Dr. Klaus Roth

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Biography

Klaus Roth is a Professor of Political Science, specializing in Political Theory and Philosophy at the Department of Political and Social Sciences. He has led the Research Area of Political Theory and History of Ideas until 2018. His teachings cover a wide range of topics within political theory, particularly focusing on the history of political ideas including Democracy Theories, Political Philosophy from antiquity, and the works of Henry Thomas Hobbes and Karl Marx. Roth's academic contributions also include a critical examination of contemporary political diagnoses, illustrating the intersections between theorists such as Fukuyama and Sloterdijk. His courses often combine lectures and seminars, providing an in-depth exploration of political ideologies and theories from historical and contemporary perspectives. His expertise reflects both a deep understanding of classical political thought and an engagement with modern political issues, making him a prominent figure in the study of political philosophy.

Research Interests

Requirements for Freie Universität Berlin

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with 10 ECTS in Methods of Empirical Social Research 10 ECTS in International Relations 35 ECTS in Political and Administrative Sciences
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1)
  • Proof of German proficiency (DSH-2)
  • Course descriptions for ECTS verification
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political and Social Sciences.