For First-Year Students
This page will provide you with the information you need to start your studies in Sociology at the School of Social Sciences. For further information, please go to the section for first-year students in the portal of the University of Mannheim.
Welcome to the School of Social Sciences at the University of Mannheim!
I am delighted that you have chosen our university. You are about to enter a new stage of your life full of opportunities, but also challenges. The dean’s office of our School will provide you with services and support during your studies, from the beginning to the end. We hope you will make the most of your time here with lots of pleasant experiences to look back to.
I wish you a great start at the university and in Mannheim and all the best for your studies!
Welcome to the School of Social Sciences and the bachelor's program in Sociology. I will support you throughout the entire program and advise you on topics such as structuring your program and planning a semester abroad. Please do not hesitate to approach either me, your teachers, or your departmental student representatives if you have any questions or if you encounter any problems. Make sure to contact us as early as possible! We are happy to help you. I wish you all the best for your studies, enjoy your time in Mannheim!
Kind regards,
Claudia Eckhardt-Kamps
Orientation week
The lecture period for the autumn/
General information on starting your studies and the general information sessions can be found online.
The subject-specific introductory sessions will take place on the following dates in the rooms indicated:
First-year Bachelor’s students: 3 September 2026, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Room B 243 in A5, 6 (Building B)
First-year Master’s students: 2 September 2026, 11:00–12:30, Room B 317 in A5, 6 (Building B)
Minor in Sociology: 3 September 2026, 14:30–15:00, Room B 318 in A5, 6 (Building B)
Information material
B.A. in Sociology
Currently there are no files available.
Currently there are no files available.
M.A. in Sociology
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Math Refresher
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Examination regulations and module catalogs
You can find comprehensive information on your program (e.g., degree plan, examination regulations, module catalog) here:
Services for students
Do you have any more questions? We’re happy to advise you!
If you have any questions regarding your degree program (course contents, program structure, stays abroad), don’t hesitate to contact our program managers.
You can find more informationen about the introduction week on the Instagram page of the student representatives (@sopo.fbv).
Dr. Claudia Eckhardt-Kamps (she/her)
School of Social Sciences
A 5, 6
Building A – Room A 417
68159 Mannheim
Please note: Only online consultations are offered currently. Please make an appointment at https://www.sowi.uni-mannheim.de/en/online-consultation/claudia-eckhardt-kamps/
Student Services
Inese Vieško
B.A. Sociology / M.A. SociologyUniversity of Mannheim
Division II – Student Affairs
Student Services II
L 1, 1 – Room 127
68161 MannheimConsultation hour(s):
Consultation hours every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. In addition, individual consultations take place by telephone or videoconference. Please book your appointment using the following form: https://www.uni-mannheim.de/en/academics/during-your-studies/studentservices/scheduling-an-appointment-with-student-services/inese-viesko/Departmental student committee
Departmental Student Committee for Sociology and Political Science
University of Mannheim
Departmental Student Committee for Sociology and Political Science
Parkring 39 – Room 107
68159 MannheimConsultation hour(s):
By appointment
Open consultation hours on Tue, 7 p.m.