and advise you on timetables etc. There are regular meetings where you can ask all your questions.

Combination with management:

You can combine all of our humanities and social sciences subjects with management in the two-subject Bachelor's degree. You will study two equivalent majors!

Structure:

Unlike at most other universities, you study two equivalent majors here and don't have to make any compromises in terms of course content.

New subjects:

You can now also study the popular subject of sociology with us!

All degree courses are not just about specialist knowledge, but also about developing the ability to abstract, reflect on and critically examine concrete issues from different perspectives. If you like to think deeply and want to understand social contexts, then studying humanities and social sciences is just the thing for you!