Dr. Thorsten Winkelmann

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thorsten Winkelmann is a research associate at the Institute of Political Science at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, specializing in several areas of political science including municipal politics, the political system of the Federal Republic of Germany, and the political economy. He teaches courses on political extremism, infrastructure politics, and the political systems of various countries, with a specific focus on South Africa and India. His research interests also include electoral behavior and the effects of political protests on local governance. Winkelmann participates actively in academic discussions and lectures on contemporary political challenges, including the dynamics of political parties in Germany. He has published and presented extensively on topics related to public-private partnerships, regional governance, and current trends in political extremism, contributing to a deeper understanding of the political landscape and societal responses in Germany and beyond.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2010-01-01 — Present

Institute of Political Science, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg • Erlangen, Germany

Conducting research and teaching courses related to political science with a focus on municipal governance and political extremism.

Courses

Introduction for First-Year Students in Political Science (Bachelor's) Introduction for First-Year Students in Political Science (Master's) Political Extremism in Germany: Current Threats and Trends Russia's Foreign Policy in the 21st Century: Goals, Interests, and Implications Colloquium for Theses

Requirements for Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
IELTS
Overall
Required:5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related subject Proof of relevant subject-specific knowledge (approx. 120 ECTS in CS modules)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Secondary school leaving certificate
  • CV
  • Letter of Motivation
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science. Program involves a Qualification Assessment Process (QAP).