School of Social Sciences
Excellent in Research and Teaching
Research and teaching at the School of Social Sciences takes an empirical-analytical approach, which is informed by theory and relies on quantitative methods.
The three departments that the School comprises – Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology – are each among the most distinguished in the nation and are also well positioned when compared with similar institutions abroad. One of their key features is their strong international orientation. Various rankings have confirmed the outstanding quality of research and teaching at the School of Social Sciences on a number of occasions.
Welcoming Remarks by the Dean
Dr. Julian Dierkes
Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences
Departments
Information for Current and Prospective Students
Rankings
Our students have voted:
The University of Mannheim is “TOP University” in the Studycheck.de portal and the second most popular university in Germany!
Excellent study conditions
In the current CHE ranking, the University of Mannheim once again performs very well in the student survey. The subjects of Political Science and Sociology are better than the average of all universities in all evaluated categories.
CHE Master's Ranking: Mannheim Psychology tops nationwide
In the current student survey for the Master's ranking of the Center for Higher Education Development (CHE), the subject of Psychology in Mannheim is in the top group in all categories.
University of Mannheim takes first place in political science in Germany
Highest quality in research and teaching
All three departments of the Faculty of Social Sciences are among the best locations in Germany and are also of a very high standard in international comparison.