This degree program is unique because one can acquire the competence to grasp, understand and evaluate historical contexts here in Bochum with self-chosen focal points within the scope of numerous master's courses.

The course offers a specialization in the following areas:
  • of modern times, by specializing in modern parts epochs
  • of the ancient and medieval epochs according to your own preference
  • regional focus (e.g. Eastern Europe, North America, Turkey)
  • systematic focus (e.g. economic history, gender history, the history of the Ruhr area / social movement (ISB))
  • the interdisciplinary and international orientation (IDG, MMZ, CERES, Gender Studies, etc.)
  • of a Franco-German degree with a double degree (Bochum Tours)
  • of Women's and Gender History (Master MATILDA )