People and society

For this field of study, it is crucial to question topics critically, adopt new perspectives and want to understand contexts in depth. Analytical thinking, a sense of responsibility and good self-assessment will help you to familiarize yourself with complex issues.

Equally important are empathy, openness to diversity and a willingness to engage constructively with others. Strong communication skills and the motivation to make a difference in society are valuable qualities in this field.

During your studies, you will develop a good sense of how to penetrate complex topics and present them in an understandable way. You will learn how to structure your own ideas, develop suitable solutions and incorporate different perspectives into your considerations.

Whether you are working with texts, analyzing data or accompanying people, you will build up important skills: analytical thinking, a systematic approach, convincing argumentation and a confident use of scientific methods. Depending on your degree course, your communication and teaching skills will also grow.

With the skills you acquire during your studies, many professional fields are open to you; through orientation during your studies and practical experience, you can shape your individual path.