Master in Dependency and Slavery Studies

The University of Bonn, established in 1818 and located in the city of Bonn, Germany, is a major public research university known for its strong research profile and international reach. Enrolling over 41,000 students including about 6,400 international scholars, Bonn combines a long academic tradition with modern research infrastructure. The university is recognized for research excellence and is one of Germany's Universities of Excellence, distinguished by multiple Clusters of Excellence.

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The Master in Dependency and Slavery Studies at the University of Bonn is a 4-semester program for students interested in history, material, and social sciences. It's taught in English and helps students understand strong asymmetric dependency from an interdisciplinary perspective.

This program's curriculum includes studying slavery and other forms of dependency in different epochs and cultures. Students learn to classify research questions across disciplines, solve complex problems, and expand their methodological and analytical skills. Transcultural comparison is a key aspect of the research.

Graduates can pursue careers as Historians, Social Scientists, Cultural Consultants, or Researchers, working in museums, universities, or non-profit organizations. They can also work as Policy Analysts or Human Rights Specialists, helping organizations understand and address issues of dependency and slavery.